Millennium Post Delhi - April 23, 2025

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Govt vows 'harshest consequences for perpetrators, Oppn parties say it must not go unanswered

NEW DELHI: A deadly terror attack that claimed 30 lives in the tourist hotspot of Baisaran in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam has drawn widespread condemnation from across the political spectrum.

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Gold breach Rs 1 lakh-mark

Gold prices surged by Rs 1,800 to zoom past the crucial Rs 1 lakh-mark for 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday amid buying rush by local jewellers and stockists in anticipation of increased demand during Akshaya Tritiya and wedding season even as global macroeconomic uncertainties continued to fuel safe-haven chase.

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Pope Francis to be laid to rest on Saturday

Public viewing starts today

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Shakti Dubey tops UPSC, three women in top 5

UPSC 2024 RESULTS DECLARED

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Modi Cuts Short Saudi Visit, Returns Home After Pahalgam Terror Attack

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is returning to India on Tuesday night from Jeddah, cutting short his Saudi Arabia visit following the terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed at least 30 people, according to official sources.

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Vance Urges India to Drop Non-Tariff Barriers, Says US Wants Greater Access to Its Markets

PROCURE MORE AMERICAN ENERGY, MILITARY HARDWARE

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J&K: Around 30 Killed in Terror Attack on Tourists in Pahalgam

DEADLIEST SINCE PULWAMA

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Delhi HC raps Ramdev for 'sharbat jihad' remark, orders immediate removal of ads

'SHOCKS CONSCIENCE OF COURT'

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Can't allow high courts to exercise power under Article 142: Supreme Court

The top court was hearing the plea filed by NGO Abhinav Bharat Congress

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Wards committees raise most issues despite fewer meets, Praja report reveals govt gaps

a report by Praja Foundation titled \"Status of Wards Committees of Delhi Municipal Corporation\" revealed that in the current municipal term (2023-2028), Wards Committees conducted just 68 meetings—47 per cent of the total 145 committee meetings held—but were responsible for raising 77 per cent of all issues (4,110 out of 5,316).

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Police Nab Gogi Gang Trio Planning Robbery in South Delhi

The Delhi Police's Crime Branch has arrested three members of the infamous Gogi gang for an armed robbery in Gurugram.

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Infra development, public health among key issues to be discussed in MCD's Apr 25 meet

Renaming a South Delhi road to honour a prominent Bodo leader, infrastructure upgrades and a review of the MCD Employees Health Scheme are among the proposals that will be tabled at the April 25 meeting of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.

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2020 Riots: Court Orders Framing of Charges for Arson and Vandalism Against 57 Persons

A court here has ordered framing of charges against 57 individuals for offences of vandalism, arson, causing hurt and wrongful restraint during the 2020 Delhi riots, saying there was a \"prima facie case\" against them.

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Set for demolition: DDA urges Signature View Apartment residents to vacate flats

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has served a notice asking residents of Signature View Apartments in Mukherjee Nagar to vacate their flats at the earliest, as the deadline for evacuation, March 23, has passed.

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Quality over quantity matters for civil services prep

As per Delhi topper who ranked fifth in India

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Circle Rates Hiked Across Noida Region

Buying property in Noida, Greater Noida and Yamuna City has got costlier since the development authorities have increased circle rates across all categories, said officials on Tuesday.

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Violent brawl over 'bidi' leaves 1 dead

IN PUL PRAHLADPUR; THREE ARRESTED

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276 Residential Plots Up For Grabs Near Noida Airport, States YEIDA

'The scheme offers 276 plots measuring 200 square metres (sqms) each, to be allocated through a lucky draw system'

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Delhi puts off launch of e-buses

\"Due to the national mourning declared by the Gol on the demise of His Holiness Pope Francis\"

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MHA DownGrades Atishi's Security Cover From 'Z' To 'Y' Category

In a recent move following periodic threat assessments, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has downgraded the security cover of former Delhi chief minister and senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi from 'Z' to 'Y' category, officials confirmed on Tuesday.

