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  11. ADMIN
    Most of the schools across the globe have been shut down and many cities have gone on lockdown to protect the citizens from dismally increasing deadly novel coronavirus or Covid-19.

    However, the teachers have been making constant efforts to disseminate important information during this ongoing pandemic. 
    Educators in Gujarat have come up with innovative ways thatâll attract and educate the students at the same time about the deadly virus and will also persuade them to maintain social distancing and hygiene.
    © BCCL
    Recently, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg gave a shout out to Gujarat schools, for informing students through videos and infographics about the pandemic, in her post.

    She took to her Facebook handle and wrote, âI want to take a moment to say thank you to all the teachers, education officials and others who are doing everything they can to keep their kids and their communities informed during the COVID-19 outbreak.â
    She took the example of Gujarat where more than 1 lakh educators from across thousands of schools are using 'Workplace by Facebook', an online team collaboration tool, to disseminate information about Covid-19 and its preventive measures. 
    She wrote, "In the state of Gujarat in India, there are more than 100,000 educators across thousands of schools using Workplace from Facebook to share videos, infographics, and news in real-time - everything from the latest government advice to videos like the one in the picture, showing how to encourage children to wash their hands.â
    Checkout  the full post here-

    Along with the post, she shared a screenshot from a September 2019 video which was filmed at Amargadh Primary School, that shows the right technique to wash hands. The video was shared on 'Workplace by Facebook' in March. 
    The post was also shared by Sheryl on Instagram and has garnered around 1K likes and many comments. 
    Hereâs what the people on social media have to say about the post:
    © Instagram Sheryl Sandberg
    © Instagram Sheryl Sandberg
    The novel coronavirus has claimed over 7000 lives worldwide and the number of infected cases in India is around 137 people, said the health ministry on Tuesday. 

    © BCCL
    All we can hope is for this to end and meanwhile, keep on taking preventive measures and stay indoors to keep ourselves safe from the pandemic.


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  12. ADMIN
    Okay, so the elephant in pretty much every room I enter is chacha Coronavirus. You know, just like how most of us have that one relative nobody is eager to meet and greet? Well, chacha Coronavirus happens to be just like them - too proud and too stubborn to let people just be.
    Even though many of us are now doing our bit and washing our hands 50 times a day, sanitising them the other 100 times, there is no denying that the steady rise in the number of positive COVID-19 cases is a little disheartening and worrisome. 
    So I put my thinking hat on and tried to figure out if only people who have returned from foreign countries, quarantine runaways and insensitive, thickheaded âdaredevilsâ could be the reasons why the virus is spreading far and wide. Thatâs when I saw my father squish his face using the phone, trying to speak to the folks back home.
    That was my eureka moment when I realised that most of us are ignoring something which has been there in plain sight all this while. We have been oblivious to some of the most harmless looking everyday items around us which can very well transfer coronavirus if left unchecked. 
    1. Phone © Pixabay
    First off, our phones! Weâre constantly on that thing and even without the coronavirus, it is known to be one of the dirtiest things people have on themselves. But right now itâs doing more than being just dirty, itâs also âtouching our faceâ and thatâs clearly a no go. Hereâs an easy way to clean your phone at home. 
    2. SpectaclesThis one too goes without saying. God knows how many times we touch our glasses or adjust it throughout the day. Obviously, the germs could transfer from our hand and land on our nose and close to the eyes - which if I may reiterate, is a strict no go. So, hereâs how you can sterilize your glasses. 
    3. Bags © Pexels
    We may not realise it, but our bags do raise strong hygiene concerns. From resting them on the floor, to putting them through physical and machine scanners, they pick up a ton of germs. Try this easy way of cleaning your bag to avoid worrying about it constantly.
    4. Stationery

    This too is such an important part of our daily routine, though we fail to acknowledge the places our pens, markers, staplers, and note pads might have been to. A quick way to clean your personal stationary is to wipe them clean using antibacterial wipes and avoiding putting them on random, dirty surfaces.
    5. Laptops © Pexels
    Cannot stress enough how vital it is to keep this thing clean. Not only are we constantly touching and punching it, we often end up mindlessly touching our face or even having a quick, mid-work snack while typing away and that could be highly dangerous at this point. Hereâs a quick guide to keeping a laptop squeaky clean. 
    6. Cutlery
    You did not think of this, admit it! If you are still being eating out, then at least do yourself a favour and chuck the cutlery. Whether at work or dining out, either carry your own disposable (not promoting single-use plastic, the wooden ones work) or regular cutlery from home. Do not risk putting restaurant cutlery into your mouth. 
    7. Cigarette Lighter © Pexels
    One thing that brings a crowd of people together is a smoke break and with that the camaraderie which comes from sharing a lighter. Well, tough luck because you can no longer afford to share your lighter with others or use someone elseâs. Start carrying your own and sanitise it often.
    8. Coffee Machines
    Well, this involves touching a surface with your hands and therefore, could be risky at this point. We are not saying give up coffee for a while, but maybe that is just what we are suggesting because even a premix would require you to fetch hot water and that involves touching machines, unless youâre carrying your own hot water flask.
    9. Metro/ATM Cards © Pexels
    Another item that evades our attention, but you know how bus passes, metro and ATM cards function. You have to swipe them, tap them or hold them out, all of which allows germs to transfer from one surface to another. Use some hand sanitizer on a cotton pad or antibacterial wipes to clean these bad boys.
    10. KeysAgain, these go places with us and often land up in random places. Calling them unhygienic would be an understatement at this point. Hereâs how you can disinfect your keys though.

