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It is a well known fact that Farhan Khan doesnât shy away from speaking her mind and sharing her opinions on social media. Farah took to Twitter to share a video where she has slammed all the Bollywood celebs who have been posting workout videos on social media. As all the gyms are shut during the lockdown, celebs like Katrina Kaif and Jacqueline Fernandez have been sharing their workout regimes with their fans on their social media platforms. But, this hasnât gone down too well with Farah. Hereâs the video:
The bigger epidemic.. work out videos!! donât make me feel worse pls! pic.twitter.com/NYs4tFwm3a
â Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) March 26, 2020âIt's my humble request to all the 'celebrities' and 'stars' that please stop making your workout videos and bombarding us with it. I can understand that you all are privileged and you donât have any other worries in this global pandemic except for looking after your figures. But some of us, most of us have bigger concerns during this crisis," Farah said in her video.
She also threatened to unfollow the celebs who continue to share their workout videos. âSo please have mercy on us and stop uploading your workout videos and if you canât stop, then please donât feel bad if I unfollow you. Stay safe," she added. Well, it seems like it has completely backfired on Farah as people are now trolling her for her opinions on Twitter. People told her that thereâs nothing wrong if celebs are motivating their fans for keeping their health in check through exercises during this lockdown.
There's nothing wrong in giving motivation to those netizen. Rather than they keep eating and watching tv, it's fine if they do the exercise and also house work.
â Mira (@itskaytobeyou) March 26, 2020There's nothing wrong with motivating and entertaining people in such a situation, don't just crib for no reason. You can choose to not watch these videos.
â Niraj purohit (@Nirajpurohit23) March 26, 2020Agar aap Nahi Karna chate hoo to maat Karo! Kyu dusre ko maat Karne ko bol rehe ho!
â MONISHA ï¸ (@MojumdarMonisha) March 26, 2020As she said she can't post workout videos but needed attention since everyone is posting video so even she had to !
â Astha Agarwal (@astha_astha1396) March 26, 2020What's wrong in motivating people to work out ?! instead its the most productive thing that can be done at home,Good diet and exercise +Maintaining hygiene is the bets we can do sitting at home..This tweet makes no sense !
â Ãerlin//Andrés de Fonollosa (@SourabhAhuja18) March 26, 2020Oh pipe down!! These work out videos are there to motivate people to stay healthy, sitting at home all day isnât good for you!!
â Gurpreet Dilvarh (@gdilvarh) March 26, 2020Do you agree with what Farah has to say or do you think the tweet actually made no sense? What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Some of the advertisements that we have seen on television and in print are genuinely thought-provoking. Some of them are just blah, and really donât compel any action.
With that being said, there are a few instances where advertisers went a little too far and had our imaginations running wild.
© Unilever
From the ones selling deodorants to the ones selling condoms, there have been a number of advertisements that were a little too hot to handle, especially for the time when they were launched.
Obviously, most of them were pulled down almost immediately, because of the number of police cases and social uproar that they caused. Still, they remained in the zeitgeist through the ages.
© Leviâs
Here are some of the advertisements we have seen on television and print, that pushed the envelope a little too far when they were trying to sell us some basic fashion & grooming products. Apparently, the copywriters followed the proverb, âSex Sells,â a little too religiously:
1. Amul Macho
Back in the day, Amul Macho had a number of campaigns with the catchphrase, âYe To Bada Toing Haiâ.
In one of the raunchier ones, a newly-wedded bride takes some clothes to a riverbank where the women of the community meet, bathe and wash their clothes.
What follows is a sequence of the bride orgasming and performing some gratifying innuendo like actions while washing the boxer, while the onlooking women look in disbelief. For the early 2000s, this was obviously a little too hot to handle.
2. Axe Deodorants
Okay, this one just had to make the list. This notion that *** sells is perhaps best embodied by most of Axeâs advertising campaigns.
For the longest time, no matter what the variant of their deodorant was, all of their campaigns had one basic message - using our deodorant will make women lose their sense of inhibition and chase you like wild animals.
Hoards of scantily clad women, in bikinis or tattered clothes, would chase a guy all throughout a place, a city, a jungle or whatever you will, eager to âdevourâ him.
3. Set Wet Zatak
This was another deodorant advertisement that was a little too hot for national television.
In this one, a newly-married woman is shown to be waiting for her husband on their wedding night, when she sees her neighbour using a deodorant. The bride starts taking off her ornaments and jewellery in a very suggestive and sultry manner and ultimately takes the wedding ring off, further suggesting some rather raunchy things.
Obviously, this advertisement was not taken well and was pulled, after a huge public backlash.