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Govt slaps Rs 40L fine on construction projects for violations

In a strict move against dust pollution, the Delhi Environment Department has imposed a fine of Rs 40 lakh on a commercial construction project in Delhi following minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa's instructions to crack down on violators.

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Identify Potential Ayushman Arogya Mandir Sites, DMs Told

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday directed district magistrates to identify and submit a list of potential locations in the city to set up Ayushman Arogya Mandirs that would deliver comprehensive primary healthcare at the grassroots.

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Civic Agencies Must Lead Crackdown on Illegal Constructions

Police to assist, says govt

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Delhi rolls out heat action plan, mandates hosp readiness amid rising temperatures

As temperatures soar across the Capital, the Delhi government has launched an extensive heat action plan to counter the growing threat of heat-related illnesses.

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Man in jail since 2018 for killing whom? HC asks

GRANTS BAIL TO ACCUSED

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Vidhan Sabha to be developed as 'living heritage site': Speaker

In a major step towards preserving the historical and cultural significance of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Speaker Vijender Gupta has unveiled a comprehensive plan to develop the Vidhan Sabha into a \"living heritage site.\"

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Won't tolerate negligence in cleaning Yamuna: Min

Water minister Parvesh Verma held a meeting with the sewage management wing of Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Tuesday, discussing ways to bolster sewerage infrastructure in unauthorised colonies of the national capital.

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Govt assigns cluster of constituencies to six Delhi Ministers

\"WILL MAKE GOVERNANCE MORE RESPONSIVE\"

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AAP Accuses Delhi Govt of Halting Pensions for Widows, Divorced Women

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday accused the Delhi BJP government of discontinuing pensions for widows and divorced women, alleging that payments have been stalled for the past two months.

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J&K: Around 30 killed in terror strike on tourists in Pahalgam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, strongly condemned the attack. \"I strongly condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected,\" he said on social media.

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About 4 cardinals, including 2 from Kerala, eligible to vote for new Pope

Four cardinals from India, including two from Kerala, are eligible to vote in the cardinals' conclave, expected to be held at the Vatican next week, to elect the new Pope following the death of Pope Francis, church sources said here.

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TN Guv calls for V-Cs meet, invites Vice President

Triggers negative response from parties

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CM Sai to Meet Textile & Steel Industry Titans in Mumbai

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai to participate in two prestigious national events focused on the textile and steel industries in Mumbai on April 23 and 24.

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No shortage of supplies in Kashmir due to highway closure, says CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said there was no shortage of supplies in the valley despite the 250-km strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remaining blocked due to landslides and mudslides for the third day.

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Every word spoken by constitutional functionary guided by national interest

Vice President Dhankhar says there is no visualisation in the Constitution of any authority above Parliament

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Lawyers' bodies denounce BJP MP Dubey's statements criticising SC, CJI

Two lawyers' bodies, SCBA and SCAORA, have denounced BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's statements criticising the apex court and Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna.

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Data: 19% rise in footfall at Indian heritage sites from 2019 to 2024

Ticket Revenue Drops by 2.83%

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Spreading misinformation sign of disrespect towards law: EC sources

ON RAHUL GANDHI'S TURNOUT CLAIMS

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A Shift in Pedagogy

The Integrated Teacher Education Programme marks a decisive shift from outdated models, as it resists foreign pressure and academic cliques to prioritise progressive teacher training

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Climate Contradiction

India's climate trajectory, on this Earth Day, reveals an increasingly uncomfortable truth—its twin identities as a vocal global advocate for sustainability and one of the world's largest coal consumers continue to collide.

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Lost Plot of Uprising

This final part of the two-part article explores how, when India stood at the crossroads of World Wars, revolutionaries like Hedgewar contemplated a nationwide uprising

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Essential Overhaul

Indian economy's structural vulnerabilities—reflected in trade deficits, increased reliance on the US, lack of innovation and jobless growth—necessitate a revamp in trade and industrial policy

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Clinching the Canvas

There is a very heavy sectoral concentration, with 84 per cent of our total services exports generated from three sectors: Telecom, Computer & Information Services; Other Business Services; and Travel Services

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Akhilesh slams BJP over Waqf Bill, inflation

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Central government, accusing it of using the Waqf Amendment Bill to divert public attention from its failures, particularly on the economic front.