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  13. ADMIN
    Now that we're trying to understand what 'social distancing' really is, practising it is another step altogether. Keeping a distance from our social circles is what the need of the hour is and it is overwhelming and not so easy to pull off. 

    Life has changed drastically over the last few days. 
    We've physically distanced ourselves from our favourite people, our local hangouts and are going through the worst economic and financial downfall we've ever come across in our time. It's a tough time and the pandemic will not cease to exist anytime soon.
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    Yes, the Coronavirus fight is here to stay for a few more months and even a year, as some scientists and even doctors have said so clearly.

    âSome may look at [the guidelines] ... and say, well, maybe weâve gone a little bit too far. They were well thought out. And the thing that I want to reemphasize ... when youâre dealing with an emerging infectious diseases outbreak, you are always behind where you think you are if you think that today reflects where you really are.â Dr Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and a member of the White House coronavirus task force, said at a Monday White House press conference.
    We really don't know how long it'll take for us to break out of this apocalyptic situation. Because if social distancing doesn't really work, we'll keep coming in contact with infected people or be carriers ourselves and pass on the virus for it to blatantly carry on, becoming an inevitable outbreak, unless and until there's a confirmed treatment, vaccination or cure for it. 
    And now, we might have to wait another year for it to completely be neutralised or become curable so that we can eventually move on with our normal lives.
    âI think this idea ⦠that if you close schools and shut restaurants for a couple of weeks, you solve the problem and get back to normal life â thatâs not whatâs going to happen. The main message that isnât getting across to a lot of people is just how long we might be in this for,â  says Adam Kucharski, an epidemiologist at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine 
    âThis virus is going to be circulating, potentially for a year or two, so we need to be thinking on those time scales. There are no good options here. Every scenario you can think of playing out has some really hefty downsides. ... At the moment, it seems the only way to sustainably reduce transmission are really severe unsustainable measures.â he adds.
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    Currently, the only thing that seems to be working, and the only thing we need to bank on is the social distancing policies to fight off this pandemic. If we absolutely drop measures to practice social distancing, then the outbreak will be heavier, more impactful and will target a larger group of people, while gravely threatening public health, especially for the elderly, and chronically ill people.

    âThereâs no way [the virus] is going to go away in the next few weeks,â Kucharski adds.
    In fact, a verified news report suggests that severe social distancing is the only way to prevent hundreds of thousands of deaths due to COVID-19, and we must take this a bit more seriously. 
    The COVID-19 Response Team at the Imperial College of London, outlines two scenarios for combating the spread of the virus. One is mitigation, which focuses on âslowing but not necessarily stopping the epidemic spread.â Another is suppression, âwhich aims to reverse epidemic growth.â 
    According to their analysis, isolation of confirmed cases and even the quarantine of infected older adults, without social distancing, will still lead to hundreds and thousands of deaths and a higher demand on medical beds all over, which would exhaust in quantity over time, with the number of people infected.
    © Twitter
    So, maybe you feel stifled under the new way of life and the changing world order but remember nothing is permanent, everything has a shelf life. 

    We can't predict what lies at the end of the spectrum but we can surely agree upon the fact that if we follow proper policies where social distancing is concerned, we can save ourselves from facing the worst-hit pandemic within our generation.
    With inputs from Vox


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  14. ADMIN
    Vijay Varma aka Moeen from Gully Boy had no idea if he will make it or not in Bollywood, as he had no resources or means to help him kickstart his career in a cruel industry, where almost 100 newcomers come every day to try their luck.
    Until 13 months ago, not many people had heard of Vijay Varma, even though he had done several projects like Chittagong, Pink and Monsoon Shootout. It was Gully Boy that gave him a platform when people finally started noticing his work. 
    View this post on Instagram#1yearofgullyboy also.. #happyvalentinesday ðA post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
    You might have seen him even more recently in Baaghi 3. 
    Well, it was no easy task for him to reach here as he had to struggle for a good 8 years to finally get noticed, and in the process, he even had to disconnect from his family and run away from home to make his dreams come true.
    View this post on InstagramAkhtar Lahori ðª #baaghi3 ð¸ @ruchitrajguruA post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
    When Vijay started out, he didnât have high hopes or even any ambition, as he didnât have basic knowledge about how the industry truly works.
    MensXP got the opportunity to get in touch with Vijay and find out more about his inspiring journey and also talk about how difficult it was for him to make a mark for himself in Bollywood.
    I called him up and congratulated him on the success of both Gully Boy and Baaghi 3 and proceeded to ask him about how it all began for him.
    View this post on Instagram@sancha_sancha @devs213 @coachmarinaaa @versatile_makeoversartist @nm_design_studioA post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
    âIt started in Hyderabad when I was studying there. I am born and bought up there and I have always wanted to pursue acting. It's just that I didn't have any resources or means to get into this field and to fill in the void, I tried several other jobs. But, I wasn't happy and I never wanted to join my father in the family business. I always wanted to be an actor and I actually never had the balls to accept it earlier to myself even, forget about confronting others,â he said. 
    âEventually, I had to face the truth and I joined theatre school. I ran away from home and borrowed money from my friends. And that was the time, the real training started. Earlier, it was just about running from home and trying to pursue what I have been wanting but I never had high ambitions. I soon realized that I belong here. I was not one of the best students in the film school as I had no idea about films per se because I grew up in a household where people didn't watch many movies,â Vijay added. 
    View this post on InstagramMajor posing for my new friend. Posing kaise karna hai yahaan seekhein. Art by random photographer on Juhu beach.A post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
    With Vijay, the bigger issue was that he wasnât much informed about the industry until he started studying at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) and for that, he had to run away from his home, as he mentioned earlier.
    It was FTII that opened the doors for him into the world of Bollywood and he finally got his first short movie and also faced his very first rejection.
    âI was really not informed about cinema but the discovery started when I was in FTII. So, Shor (the short movie) happened when Raj and DK had come to the institution and they somehow liked me for the role and with this, I got my first short movie. It was a pitch film that they wanted to show it to the producers for making a feature film. Well, I was kicked out of the feature film and it was my confrontation with rejection,â said the actor. 
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    It was after this rejection, that the actor did stage for two years and wanted someone to notice him and his craft.