4. Fastrack
Fastrack has been pretty forward with their branding, where the focus is essentially on the younger generation.
Back in the day, they featured a TVC where Virat Kohli, as a pilot, is being hit on a stewardess portrayed by Genelia DâSouza. The two get a little busy in the cockpit, after a rather raunchy back and forth. This, the ad says was the reason why autopilot was invented.
Well, whatever the intent was, the TVC did not sit well with the masses, and certainly not well, with anyone who was a pilot, or a stewardess.
5. Wild Stone Deodorants
Yet another deodorant TVC that pushed the envelope too far, Wild Stone had run this campaign, albeit for a brief period of time.
Here, our âhunkâ steps out after applying the deodorant and bumps into a married Bengali woman. What follows is the woman, imagining the two of them âpassionately huggingâ each other, and making love. Although the sequence was shot rather artistically, and without getting vulgar, it still was considered a little too steamy for the regular television watching audience.
6. Calida
© Calida
We simply cannot mention Calida, and their print ad from 1998. Calida is a Swiss inner garment manufacturer who tried to establish themselves in India.
In the ad, we see Bipasha Basu, and Dino Morea getting a little amorous. Considering that this was before the turn of the millennium, and India still a rather conservative society back then, the advertisement did not sit well.
7. Tuff Shoes
© BCCL
Finally, we have the poster boy of controversial Indian advertisements, the one from Tuff shoes, printed back in 1995. The print ad featured supermodel Madhu Sapre & Milind Soman and was shot by the ace Indian photographer, Prabuddha Dasgupta.
In the advertisement, the two models are wearing nothing but the sneakers, and have wrapped a snake around them. Apart from the hullabaloo from the self-appointed protectors of Indian culture, there was also a long drawn court case over the use of the python.
We can only imagine the horror that would terrorise people when they were sitting with their families and these popped up on the television. Yikes!
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The ongoing coronavirus outbreak outbreak may have stalled things worldwide, it's safe to say that 2020 has seen kickass smartphones. We've already seen a ton of new phones that have come out so far this year, and the new OnePlus phones are next in line.
While we don't exactly know when these new OnePlus phones will come out amidst all the chaos, we do have the specification details of the phones. Thanks to a tipster, we now have the complete specs of both the OnePlus 8 as well as the OnePlus 8 Pro. Here's everything that you need to know -
OnePlus 8 Pro
The OnePlus 8 Pro is said to feature a 6.78-inch QHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It'll be powered by the latest Snapdragon 865 SoC and will have up to 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. As for the optics, the OnePlus 8 Pro is said to sport a quad-camera setup with two 48MP sensors, along with an 8MP and a 5MP sensor.
© Twitter/ Ishan Agarwal
In terms of the battery, the OnePlus 8 Pro is said to pack a 4,510mAh unit with support for up to 30W Warp Charging. This time around, the OnePlus 8 Pro is also said to have wireless charging and an IP rating.
OnePlus 8
The OnePlus 8 will also be powered by the same processor and is expected to come with the same amount of RAM and storage. As for the display, the OnePlus 8 will obviously be a little smaller and hence it'll sport a 6.55-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
© Twitter/ Ishan Agarwal
As for the cameras, the OnePlus 8 is said to sport a triple-camera setup which will include a 48MP sensor, a 16MP sensor, and a 2MP sensor. It'll have a 4,300mAh battery with support for 30W Warp charging, but there's no mention of wireless charging.
It looks like the OnePlus 8 will also miss out on the IP rating. All this is making the OnePlus 8 Pro look like a way better phone with major upgrades. Also, Oppo's Find series phones usually give us a good idea of what to expect from the upcoming OnePlus phones. So looking at the new Oppo Find X2, we think the OnePlus 8 Pro and the OnePlus 8 will indeed be something to look forward to.
Exclusive: They're coming! Here is the full specification list of the #OnePlus8 & 8 Pro. Seems like #OnePlus8Pro is gonna be a beast with 6.78" 120hz QHD+ Display and 48+48+8+5MP Camera Setup. Will have 30W Wireless Charging & IP68 Rating too. I'm so excited! #OnePlus8Series pic.twitter.com/j1AAo19q4J
â Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) March 25, 2020
As mentioned before, we don't know when these phones will hit the market. There's a global pandemic going on right now, so it's safe to say that these phones won't be arriving anytime soon.
Note: The header & social images are for representation only. That's not the final design of the upcoming OnePlus phones.
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Last December, 2020 was being looked upon as the year of sports as fans marked their calendars for major sporting events.
But, in a matter of just a few months, the year 2020, that once held the promise of exciting sporting action, continues to leave sports fans frustrated and disappointed - all thanks to novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) threatening the very existence of mankind.