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UP: Top officers shifted, 11 dists get new DMs

In a significant late-night administrative reshuffle on Monday, the Uttar Pradesh government transferred 33 IAS officers, including several key bureaucrats occupying influential posts in Varanasi, Lucknow, and across the state.

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Soldierathon: Over 5K runners join forces to honour bravehearts

The Army Hospital (Research & Referral), in association with Fitistan - Ek Fit Bharat, organized the first edition of 'Soldierathon: Run for Soldiers and Run with Soldiers' on Sunday, which saw more than 5,000 participants come together to pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces.

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NV Sir's students ace JEE Mains

'REAL JEETU BHAIYA OF KOTA'

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Khattar Begins Two-Day Nepal Visit

Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar landed in Nepal on Tuesday for a two-day official visit.

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Indian Army, GSV unveil prog on logistics policy

In a strategic initiative to synchronize defence logistics with the nation's ambitious infrastructure plans, the Indian Army in association with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), Vadodara, has initiated a five-day Executive Training Programme on the PM Gati Shakti - National Master Plan and the National Logistics Policy.

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SC Schedules Pegasus Hearing for April 29

A batch of pleas seeks investigation into the 'unauthorised' use of Pegasus

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Pb Govt Extends Childcare Leave to Single Fathers

Punjab Finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday said the benefit of childcare leave has now been extended to single fathers.

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Row over Kangana's 'Emergency': Coomi Kapoor says facts 'distorted'

Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut's controversial film, \"Emergency\", has landed in trouble once again after senior journalist and author Coomi Kapoor accused her production house, Manikarnika Films Private Limited, and Netflix of \"intentionally and maliciously distorting facts\" and exploiting her name by claiming that the film is based on her book, \"The Emergency: A Personal History\".

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Hry to purchase crops offline where land consolidation pending

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed officials to purchase crops from farmers in villages where consolidation has not yet been completed through an offline medium rather than the 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal.

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NEET Aspirant Hangs Self in Hostel Room in Kota

In a suicide note, the student said neither his family nor his preparation for NEET-UG was the reason behind his extreme step

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People wail for help as loved ones lay motionless

HEARTRENDING SCENES AFTER PAHALGAM TERROR ATTACK

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India Aims to Double Share of Mfg in GDP to 23%: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said India plans to hike the share of the manufacturing sector from 12 per cent to 23 per cent over the next two decades, aiming to create jobs and drive economic growth.

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IMF Lowers India's Growth Forecast to 6.2% for FY26

The Indian economy is projected to grow at 6.2 per cent in FY26, slower than an earlier estimate of 6.5 per cent, due to escalated trade tensions and global uncertainty, the IMF said on Tuesday.

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Rupee falls 4 paise to 85.19 against dollar

The rupee consolidated in a narrow range and settled for the day lower by 4 paise at 85.19 against the US dollar on Tuesday, as the support from positive domestic equities was negated by dollar short-covering by investors.

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ONGC CVO Ranjan Prakash Thakur gets extension until Sept 30, 2026

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has extended the deputation tenure of Ranjan Prakash Thakur (IRTS) as Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of ONGC until September 30, 2026, or until further orders.

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Govt Extends Tenure of RBI Dy Guv T Rabi Sankar by One Year

The government has extended the term of RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar for another one year till May 2026, according to sources.

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Vedanta's low-carbon metals drive major emissions cut

Vedanta Ltd has mitigated 28 million tonnes (MT) of carbon emissions since FY23

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Markets rise for 6th day helped by gains in banking, FMCG stocks

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty advanced on Tuesday, marking their sixth straight day of rise helped by gains in banking and FMCG shares and foreign fund inflows.