    âThen, I started to do whatever came my way. It was difficult to find work and I did stage for two years. I didn't want to go to auditions every day, get rejected and end up feeling miserable about myself. So, I rather chose the stage, hoping someday I will be noticed by important people but that also didn't happen (laughs). After that, some roles started to come my way and that's how I became a part of Chittagong and then, Monsoon Shootout. I started to audition and then Gully Boy came my way,â said the actor.
    Before any of this happened, it was a long journey that he had to take on his own, as even his parents didnât support him. Earlier, in an interview he had given during the promotions of Gully Boy, he had revealed that he had actual physical confrontations with his father, who did not approve of his career.
    Vijay firmly agreed with me when I brought up that generally, most Indian parents are of the belief that if their sons or daughters join a creative field, especially acting, âtoh paise kaise kamaenge?' or 'ghar kaise chalegaâ?
    © Excel Entertainment
    âYeah, I completely agree with you. My parents, when they used to read newspapers, used to find names like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan as they were the newsmakers. Your parents will never correlate those names with your children because they are too big. They didn't know that actors can survive without becoming a Shah Rukh Khan and I also realized that I can't give them that education,â he said.
    For Vijay, it was harder as he had to completely detach himself from his family because he had no idea if he would be able to make it or even start his career in this field for that matter.
    âIt was a difficult space and extremely problematic. There were times I used to avoid going even being physically ill, because I had no answer to their questions and I didn't want to see rejections in their eyes. I didn't even know if I would be able to make it. It was pretty dark and only work could fill the void. It went on about for about 7 to 8 years and I had to detach myself from my family. I can't be looking all miserable and you had to keep your sh*t together because you can't be using a bad day as an excuse. I actually learnt it and this kind of education wasn't given in film schools. The whole idea is to keep your mind sane when things are going awry,â said Vijay. 
    View this post on InstagramMajor posing for my new friend. Posing kaise karna hai yahaan seekhein. Art by random photographer on Juhu beach.A post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
     I then proceeded to ask him, very bluntly, as to how did he survive in an expensive city like Mumbai after completely cutting himself off from his family.
    On this, he said very frankly, âWell, for the first two or three years, my father gave me like a monthly thing, but I stopped taking it as I didn't want to be in a comfortable spot. After I stopped taking money, I actually realized what poverty is and then, I started to work and things came my way, Back then, even going to the theatre for watching a movie was a treat but I am glad that things are settled now.â 
    View this post on InstagramHappy #worldtheatreday This is where it all started and this is where I found myself. Forever indebted to the stage. And to all my teachers. Will add details about the plays and anecdotes when I get time. Hyderabad-Pune-MumbaiA post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
    Now that Vijay has finally made it, I was curious to know if his father is happy now to see him flourishing or is he still struggling to accept his son's decisions.
    âI am sure he is happy. There came a point that I stopped bothering myself about what he used to say about my career as their opinions had a direct impact on me. My dignity lies in my work and I am honest with my craft. I also know that when they see my work, they can see the efforts that I put in, even if it's a minor role. Apart from my father, I talk about my work with everyone in my family. My father made peace when he saw my picture with Amitabh Bachchan and then, he never bothered me as, somewhere, he knew that I am earning. It's a father's thing and at times, fathers can't put together their insecurities in front of their children,â Vijay asserted.
    After discussing his struggles, I panned our conversation towards about how actors are still given the tags of the lead actor or supporting actor.
    On this, he said, âThese tags have been existing from the time movies started. I don't see them going away in the ideal world. I don't mind the tag of a supporting actor. You know whenever someone acts well, directors say that 'yeh toh actor hai' and vice versa. It actually shows the mindset of such people. I am fine with these tags and I am at a place where I can choose what to do. In the future, you might see me playing a negative or a comic role, so keep the tags open in that case. I will keep surprising you.â 
    View this post on InstagramBoys from the Naka. Voice of the streets. #GullyBoy #bts with Swag-Dev @ranveersingh ð¥ðA post shared by (@itsvijayvarma)
     Before wrapping up our conversation, I asked Vijay if he is happy with what he has achieved and what does he expect from his future in this industry.
    âI never had high ambitions. I just wanted to act in a movie and post that, things kept happening. I am happy that I came in touch with Zoya Akhtar and people know me now. Personally, I feel I have achieved milestones. From walking the red carpet at the Cannes to playing Ankit in Pink to Gully Boy, I believe everything just came to me at the right time. Having said that, it was Gully Boy that changed the trajectory and I loved my part,â Varma said.
    To end the interview on a lighter note, I wondered aloud that almost all the characters that he has played so far give âbhaiâ vibes and I wanted to know if he ever wants to play a romantic hero.
    âI would love to play a romantic hero but I don't get offered such roles very often. The ones that were offered didn't work out and sometimes, those characters weren't layered. I feel like the roles related to romantic heroes, for me, should more than just being a chocolate guy,â the actor said and signed off.
    Well, I really hope that Vijay keeps entertaining his fans and yes, in the future, also surprise them with a wide array of characters.