With travel restrictions, quarantine camps and curfews all around, the fast-spreading virus continues to heckle normalcy and traumatise people across the globe. The sporting world isn't alienated to the repercussions of the scary epidemic either. The sporting events have either been cancelled or suspended owing to the fast-spreading virus.
The month of March, especially in the football world, sets the tone for a thrilling season finale. Marking the beginning of a pulsating end to the season, this time of the year generally has all club football competitions reaching a befitting end with immense pressure on the participating sides to finish on a high. But, none of that is happening right now.
When you hear that there's no EURO 2020 or Copa America this summer ?? pic.twitter.com/at5GKexDS7
â Goal (@goal) March 17, 2020 Football leagues including Premier League, Serie A, La Liga and Bundesliga amongst others have also been suspended as the countries continue to battle COVID-19. And, to rub salt to the wounds, the much-awaited Euro 2020 and this year's Copa America have also been pushed back by a year.
The lack of footballing action has not left just the fans, but also the players scratching their heads, wondering what to do with all the idle time at hand.
Forced to stay indoors due to contagion, while some have been busy taking up social media challenges, others are finding ways to keep their fitness levels in check and giving all gym enthusiasts a key lesson on how to remain fit at home.
Time For A Creative Leg-Day
Creative legday with the kids pic.twitter.com/GkrzNYz4Mw
â Kevin De Bruyne (@DeBruyneKev) March 25, 2020
Sit-Ups 'Immobile' Style
View this post on InstagramOggi mi alleno con Mattia ð! E voi cosa state facendo ð§? Condividete il vostro hobby usando #HomeTeam. @adidas @adidasITA @adidasfootballA post shared by (@ciroimmobile17)
Lewy Teaches New Push-Ups
View this post on InstagramHeavy trainings at home ððª #homeoffice #familytime #workoutA post shared by (@_rl9)
Ronaldo's Crunching Crunches
View this post on InstagramNo excuses ð¤·ð»ââï¸ðªð»A post shared by (@cristiano)
Get The Family Involved
View this post on InstagramFamily workout done! â @pilarrubio_oficial #SergioJr #Marco #Alejandro #FamilyGoalsA post shared by (@sergioramos)
Change The Game
???? https://t.co/g0R5SZyEcD
â Jamie Vardy (@vardy7) March 2, 2020
Cycling With Cute Motivation
View this post on InstagramMy daily workout motivation ð§ð¼ Hard work gets paid with chocolate ice creamð¦#SM20 #NoemiA post shared by (@shkodranmustafi)
Who Needs Weights?
View this post on InstagramMy greatest advice in life: âa little bit of wine is the solution to a lot of problemsâ #quarantainelifeA post shared by (@driesmertens)
Seek Help From Your Furry Friend
The only training partner left when youâve got to #StayAtHome ????
?? @douglascosta pic.twitter.com/9aDweyOGVV
â 4 3 3 (@433) March 14, 2020
Go Raw Like Sanchez
View this post on InstagramEntrenamiento en casa ð¡ Allenamento a casa ð¾ Training at home #iorestoacasaA post shared by (@alexis_officia1)
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It's just officially the second day of lockdown in India and it already feels like it's been forever. The days are merging into each other and seems like time doesn't exist anymore.
People are getting extremely creative when it comes to keeping themselves occupied, and there's so much hilarious quarantine content on the internet right now. Contributing to this, a desi uncle is flaunting how 'prepared' he is for the lockdown.
Showing off his alcohol collection, he literally has a bottle kept aside for every day of the lockdown. While the video in itself is pretty funny, it's also a little alarming.
The undisputed winner of the #21daylockdownchallenge pic.twitter.com/Vfml6Jkug7
â Rofl Republic (@i_theindian) March 25, 2020I have so many questions - is he planning on drinking a bottle a day by himself? Is it even humanly possible for one person to consume so much alcohol? Is he following the example of that one British guy who claimed to have cured his Coronavirus by drinking whiskey?
My guess is that uncle ji wants to go out on his own terms and alcohol poisoning is a better option than a virus that caused a pandemic. I mean, I don't disagree.
Yes, I know it's a joke but there's a chance he's actually drinking a bottle of hard liquor every day. What can I say? Desi uncles are way too hardcore.
At least people seem to enjoy his video and for now, that's good enough.
A very healthy schedule.
Schedule fix in advance..
â Bharat Gaur (@im_bharatgaur) March 25, 2020 Oops. To ye khatam !!!!