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Jitendra Srivastava Takes Charge as Chairman & MD of REC Limited

Jitendra Srivastava, IAS, has assumed charge as Chairman & Managing Director of REC Ltd on April 22, 2025.

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ITC Hotels Signs 14 Fortune Hotels, Opens Seven New Properties in FY25

As of March 31, 2025, Fortune brand had a portfolio of 78 hotels comprising 56 operational hotels across India and Nepal with 22 hotels in pipeline

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Airtel to acquire entire 400 megahertz spectrum of Adani Data Networks

Bharti Airtel on Tuesday said the company, along with its subsidiary Bharti Hexacom Limited, will acquire rights to use the entire 400 megahertz spectrum of Adani Data Networks (ADNL).

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A staggering 80% of ransomware-hit Indian firms paid to recover data: Rubrik Zero Labs

A staggering 80 per cent of Indian organisations that suffered ransomware attacks in the past year ended up paying a ransom, either to recover critical data or to halt ongoing cyberattacks, according to a new report by Rubrik Zero Labs.

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Inside Adani's Counter to Hindenburg

OPERATION ZEPPELIN

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SBI Mutual Fund Launches SBI Income Plus Arbitrage Active FOF

SBI Mutual Fund announces the launch of SBI Income Plus Arbitrage Active FOF, an open-ended Fund of Fund scheme investing in units of actively managed debt-oriented schemes & actively managing arbitraged mutual fund schemes.

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3 Cheers: Shooters End 3rd at WC, NRAI Pleased

India finished with seven medals, including 2 gold, 4 silver & a bronze

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Biles, Duplantis rule the roost at ceremony

LAUREUS WORLD SPORTS AWARD

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KKR losing confidence? Bravo feels so

Kolkata Knight Riders batsmen are \"low on confidence\" right now, team's mentor Dwayne Bravo conceded after the franchise slumped to its fifth loss in eight IPL matches this season but refused to blame the much-talked about Eden Gardens pitch for the side's woes.

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On hot run, MI look to bulldoze SRH

Mumbai Indians have put their disappointing start to the IPL behind with three consecutive wins

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No truce in sight, Moscow batters Odesa and Zaporizhzhia

'Putin willing to discuss Zelenskiy's call'

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Pope's Clarion Call for Saving Planet

He had travelled to Tacloban, on the island of Leyte, to comfort survivors of Typhoon Haiyan

1 min

In Bold and Capitals

As playoffs inch closer, DC make another statement win against LSG

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'Papacy for life': Francis stayed true to his belief

Pope Benedict XVI stunned the world when he announced his resignation in 2013, the first in 600 years.

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Israeli airstrikes kill 14, turn heavy equipment into smoldering debris

Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip killed at least 14 Palestinians, mostly women and children, and destroyed bulldozers and other heavy equipment that had been supplied by mediators to clear rubble.

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'Conclave', 'white-black smoke': Pope's death kicks off series of age-old customs

NINE DAYS OF OFFICIAL MOURNING FOLLOWS FUNERAL

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YRF Announces Ahaan's Debut Film 'Saiyaara'

The intense romantic film will be directed by Mohit Suri

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Kartik Aaryan to play shape-shifting snake in 'NAAGZILLA'

The 45-second video features the 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' star surrounded by snakes

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Rajkummar Rao, R Madhavan to lead Netflix's upcoming 2025 titles

'Aap Jaisa Koi' stars Madhavan and Fatima Sana Sheikh

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Jon recalls giving advice to Tom for 'Spider-Man' audition

Jon Bernthal said some credit needs to go to him for helping Tom Holland land his role as Spider-Man as he not only made his audition tape but gave him a small piece of advice.

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NYIFF's Silver Jubilee Edition to Pay Tribute to Shyam Benegal

The prestigious film festival will take place from June 20-22

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas to be honoured at Gold House Gala 2025

Indian movie star Priyanka Chopra Jonas will receive the inaugural Global Vanguard Honour at Gold House Gala 2025 for her work in Hollywood and Bollywood next month.

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