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  15. ADMIN
    Remember that girl who sold nudes online and raised money for the Australian fires? Well, looks like another hero is rising now amid the coronavirus outbreak. 
    Apparently, Russian porn star Lola Taylor has said that she'll have *** with the first scientist to come up with a cure for coronavirus and honestly, that could work as a huge motivating factor. While her claims are not yet confirmed as I could not, for the life of me, find her official Instagram account, but at a time like this, I wouldn't be surprised if it's true.
    View this post on InstagramÐÑÑÑ Ð¶ÐµÐ»Ð°ÑÑие даÑÑ Ð¼Ð½Ðµ в ÑоÑик? ð #лÑбовÑбÑÑÑева #лолаÑÐµÐ¹Ð»Ð¾Ñ #девÑÑка #lolataylor #girls #moscow #spb #instagramA post shared by (@thelolataylor)It's a pandemic and people have been self-quarantined for a few days now. Anyone would get stir-crazy when they're confined to their houses for long periods of times.
    In the video, she allegedly complained about how she canât leave her residence or she may get busted for violating the âquarantineâ rules, and no wonder she wants the cure as soon as possible.
    She said, "People are suffering, you see."
    View this post on Instagram#лÑбовÑбÑÑÑева #lolataylor #pornstar #model #xxxA post shared by (@thelolataylor)
    Moreover, she shared another video on Vkontakte, a Russian social media service, where she said that while she gets food delivered, she doesnât like being unable to go out and buy certain types of junk food.
    Well, we don't know how authentic this is, but nonetheless, if this motivates any scientist even a little bit, that would be a great thing.

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  16. ADMIN
    Apple just unveiled the latest iPad Pro that comes with new features that will change the way we use the tablet altogether. The new iPad Pro comes with new camera hardware and support for trackpads similar to MacBooks by the Cupertino giant. 
    The new iPad Pro gets an additional ultra-wide camera lens and new mics for better call quality. It even comes with is own LiDAR scanner that is capable of giving better depth-sensing capabilities. It will be supported by pro photo and video apps for the iPad. 
    © Apple
    In an upcoming iPadOS update, Apple will be extending support for a trackpad, bringing in a whole new way of using the iPad. It takes Apple one step closer to converting the iPad Pro into a credible replacement for a laptop. The trackpad will also support Multi-Touch gestures similar to MacBooks, making it easier for users to navigate and multitask on the iPad Pro. All of this will be possible, thanks to a new Magic Keyboard that has the trackpad in-built for using with the iPad Pro. The Magic Keyboard even has a backlit keyboard making it easier to type in dim environments. The new accessory will be available later this year in May.

    © Apple
    âThe new iPad Pro introduces advanced technologies never before available in mobile computing,â said Phil Schiller, Appleâs senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. âCombining the most advanced mobile display with powerful performance, pro cameras, pro audio, the breakthrough LiDAR Scanner and new Magic Keyboard with Trackpad, this is another huge leap forward for iPad. Thereâs no other device in the world like the new iPad Pro and we think our customers are going to love it.â

    âWeâre making iPad even more capable and versatile by bringing trackpad support to iPadOS,â said Craig Federighi, Appleâs senior vice president of Software Engineering. âWe carefully considered the best way to integrate trackpad use into a touch-first environment while retaining everything our customers know and love about the iPad. Weâre thrilled to bring this new way of interacting with iPad to the millions of people using iPadOS today.â 
    © Apple
    The new iPad Pro will be powered by appleâs A12Z Bionic chip to make it the most powerful tablet ever. It has an eight-core GPU capable of delivering console-level graphics in games and an improved thermal architecture to prevent throttling. It is also capable of editing 4K videos and 3D models for graphic designers and animators. Also, it can last up to 10 hours on a single charge, now. The display on the new iPad Pro will be somewhat similar to its predecessor as it will be available in both 11 and 12.9-inches. The display has a refresh rate of 120Hz and will automatically adjust depending on your activity. 

    © Apple
    The new LiDAR scanner is a new addition to the camera module that will users measure objects up to 5m away. It works in both outdoor and indoor environments. The new scanner promises to deliver a new way to experience augmented reality as it uses data from both the cameras and motion sensors. 

    The new 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro will be available in silver and space grey colours and will start from  Rs 71900 for the Wi-Fi model and Rs 85900 for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. The 12.9-inch iPad Pro will start from Rs 89900 for the Wi-Fi model and Rs 103900 for the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. Both iPad Pro models are expected to be available soon in India. The Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro will be available for purchase in May for Rs 27900 for the 11-inch iPad Pro and Rs 31900 for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

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  17. ADMIN
    STAR Networkâs streaming platform Hotstar doesnât really get credit for what it tried to accomplish back in 2019. With the release of sports documentary Roar Of The Lion, it kicked off its own homegrown, Indian web series platform with Hotstar Specials. Since then, weâve seen the network test the waters with crime thriller after crime thriller - stumbling hard on itâs attempt to pull off the mockumentary-style humour of The Office.
    This week, Hotstar has released Kay Kay Menon starrer Special Ops - a slow burn espionage thriller that certainly has a lot going for it - with Neeraj Pandey, director of Baby, A Wednesday!, Rustom and  Special 26 at the helm, expectations are pretty high. Letâs see how well the final product matches them.