â A_Bey_S (@MAB_Sabri) March 25, 2020 Khatam. "corona virus katham" https://t.co/Tof0Kyu5vA
â CÊɪɴɴᴠ|SÊá´ |Bá´É´É´Ê |18 |â (@itschinna18) March 26, 2020 Just stay home, people! Not everyone has the plan.
â LoneWolf⢠(@UrsLoneWolf) March 26, 2020
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Virat Kohli has become the face of cricket and not just in India but the entire world.
He has taken the responsibility of leading the most influential team in the international scenario while somehow managing to keep up with his batting prowess. The transformation that he has brought about in himself and the Indian cricket team is considered to be revolutionary by his supporters and critics alike.
Therefore, it is highly likely that that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) would want you to forget about some of the eyebrow-raising things the Indian captain has done in the past:
5. Flipping The Bird: © Twitter
A young Virat Kohli showing the finger to the intimidating Australian crowd at Sydney Cricket Ground is something the âgentlemen of cricketâ would certainly frown upon.
Yes, the Aussie cricket fans are known to get under the skin of the opponents but for a cricketer to revert, especially with a not-so-subtle hand gesture, got Kohli in the wrong kind of limelight in 2011.
Kohli was fined 50% of his match fee for unprofessionalism on the field.
"The matter has been sorted out. The player felt guilty and sorry and the matter has been closed," India team media manager GS Walia said, according to a 2012 BBC report. "When he went to the match referee, he said sorry and that 'out of emotions I must have done it'.
4. The Clash Of The Delhiites: © Twitter
Ah, how the âDilli se hun bhench*dâ attitude got the Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli in an altercation against Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir, whoâs also from Delhi (who would have guessed, huh?) during the sixth season of the Indian Premier League.
Considered to be one of the worst fights of the league till date, it broke out as Kohli lost his wicket but instead of moving back to the pavilion, he stood next to the pitch and started a verbal battle with his India teammate, who was celebrating with his KKR team nearby. What could have turned into a fistfight was thankfully disrupted by Rajat Bhatia, another Delhi lad!
3. Abusive Misidentity: © Twitter
By 2015, MS Dhoni had retired from Test cricket and Kohli became the new red-ball captain of the team. However, he still needed some fine-tuning with his hotheadedness.
After a practice session during World Cup 2015, Kohli lashed out at a journalist and abused him badly for writing a bad article about his future wife, Anushka Sharma, only to find out that it was the wrong person.
Clearly the Indian cricket team and the Indian cricket board want you to forget about it as they denied anything of such manner taking place, despite Indian media covering it at length.
2. Bad History With ICC Tournaments © Twitter
Virat Kohli has been an excellent chaser throughout his professional career when it comes to bilateral series in any format of the game, but there is one stain that continues to attach itself to the captainâs name - not winning any ICC tournament.
The last time India won an ICC tournament was in 2013, under the leadership of MS Dhoni. Ever since, India has developed more of a âchokersâ tag, especially when it matters the most.
Virat kohli tested positive for being a choker in ICC knockouts.
â ANSHUMAN (@AvengerReturns) March 14, 2020
It is not only Kohliâs record as a captain but also as a batsman that takes a massive hit during the knockout rounds.
The biggest proof of this is the 2015 World Cup during which Kohli maintained a decent form until the semi finals and headed back to the dressing room with just one run under his name while India tried to chase Australiaâs 328.
1. Anil Kumbleâs Resignation Letter © Twitter
Arguably the most talked-about controversy that Kohli has been a part of, is and probably will always be, his rift with Indian legend and former head coach of the Men in Blue in Anil Kumble.
The two never met eye to eye but the situation got out of hand specifically after the disappointing end of the ICC Champions Trophy in 2017.
Thank you! pic.twitter.com/eF5qVzdBRj
â Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) June 20, 2017Stories of problems between Kumble and Kohli leaked out, people began to ask questions and by the end of June 2017, Kumble stepped down from his role as the coach.
That he directly mentioned Kohliâs âreservationsâ with the way he worked in his resignation letter, also wouldnât make a case in the captainâs favour.
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Chitharesh Natesan, popularly known as @chitharesh_indian_monster on Instagram, is a Delhi-based Malayali bodybuilder, who went on to win the title of Mr. Universe at the World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championship held in South Korea in 2019. Well, it's interesting to note that he was the first Indian man to win the title.
The competition is organised yearly by the World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Federation (WBPF).
To prep for pageants like these, Chitharesh had to stick to an incredibly strenuous diet of forty egg whites, one-kilogram chicken breast, a measured portion of fish, rice, and vegetables. For almost a year, he had to follow this diet.
Chitharesh is originally from Vaduthala, Ernakulam. He, after completing his BA in History from the Maharajas College, then graduated from Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE) to become a personal trainer at the Rejuvenation Fitness Group in Delhi. He focused more on weight training and would meet clients in the day and spend the rest of his time on his workouts.
View this post on InstagramFriends you can also follow me on twitter (@chitharesh_nasi) and facebook (Chithatresh the Indina monster).. Thank you for all the support. BE FIT . . . #the_indianbodybuilding #ibbf_india_fitness_model #ibbfindiað®ð³ #beingstrongindia #determination #championsð #blessedð #indiað®ð³ #physiquecreator #BEFIT9A post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
This is clearly not the first time he's won a title. Having been in the industry for a number of years, he's won a number of accolades before. As a male fitness model, Chitharesh has won a number of fitness pageants within the country in the male fitness model category.
View this post on InstagramWinning is always a humble experience... ð #ibbf_india_fitness_model #ibbfindiað®ð³ #the_indianbodybuilding #powerhouse #fitnesstrainer #worldbodybuilding #accoladesA post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
As an Insta-famous influencer, Chitharesh uses this platform to motivate Indian men to become the best versions of themselves. But apart from his career, we've noticed that he's also quite well-dressed whenever he gets the opportunity to.
Here are some examples. Case in point, the time he twinned with his significant other and looked rather spiffy while at it.
View this post on InstagramLove of my life . . . . . #MrWorld2019 #bodybuilder #mrasia2019 #befit #sport #fitnessmotivation #MrUnivers2019 #sportsgirl #love #couple #forever #kerala #fitnessmodel #chithareshnatesanwife #adidas #puma #reebok #bodybuilding #fitness #sports #stayfit #befit #bodybuilder #kerala #fitnessmodelA post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
While this picture does not show his suit in all its glory, yet the monochrome look complements Chitharesh well.
View this post on InstagramHonoured to be part of and being felicitated by Crossword Public Relations "The Great Visioners Awards".Thank You all ð. @crossword_pr BE FIT . . . #the_indianbodybuilding #theyouthicon #ibbf_india_fitness_model #ibbfindiað®ð³ #honoured #fitnessmonster #fitnessbeast #strength #motivated #hardworkpaysoffs #lifegoals #love #supplements #thegreatvisionersawards #best #lovemylifeð #beingstrongindia #BEFITA post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
Here is another instance of Chitharesh twinning with his S.O, which truly shows that he knows exactly how to put together an outfit that will seamlessly complement another outfit.
View this post on InstagramHard work always pays off...and then there's this body to show off. #ibbfindiað®ð³ #ibbf_india_fitness_model #kerala #bodybuilder #musclecars #inspire #coreworkout #culture #worthit #loveA post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
In this, Chitharesh is rocking outfit in a lungi and a coordinated pink shirt that really cohesively blends together the outfit.
View this post on InstagramHard work always pays off...and then there's this body to show off. #ibbfindiað®ð³ #ibbf_india_fitness_model #kerala #bodybuilder #musclecars #inspire #coreworkout #culture #worthit #loveA post shared by (@chitharesh_indian_monster)
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One of the fondest memories I have from my childhood back in the 90s was watching Mahabharata and Ramayana, and I wouldnât mind watching them all over again.
Back in those days, people used to leave everything they were doing and plonk down in front of their TV boxes just to watch the show. Even the roads would be near empty on Sunday mornings, as everyone would be busy watching the mythological series from their homes.
Well, roads are empty again right now for completely different reasons though, as we all are restricted to staying indoors owning to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day national lockdown on Tuesday night and before that, most people were practising self-isolation for a good two weeks already.
As we are running out of options for content to consume, it seems that watching the good old Mahabharata and Ramayana on TV again would be a welcome distraction from all the chaos out there right now.
Taking to Twitter, Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar said that the team is trying to work out the logistics on bringing these iconic shows back.
Hopeful of sharing schedule by end of day today. Technical and Logistics issues being worked out. https://t.co/codicTLBdC
â Shashi Shekhar (@shashidigital) March 26, 2020After the news of the shows possibly getting aired again started to go viral, people on Twitter have become more vociferous in their demand for Doordarshan to air the shows as soon as possible.
Thank you @DDNational for thinking on repeat telecasting of #Ramayan and #Mahabharat @narendramodi @prasarbharati @rsprasad
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â sastra.saastra.dhari (@sastrasaastra) March 26, 2020Dear @narendramodi @PMOIndia @PrakashJavdekar #PrasoonJoshi #CensorBoard
Ap sb se request h ki #21days #Lockdown m stress ko kam krne k liye #RamanandSagar #Ramayana #Mahabharat fir se #telecast kre
Jis se sbko ek Sath baith kr Ramayan Mahabharat dekhne Ka mouka mile.