    The series opens on establishing shots over New Delhiâs Connaught Place and Red Fort - zooming into our main man Himmat Singh (Kay Kay Menon). In 2019, the grizzled yet seemingly focused RAW agent finds himself across the table from two auditors, claiming that his department has financial irregularities. The premise is explained right from the get-go. Himmat elaborates that his investigations took his team across the Middle East over the last two decades, on a high-stakes manhunt to find the supposed mastermind behind the 2001 Parliament attacks. Naturally, the villain is still at large.
    All of this is presented in the first episode with varying levels of accuracy and directorial skill. Menonâs performance as Himmat is nuanced and balanced well. The story flips between his life in the early 2000s and 2019 with nuanced portrayals of a young agent with something to prove, contrasting with his more confident, relaxed older self. The parliament attack itself is recreated in a ten-minute sequence thatâs surprisingly close to the real deal.
    © Hotstar
    Most of its cast (and budget, therefore) are given the task of not fleshing out their characters, but simply advancing the plot. While this works well in Neeraj Pandeyâs feature-length films, a web series' success depends far more on how engaging and enjoyable its cast is to watch on screen, especially when you consider the sheer volume of runtime.

    As the series progresses, we get to see Himmatâs determined, by-the-book philosophy erode as he becomes obsessed with tracking down his enemy. We see him lock horns with departmental heads, fail to share his burdens with his family and even resort to cloning and tracking his daughterâs cell phone. It all works great and is performed masterfully, until you realise that most of your runtime is spent waiting for Menon to return on screen.

    Along with Tacker though, Iâd like to highlight Vinay Pathakâs performance as a police officer and informant - the veteran actor brings a heap of much-needed charisma and personality into what would otherwise be yet another forgettable role.
    The clearest and most obvious comparison within Pandeyâs filmography is 2016âs Baby, which coincidentally happened to feature Menon as the main villain. The film tackles similar themes of terrorist conspiracies, elite task forces and high-stakes drama, but does so much more effectively. The biggest reason for this is, simply put, Baby keeps the pace running with more-or-less the same ultimate message for viewers, but does so with far less time between itâs setpieces, giving you the idea of urgency and thrill that Special Ops misses out on.
    Allâs not bad though - the series is certainly worth a watch if youâre a fan of Menon or Pandeyâs work, and props go to the latter for avoiding jingoism and the kind of opinion-pandering thatâs taken over Indian media in recent years, despite the subject matter of terrorism. Thereâs very little Islam-alarmism, and perhaps while Special Ops is not perfect, itâs certainly a special addition to Hotstarâs lineup.
    Rating: 3/5
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  18. ADMIN
    What are the only two things everyone has been saying these past few days? Wash your hands and avoid crowded places. And honestly, it's simple enough and the least people can do during this pandemic.
    Self-isolation and social distancing is becoming the norm throughout the world but of course, Indians have something else in mind. Right now, the condition in India is still controlled to an extent and we need to keep it that way because just looking at the huge amount of people in this country, the death toll due to coronavirus if it spreads like it did in China and Italy would be devastating.
    © Reuters
    But, apparently UP government really doesn't care about people since they're still going ahead with the Ram Navami Mela in Ayodhya which is going to be held from March 25 to April 2. The mela every year attracts a huge number of devotees but it seems like this year, it's even more special to people since the Supreme Court verdict gave the disputed land for the construction of Ram Mandir.

    Reportedly, the chief medical officer of Ayodhya, Ghanshyam Singh, expressed concerns about the event and said, "We simply do not have the necessary resources to screen such a large number of people."
    © Reuters
    However, the district administration claims that the CMO never made such comments and they have made "all the necessary arrangements."

    Mahant Paramhans, an Ayodhya based saint, said, "It can not be stopped...it will hurt the sentiments of millions of Hindus....and this year it is more important...for the first time Lord Rama is free."
    He added, "Ramji will make sure that no harm comes to the devotees."
    Of course, everyone should be free to practise their religion however they want, but during the time of a pandemic, ten lakh people should not be gathered together at one place. The entire Covid-19 situation will quickly get out of hand in India if the mela goes on as planned.
    © Reuters
    People online are obviously angry about how the well-being of the entire population is being compromised for one mela.
    Absolutely nothing.
    More than 1 million people from all over the country will be in this mela between March 25 - April 2

    What could go wrong? https://t.co/y4PgSfB6Bg
    â Dhruv Rathee (@dhruv_rathee) March 18, 2020 Hmm. When bigots and idiots come together it becomes suicidal! https://t.co/PsJGxf6acF @deccanherald
    â Ashok Swain (@ashoswai) March 17, 2020 Hmm part two. Why is nobody shouting about Ram Navami Mela in Ayodhya. Shaheen bagh with many fewer people is being portrayed as a public health threat but hindu pilgrims infecting the whole country is a great idea!!
    â N S (@nandinisundar) March 18, 2020 Ouch. Cults usually indulge in mass self-harm in their final days. https://t.co/UdB1lpaoSs
    â Sasidharan Pazhoor (@inquestioner) March 18, 2020 It needs to get cancelled. Ayodhya to hold Ram Navami mela despite #COVID19 fears

    This, if true, is criminally irresponsible of @myogiadityanath.
    The UP Govt will be responsible for the single largest transmission of #coronavirusindia#CoronavirusOutbreak
    https://t.co/PgRu2Jw5rS @deccanherald
    â Kavita Krishnan (@kavita_krishnan) March 17, 2020 Exactly. So, large gatherings have been banned in UP but Ram Navami Mela in #Ayodhya is on schedule from 25 March. Over 10 lakh pilgrims expected to attend. Adityanath govt must cancel this. Surely, Lord Ram would also think of people's safety first. #COVID19Indiahttps://t.co/9fC92m2Y6O
    â Ruchira Chaturvedi (@RuchiraC) March 18, 2020 Yes please. Ram Navmi is coming, and Lakhs of people would want to go to Ayodhya as this Ram Navmi is a little special.
    But in the wake of Coronavirus, we urge UP CM to cancel the Mela or make it an isolated affair this time.@myogiadityanath pic.twitter.com/gIJ93dlcql
    â Aaj Ki Taza Khabar (youtube channel) (@AKTKadmin) March 18, 2020 Won't be surprised. With bottles of cow urine at the ready?
    â LIBERATUM (@LiberatumGlobal) March 18, 2020 Sad and ironic. The Adityanath government has banned large gatherings due to #coronavirus, except in the holy city where over 10 lakh people are expected for the Ram Navami Mela later this month.