Thanks
â Manish Thakur (@er_manish1989) March 26, 2020à¤à¤¾à¤°à¤¤ सरà¤à¤¾à¤° सॠपà¥à¤°à¤¾à¤°à¥à¤¥à¤¨à¤¾ रामानà¤à¤¦ साà¤à¤° à¤à¥ #Ramayana , शà¥à¤°à¥ à¤à¥à¤·à¥à¤£à¤¾, #Mahabharat दà¥à¤¬à¤¾à¤°à¤¾ TV पर 3 à¤à¤à¤à¥ लà¤à¤¾à¤¤à¤¾à¤° à¤à¤²à¤µà¤¾ दà¥, समय à¤à¥ à¤à¤à¥à¤à¤¾ à¤à¤° नठपà¥à¤¢à¤¼à¥ à¤à¥ à¤à¤¸à¤à¤¾ à¤à¥à¤à¤¾à¤¨ à¤à¥ मिलà¥à¤à¤¾à¥¤ #ministryofbroadcast @PrakashJavdekar
â Labhansh Tiwari (@labhanshtiwari) March 26, 2020Request to start #ramayan and #mahabharat on #doordarshan #tv due to #StayHome #coronavirus #CoronaUpdatesInIndia
â NITIN SHARMA (@nitnsharma) March 26, 2020@narendramodi @PMOIndia @smritiirani @DDNational Please telecast old episodes of #Shaktimaan too with #Mahabharat
& #Ramayan we don't our India to go 21 years back but we can go In our Chilhoods to relive those epics. #nostalgia
â Sudarshan Lokhande (@hindustanimanus) March 26, 2020Kindly make it possible as early as because this is the only way to bond the people at home kindly make it three program with #Ramayan #Mahabharat #Krishna by Ramanand Sagar and B. R chopra
â HITESH GUPTA (@hitu54422) March 26, 2020As the nation wide lockdown period of 21 days , may be increased depending on situations, its a right time to telecast the old memories of the TV series including #RAMAYAN #MAHABHARAT etc
â DILIP (@dnsutaria) March 25, 2020In his speech, PM Modi had also used the reference of Mahabharata. He said, that winning the war against Coronavirus will take 21 days as opposed to the 18 days taken to win the epic war of Mahabharata.
PM Modi, in fact, also added that as in Mahabharata, it was Lord Krishna who guided Pandavas to the victory, our nation has 1.3 billion citizens who can lead the country to a massive win.
Here is hoping we actually get to see both of these beloved shows on TV soon, because we sure are in desperate need for some nostalgia right now.
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90s kids will have a hard time forgetting an impeccable B-town star like Rahul Dev. An actor and a supermodel, who is now 51, seems to be ageing in reverse and how!
A quick look at his Instagram feed and you will be convinced that this man knows exactly how to strike a chord with his beard game and sartorial sensibilities.
He is truly a sight for sore eyes and if you want to learn a few tricks on how to grow versatile beard styles, Rahul's jaw-dropping beard game will leave you inspired for sure. Check it out:
View this post on InstagramA cracker of a shoot .. thanks much @jitusavlani for creating some memories ðâ¤ï¸ #portraitphotography #picoftheday #watchthisspace #somethingnew #soonA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
1. The Salt and Pepper beard never looked so good! Be it a patchy beard or a thick beard, this man knows how to knock it out of the park with his impeccable beard game.
This preppy beard is actually a win-win as you just have to keep letting it grow and let it stay as it is, even if it is a patchy beard.
View this post on InstagramMonty Singh from Operation Parindey .. 2 day to go .. Our film premieres March 7 only on @zee5premium .. #The24HourChase #OperationParindey #OperationParindeyOnZEE5 #azee5original @sanjaygadhvi4 @theamitsadh @gaur_amit @niveditabasu @finalcoastproductions @fluenceindia @ruchainamdar @aakashdahiya002 @iamkunalmshahkms ðA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
2. Showing off greying whiskers is a statement and Rahul knows how to exhibit the same.
Since we all know that facial hair has been having a moment, he keeps it at level 10 with his long moustache and short stubble here.
View this post on InstagramMonty Singh from Operation Parindey .. Our film premieres March 7 only on @zee5premium .. #The24HourChase #OperationParindey #OperationParindeyOnZEE5 #azee5original @sanjaygadhvi4 @theamitsadh @gaur_amit @niveditabasu @finalcoastproductions @fluenceindia @ruchainamdar @aakashdahiya002 @iamkunalmshahkms ðA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
3. A long beard is truly worth the effort. While a classic beard is easier to maintain, Rahul went all out and created this preppy look that gives an edge to his look.