    #covidindia https://t.co/7RdexC0da1
    â Meghnad (@Memeghnad) March 17, 2020
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    Due to the pandemic that COVID-19 is turning out to be, a great chunk of the world is in lockdown. That means maintaining proper social distances, self quarantining and working from home.

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    Now, given that how working from home technically isnât exactly working (come on, we all get a little complacent), chances are there must be some other activities that you might be partaking in. Watching a show or a movie while you finish up that report, listening to music while you add those finishing touches to that render, playing some light games in between different tasks - admit it, you have had the thought at least once.

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    For some of the more amorous ones among us, who have literally come to take the phrase, âloving ones own selfâ a little too seriously, you may even have started playing with yourself. It is quite natural if you also come to the realisation that you need to sort things out, down there, and clean up your act.

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    Well, a manscaping routine is what you need. Yes, a routine. Manscaping is something that you need to do often. However, given that you need to deal with things down there with extreme caution and care, you need ample time. Since we do not have time normally, and as of now, there really isnât much else to do, why not try your hands on a basic manscaping routine!

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    Do keep in mind the following though, before you start trimming around your crown jewels.
    Get Comfy. Sit Down
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    First & foremost, you need to get comfortable before you take matters into your own hands (sorry for the pun). Sit down on your toilet, or use a sitting tool for your bathroom. Since this will take some time, we recommend putting on some chilled out music, whatever you prefer. Think on the lines of making your bathroom a luxury spa.
    Ditch That Razor
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    Now that you have made yourself comfortable, ditch that razor or shaver if thatâs what you had gone for, and get a trimmer instead. Yes, they may be a little difficult to manoeuvre, and get around with, but in the longer run, they prove to be the better choice. Also, there are a number of body trimmers that are designed specifically keeping manoeuvrability in mind. And do we even have to say that as compared to razors, trimmers have almost no chance of causing an embarrassing accident? 

    Use A Different Set Of Trimmers
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    Another thing that may be obvious, but some people are bound to forget, use a different trimmer. It is extremely foolish to trim your pubes with a trimmer, and then use the same trimmer for your face. Not to mention it is extremely unhygienic. 
    Wash Yourself Thoroughly
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    Before you begin, you need to wash yourself, thoroughly. Even better, take a quick shower, using warm water. Use a shampoo down there if you have to. That way, the hair is much more manageable and easier to deal with. Once you take the shower, pat yourself dry and get on with it. Once you're done with your business, take a shower again, and use a good antibacterial soap or body wash.
    Use An Aftershave
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    Keeping an aftershave handy, is actually one of the best things you can do if ever you do decide to take care of your pubes and meet with an embarrassing accident. Not only does it disinfect the area when applied, it also gives it a cool and tingling feeling, which in itself is very titillating. They also work well for trimmer burns, if you get any.


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    Malls are shut, concerts are postponed and most of us are working from home - quarantine is real and we're in this together. But hey, lounging around at home does have its upsides, my favourite being binge-watching like there's no tomorrow (and not regret it). 
    While I was at it, I made a list of five must-watch crime-dramas that will keep you on the edge of your seat and make you root for justice.
    Badla (2019) Red Chillies Entertainment
    A young, married entrepreneur (played by Tapsee Pannu) wakes up in a hotel room, only to find herself locked with her lover's dead body. She gets caught in a web of accusations and heads to a reputed lawyer (played by Amitabh Bachchan) for help. 

    Packed with mystery, suspense, and fear, this short & slick thriller is an all-time favourite. 
    Bhaukaal (2020) MX Player
    Set in Muzaffarnagar of 2003, MX Player's latest show Bhaukaal is the story of police officer Naveen Sikhera (played by Mohit Raina) who gets posted to the sin city as the new SP (Superintendent of Police). He makes justice his prime goal amidst unforgiving gang lords, bribery, corruption, and the infamous UP mafia. 

    Inspired by true events, the story of Bhaukaal is based on the life of IPS officer Navniet Sekera, who eradicated gangsters and infamous mafias from Uttar Pradesh. 


    All the episodes of Bhaukaal are now streaming on MX Player, for free. 
    Risk (2017)
    Set in modern-day Mumbai, the film revolves around a Bangkok based don, Khalid Bin Jamal, who has the political big guns, right from the Home Minister to the Police Commissioner under his control. Things start getting out of hand when Jamal frames an honest police officer in a murder scandal and uses him as a pawn for his shrewd schemes. 
    Starring Vinod Khanna, Randeep Hooda and Tanushree Dutta, this underrated thriller packs a punch and doesn't disappoint. 
    Gangaajal (2003) Entertainment One Pvt. Ltd.
    In a world full of corruption, people like SP Amit Kumar (played by Ajay Devgn) make us believe in the power of authority, honesty and justice. In Gangaajal, he's posted to Tezpur - a city struggling with violence, crime, bribery, and favouritism. Kumar takes law and order in his hands and works towards making 'justice' the new normal.

    Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) Shemaroo Entertainment
    The film revolves around Satyaveer (played by Abhay Deol), a public works engineer living in a small town in Rajasthan. Things take an unexpected turn when an irrigation minister's wife bribes him to collect evidence against her husband who is having an extra-marital affair. Little did he know he was being deceived himself. 