This is actually your holiday beard while you are at home and self-quarantining. Think about it!
View this post on InstagramWicked Sunday ð .. howâs yours ?? #photooftheday #bold #wicked #sunday #clothes #rajeshpratapsingh #photography #munna #makeover #ramshankarA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
4. The one question that most men seem to have while growing out a beard, is which style to go for? Whether you are an aficionado or someone who likes to change their style, this is another smattering way to rock the salt and pepper beard.
For bald men, a beard-stache can add that sense of ruggedness and instantly turn heads, courtesy Dev.
View this post on InstagramStill trying to get used to the face ðð #transformation #perspective #saturdayA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
5. He is not just about full beards but also looks suave with a light beard style too. It is actually quite easy to draw the spotlight on yourself with this beard type. Just sport aesthetically pleasing outfits like Dev and you are done!
View this post on InstagramTorbaaz ... #actor #actorslife #movies #filming #onset #photography #nofilter #workmode #traveller #destination #bishkek #torbaazA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
6. A thick beard is the definition of a statement beard. But, if you really want it to stand out, the best way to do so is by adding a moustache to it. It adds a perfect contrast and also gives a classy edge to your overall look.
View this post on InstagramJust looking... #closeup #potrait #photography #photographer #nofilter @tarun_khiwalA post shared by (@rahuldevofficial)
7. And lastly, this goatee just sets him apart from the crowd. This is a perfect example on days when you want to be experimental and less scruffy.
It's versatile and depending on the thickness and its length, one can easily look impeccably groomed just like Rahul Dev.
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While POCO, as a brand, made a comeback with the POCO X2, it wasn't the flagship that we all had been waiting for. However, now it looks like the POCO F2 is happening after all. If the report by the folks at XDA Developers is something to go by, then Xiaomi's new Redmi K30 Pro may debut as the POCO F2 in India.
Obviously, there's no official confirmation from POCO themselves, but XDA has uncovered some codes from the MIUI camera app which suggests that the Redmi K30 Pro may launch in India under the POCO brand.
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One of the XDA members dug deep inside the camera code and found that Redmi K30 Pro also displays the watermark âSHOT ON POCO PHONEâ. Yes, it looks like the phones contain the string "SHOT ON POCO Phone". This makes us believe that the Redmi K30 Pro may have POCO branding in India.
Honestly, this isn't all that surprising because the Redmi K30 4G was launched as the POCO X2 in India. And the fact that the Redmi K30 Pro has "Pro" flagship specs, it may land as the true successor to the legendary POCO F1.
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In case you're wondering, the Redmi K30 Pro sports a Snapdragon 865 SoC and it's coupled with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. In terms of the camera, it has a triple-camera setup which includes a 64MP primary sensor. In addition to all this, the Redmi K30 Pro has a lot going for it, so it'll be interesting to see if it makes its way to India as the POCO F2.
Source: XDA Developers
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When stuck at home, you need to keep yourself going no matter how hard boredom hits. Some people cope with movies and TV shows, I cope with playing games. Most of the time you will find me playing games as it is required by my job but is also something I'm deeply passionate about. Gaming keeps my brain stimulated and is the perfect source of entertainment/distraction when you need it most. While being stuck in quarantine, I've been playing some heavy-duty games like Call of Duty Warzone, Doom Eternal and other intense games. However, you can't keep playing these games all day as it can get exhausting and eventually raise your blood pressure level. However, a new game called Animal Crossing: New Horizons launched last week for the Nintendo Switch. It is a sandbox relaxing game where you live a virtual life by building your own island, cutting trees, go fishing or planting flowers. It was my first time playing an Animal Crossing game but I've played similar sandbox games in the past like Minecraft, Stardew Valley and Farming Simulator. The game has been my saviour during the lockdown simply because it lets me do things I cannot do in my real life.
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Animal Crossing enabled me to bond with friends using its in-game postal service and let me build a world I felt was beautiful and chaotic at the same time. The game gave me a purpose where I had to go collect fruits from my farms, catch fish to sell and cut wood to build tools. I even have a daily routine in the game; something most people tend to struggle with when stuck at home. Having a daily routine in the game let me focus on my goals and kept me entertained at the same time. To some, these may sound like chores but for me, it sounded like something that will keep me busy most of the day. AC: New Horizons offers me an escape from the real world that is currently filled with bitter news. It is a way for me to interact with my friends daily while doing activities together. In the game, we have the ability to visit other people's island and it is always exciting to see what others are doing. Animal Crossing merely imitates life, just on a virtual level.