    Which are your go-to movies for a home-quarantine binge-watch sesh? Let us know in the comments section! 

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    The world can be a very cruel place, sometimes, and can make one believe that words like empathy, kindness and love are not common attributes for many. 

    Last month, a video of an 8-year-old boy crying and begging for a knife to kill himself after he was bullied went viral, as it left everyone heartbroken.
    Identified as Quaden Bayles, the young Australian kid was bullied for his condition of dwarfism and his mother put out the video as a way of sending a message to people, who need to understand what bullying can do to the innocence of a kid.

    A tidal wave of love and support poured in from across the globe for Quaden and in no time, he became an internet star spreading a positive message of how we all need to be there for each other. 
    One of the many people extending their support was Malayalam cinema actor Guinness Pakru aka Ajay Kumar, who wrote a long message on social media for Quaden. 
    Pakru explained how dwarfism had made him suffer throughout his life, and it only made him come out stronger and fight through it all. In fact, he is an inspiration to many people out there who have a similar condition. His hard work has taken him places and he has done over 50 movies, including some major lead roles. 
    Also, he holds the Guinness World Record for being the shortest actor to play a character in a full-length film. âDear kid, just like you, I too have cried once. It was those tears that became fuel for my future journey. When you cry, your mom failsâ, his post read.
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    Eventually, the news reached Quaden and his mom who expressed their gratitude and thanked the actor for his support. Quadenâs mom even shared how her son wanted to meet the actor and wished to become a movie star like him someday. 

    "He wants to be an actor too. So it has been a huge inspiration for him. Very very happy to see Mr Kumar, because he inspired Quaden. Quaden wants to be an actor too. And to see other people from a different ethnic background, with dwarfism succeeding is very encouraging and inspiring for him. If they can do it he can do it too," she said.

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    Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has become the dancing star of the industry. After basking in the glory of his film, Baaghi 3, he is now making his fans groove to recreated version of the iconic Bappi Lahiri song âI am a Disco Dancer 2.0â.  
    View this post on InstagramGetting the disco Groove back - 2.0 style! I am a Disco Dancer 2.0. Dropping on Wednesday 18th March. On the Saregama Youtube channel. Stay tuned! #DiscoNeverDies #DND @saregama_official @akanksharmaa @ba.media @boscomartis @dipankardesignstudio @salimsulaimanmusic @bennydayalofficialA post shared by (@tigerjackieshroff)
     The song is a Salim-Sulaiman composition and is bringing back Disco era in a never seen before avatar of Tiger Shroff. 
    The dancing star filmed the complex choreography conceptualised by Bosco Leslie Martis in just 12 hours. Tiger only had a few hours between the promotion of his film Baaghi 3 and he aced the elaborated moves along with shooting for the song overnight. 
    Amidst Tigerâs busy schedule, he didnât have much time to practise the moves during the day and used to practise late night with Bosco. 
    View this post on InstagramDisco mode on! I Am A Disco Dancer - 2.0. Dropping tomorrow on the official Saregama Music youtube channel. #Staytuned #DiscoNeverDies #DND @saregama_official @akanksharmaa @ba.media @boscomartis @dipankardesignstudio @salimsulaimanmusic @bennydayalofficialA post shared by (@tigerjackieshroff)
    Reportedly, he didnât take any breaks in between the song shoot and finished the song within 12 hours straight. 
    While explaining the challenges he faced due to a shortage of time, Tiger said, âI am a Disco Dancer is an iconic song, immortalized on screen by the legendary Mithun sir. The opportunity to pay homage to the disco era and recreate the vibe and verve of the song to a younger audience was too much to let go. Yes, it was a hectic shoot â but it was totally worth it, matching up to the impeccable choreography done by Bosco sir, set to a new sound by stalwarts - Salim Sulaiman. I am excited to share this video with everybody â hoping it gets everybody in the disco groove.â
    Recently, Bosco also took to his social media and shared a BTS video of the song wherein Tiger looks like a superhero.
    Check out the video here.
    View this post on InstagramGet ready to Disco with a different vibe @tigerjackieshroff. #DiscoNeverDies #DND @ba.media @dipankardesignstudio @akanksharmaa @salimsulaimanmusic @bennydayalofficial @divyapalat @hitkari @myriadmyopia @saregama_officialA post shared by (@boscomartis)
    Commenting on the same, Bosco said, âThe entire team put in long hours and worked overnight for days to put all the details in place for a song of such a massive scale. And then we shot it in 12 hours flat, which could be done only with someone as committed and dedicated as Tiger. Tiger, once again you did it bro - tirelessly striving to get the right vibe and moves - it speaks volumes of your dedication. I hope you guys enjoy this song as much as I did creating & shooting it! Let's DISCO WITH AN UNCONVENTIONAL SWAG!â
    Check out the full video of the song here-