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You start off with a tent on the island and you can gradually build a house by taking out a loan, just like real life. By collecting fruit, fish, bugs, fossils and trees, you can pay off your loan easily and then upgrade your house with another loan. Speaking of houses, the game also lets you decorate interiors with objects, paintings and furniture to create the perfect abode for yourself. The game has very basic objectives like building bridges, organise a pop concert, getting new neighbours, catch bugs, go fishing, chop wood and the only time you may face problems is when encountering a tarantula or a wasp. Animal Crossing does not ask too much out of you and doesn't feel like a game you will ever get tired of.
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While I understand not everyone owns a Nintendo Switch or can get their hands on one right now, there are similar games that offer a similar experience. One of the all-time favourite games Stardew Valley is available on both iOS and Android. It is very similar to Animal Crossing where you have to farm fruits and vegetables, contribute to the town with donations and even get married to your desired partner. Stardew Valley is the perfect sandbox game that comes closes to delivering a similar experience as Animal Crossing. The game is a one-time purchase and does not come with any micro-transactions that can hinder your progress. Similarly, Minecraft is another sandbox game that is available for mobile where you can build your own town on a deserted island.
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If you've been bored to death during this lockdown, a game like Animal Crossing or Stardew Valley can be your saviour. It encourages living a virtual life with relaxing music and daily tasks that are not only rewarding but addicting, as it helps you in building a better home for you and your friends.
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Ever since Pornhub has offered their âpremiumâ services for free to everyone, the website has seen a sudden spike in traffic from all over the world.
Since people are forced to stay at home in order to self-isolate due to the outbreak of COVID-19 virus, visits to the website had increased.
However, whatâs more shocking is that the website was being visited at different times of the day. Previously, Pornhub would see a surge in traffic during the late hours of the night. However, now that everyone is quarantined, the website is getting visitors during all hours of the day.
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âTraffic had increased by 13.7% on March 20th, but a massive increase of 18.5% occurred on March 24th when it was announced that Pornhubâs Premium service would be free to all visitors worldwide for one month to encourage people to stay at home and help flatten the curve of new COVID-19 cases,â Pornhub said in a blog post.
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In Indiaâs context, traffic on Pornhub largely remained below 1% until March 5. However, ever since the country has gone on a pan-India lockdown, the website has seen a sudden surge in the traffic.
Whatâs interesting is that the adult website saw a spike in traffic the moment Pornhubâs premium service was made free for everyone. From India, there was an increase of 23% in traffic recently, probably because of the free premium services.
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India is not the only country where Pornhub has gained more traffic. The highest traffic jump in countries without the free membership offer came from Hong Kong, which reached 42.5% ever since premium services went free.
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The porn site is currently offering premium services for free without the need of adding any banking or credit card details. These services will last for 30 days and if you wish to subscribe to the service, it costs $9.99 per month.
Besides, Pornhub is also giving out 100% payout to content creators during the month of April. The adult website started to offer free memberships to encourage people to stay indoors and even changed their logo to âStay home Hubâ to get the message across.
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While most of the world is finding it extremely difficult to sit indoors during the nationwide lockdown, Chinese students studying in the US are willing to pay approximately 15 Lakhs to book seats in private jets to return back to their home country, China. Yes, while some of us are still in the phase of gathering basic utilities to get through the lockdown there are people who are struggling to get back home.
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Also, the only other option is to take 60-hour long flights with a lot of layovers, which is another risky option. In the past few days, the US has seen rapidly increasing numbers of Coronavirus patients and recently, they reported 10,000 new cases in one day. Over 550 so far have lost their lives to the deadly virus and it's getting worse each day. According to NDTV, the Chinese students studying in the US are desperate to get back home as the number of new cases in China has dropped to zero.
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Turns out these Chinese kids are pretty rich who actually afford to rent private jets to get back home. However, soon these students won't be able to fly out as Beijing has already banned the international arrival of these planes and Shanghai is next in line to take the same steps. "We have arranged a number of private jets traveling from the U.S. to China repatriating Chinese nationals with routes including New York and Boston to Shanghai, San Jose to Hong Kong and Los Angeles to Guangzhou,” said Glenn Phillips, PR, and advertising manager at Air Charter Service.
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The Coronavirus has created havoc across the globe and we can understand that any of us staying away from home would want to be with our families during such a time. However, the only way to find this pandemic is to stay indoors and wherever you are at this time.
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Varun Dhawan's family appears to be entirely oblivious about his marriage with Natasha Dalal
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Men account for 64% of the virus cases in Pakistan, 7% of total cases are of local transmission, says SAPM
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