    On the other hand, Baaghi 3is inching close to the 100 crore club at the box office. However, the filmâs box office collection is largely affected as the theatres are shut down till March 31 to contain the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    With coronavirus outbreak across the globe, everything around is either shut or postponed and there's no way you can socialise anymore. While it's a great idea to binge-watch all the shows that you added to your watchlist, there's actually something more productive that you can follow through during this time.
    Albeit remaining inside protects you and others from the contagious virus, the thought of what to do everyday post-work hours can stir all the craziness.
    Skincare is often neglected, especially when you have a busy schedule. To make the most of your self-quarantine period, here's how you can ramp up your skincare routine with easy-to-follow tips. 
    1. Exfoliate Your Skin
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    Your skin is exposed to dirt, grime and other environmental hazards. Luckily, during this quarantine season, you can easily get rid of it. Exfoliating your skin is the key here as it helps eliminate dead skin cells, removes blackheads and ensures a healthy blood circulation for your skin. Do a quick DIY with sugar and honey and scrub this solution on your face. Massage it gently on your face and then rinse it off with cold water. Trust us - you'll emerge out of the bathroom feeling much lighter.
    2. Pay Attention To Your Lips
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    Just like your skin, even your lips need hydration. It is quite possible that you might have ignored it during your tight work schedule. But now that you have enough time, keep a high SPF lip balm next to your work desk at home. Petroleum jelly helps in preventing chapping and dryness. So grab it and make good use of it while you are self-quarantining. 
    3. Apply Facemask
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    There's nothing a facemask cannot do, irrespective of the global plague. This humble mask is an item that should be a part of your stash. For maximum effect when you are home, use it once or twice a week, to spruce up your skin's  health faster. One of the most effective masks out there is activated charcoal mask that can easily ramp up your skin's appearance and detoxify it as well. 
    Fan of home remedies? Apply a facemask made of coconut oil and aloe vera gel. Whisk these two ingredients together and apply it on your skin. Once it's dry, wash it off and pat dry with a clean towel.
    4. Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise (CTM) 
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    CTM is underrated but it is a routine that's important for men as well. Your skin goes through a lot of damage on a daily basis and dull skin can result in sudden breakouts and many other skin related issues.

    Cleansing your face sanitises your skin. Wash your face with a mild cleanser. The next step is to apply a toner. To do that, you can make good use of rose water as well. For the final step, you can simply use the moisturiser in your arsenal and give your skin that much-needed spa at home.
    5. Take Care Of Your Eyes
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    The under-eye area feels exhausted after spending hours staring at the laptop or phone screen. This leads to visible dark circles and puffiness. Now that you have all the time in the world, don't forget to care for your eyes. Thanks to home ingredients like cucumbers and ice cubes, dealing with dark circles is possible at the comfort of your home. Massaging your eyes with grated cucumber and ice cubes is the best way to get rid of the puffiness around your eyes. Try it out!

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    A simple Google search on âbiopicâ would tell you that a biographical film is a dramatic representation of the life of a non-fictional or historical person through a motion picture. Bollywood has a fair share of biopics to its name, be it The Legend of Bhagat Singh, Sarbjit, or more recently, Dangal.
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    With more than a few dozen highly successful biopics in its kitty, one would come to think that the Hindi film industry must be getting something right, but alas, how wrong we are to pin our hopes like so.

    Because turns out, Bollywood has been taking a bit too much of creative liberty in creating these biopics and distorting facts in the process. The exploitation serves the purpose of not only cashing in on the star status of these historical protagonists, but also to feed a gullible, public curiosity with a dash of masala that sells.
    Here are 5 such instances when Bollywood messed up important facts in biopics and made a fool of us:
    1. Mangal Pandey: The Rising
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    The visual personification of Mangal Pandey by Aamir Khan in the 2005 biopic was historically inaccurate. If historical facts are to be believed, Aamirâs long, ishevelled hair look goes against the code of conduct for anyone serving in the military in the East India Company, that prescribed a specific uniform and prohibited religious markings.

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    Additionally, unlike what the film shows, history has no mention of Mangal Pandey being romantically involved and later marrying a prostitute named Heera. These are reportedly the directorâs creation.
    2. Azhar
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    Based on the life of one of Indiaâs most iconic cricketing figures from the 80s and 90s, the film showed Emraan Hashmi trying hard to whitewash Mohammad Azharuddinâs ruined public image. 
    The film presented Azharuddin as a victim of circumstances, though the explosive CBI report would tell you otherwise. Even though Azharuddin eventually confesses to having been involved in major match-fixing incidents during his tenure, the film tries to evoke empathy from the audience
    3. Sanju
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    This movie was yet another attempt of the creators trying to resurrect the lost glory of a fallen angel. The film tries to redeem Sanjay Dutt of every allegation and controversy that surrounded this star kid. 
    Apart from presenting Sanjay Dutt as a victim of circumstances, he is also shown to be a devoted son who did a lot of things for his familyâs good.
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    For instance, when he was accused of carrying arms, he said it was to protect his family who was receiving threats due to his father Sunil Duttâs political journey. Or when the film tries to put the onus of Sanjay getting into drugs on a fictional character played by Jim Sarbh, however, during a candid interview Sanjay not only confessed to loving guns, but also that he started getting high as a boarding school student at The Lawrence School, Sanawar.
    4. The Accidental Prime Minister
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    Based on the memoir penned by Sanjaya Baru, who was former Indian PM Manmohan Singhâs chief media advisor and spokesperson from 2004 to 2008. One of the biggest follies the film commits is to misrepresent the associations between Baru and senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel. While the film shows Patel to be constantly plotting against Baru, the memoir states nothing of the sort.
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    Instead, the only mention of Ahmed Patel in the memoir comes in Pg. 72 where Baru says, âI had very little to do with Patel and during the few times we interacted, he was always warm and friendly. I had only two substantive conversations with him during my time at the PMO.â

    5. PM Narendra Modi
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    One of 2019âs most controversial releases, this one had many flaws of its own. The film claims PM Modiâs sudden rise to fame to be the reason behind the Indian Emergency in 1975, though we know that isnât just why. 

    Additionally, it is also shown that PM Modi unfurled the national flag standing in the line of fire, whereas in reality, it was Murli Manohar Joshi who did so at Lal Chowk.
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