The father of Anju, the 35-year-old Indian woman who left her husband and children to meet her lover in Pakistan, said on Tuesday that she was as good as dead for her family back home. Anju, a Christian&nbsp;from Rajasthan, has reportedly got married to Nasrullah and converted to Islam as Fatima.&nbsp;

Anju has two children back in India, a 13-year-old daughter and a 5-year-old son. "She has ruined the lives of her two children," said her father Gaya Prasad Thomas while speaking to reporters at Bouna village in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh.

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“The way she ran away leaving her two children and husband behind.... she did not even think of her children. If she wanted to do this, she should have divorced her husband first. She is no more (alive) for us,” he said.

When asked if she had converted to Islam, he said he had no information in this regard. “What will happen to her children, her husband? Who will take care of her children – a 13-year-old girl and a five-year-old boy? She has ruined the future of her children and her husband. Who will take care of her kids....We will have to do it,” Thomas said.

<h2>Anju, now Fatima, disowned by her family</h2>

Asked whether he will appeal to the Indian government to bring her back, Thomas said he would do no such thing. "I pray...to let her die there," he added.

Thomas also said that Anju was not on speaking terms with him, and spoke only to her mother. “I don't know how she got the passport and the visa,” he said.&nbsp;

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Asked about speculation in some quarters that there could be something more to the incident as his village is close to Tekanpur town where a major unit of the Border Security Force (BSF) is stationed, Thomas rejected the suggestion vehemently.

"No one raised any such issue with us. Only you (the media) are raising this question. My kids have no criminal tendencies. I am ready to have any probe in the matter,” he said.&nbsp;

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On Monday, Thomas had described his daughter as “mentally disturbed and eccentric”. Earlier in the day, a report said that Anju married her Facebook friend in Pakistan after converting to Islam and now has a new name, Fatima.

The 34-year-old Indian woman was staying at her 29-year-old Pakistani friend Nasrullah's home in the Upper Dir district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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The father of Anju, the 35-year-old Indian woman who left her husband and children to meet her lover in Pakistan, said on Tuesday that she was as good as dead for her family back home. Anju, a Christian from Rajasthan, has reportedly got married to Nasrullah and converted to Islam as Fatima. Anju has two children back in India, a 13-year-old daughter and a 5-year-old son. "She has ruined the lives of her two children," said her father Gaya Prasad Thomas while speaking to reporters at Bouna village in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh. Also Read | India: Trust vote against Modi govt accepted by Lok Sabha speaker “The way she ran away leaving her two children and husband behind.... she did not even think of her children. If she wanted to do this, she should have divorced her husband first. She is no more (alive) for us,” he said. When asked if she had converted to Islam, he said he had no information in this regard. “What will happen to her children, her husband? Who will take care of her children – a 13-year-old girl and a five-year-old boy? She has ruined the future of her children and her husband. Who will take care of her kids....We will have to do it,” Thomas said. Anju, now Fatima, disowned by her family Asked whether he will appeal to the Indian government to bring her back, Thomas said he would do no such thing. "I pray...to let her die there," he added. Thomas also said that Anju was not on speaking terms with him, and spoke only to her mother. “I don't know how she got the passport and the visa,” he said. Watch | India: State police continues to question Pakistani national Seema Haider × Asked about speculation in some quarters that there could be something more to the incident as his village is close to Tekanpur town where a major unit of the Border Security Force (BSF) is stationed, Thomas rejected the suggestion vehemently. "No one raised any such issue with us. Only you (the media) are raising this question. My kids have no criminal tendencies. I am ready to have any probe in the matter,” he said. Also Read | Kargil Vijay Diwas: Defence minister pays floral tributes to martyred soldiers On Monday, Thomas had described his daughter as “mentally disturbed and eccentric”. Earlier in the day, a report said that Anju married her Facebook friend in Pakistan after converting to Islam and now has a new name, Fatima. The 34-year-old Indian woman was staying at her 29-year-old Pakistani friend Nasrullah's home in the Upper Dir district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As a part of Canada’s tech talent strategy, the country unveiled the new Open Work Permit (OPW) on July 16, which marked a milestone for H-1B visa holders. The OWP grants specialised occupation professionals the chance to work across various employers in Canada for up to three years, with the added perk of bringing their immediate families along.&nbsp;

As soon as the announcement was made for this new scheme, the popularity of this permit skyrocketed, hitting the 10,000 application cap in just two days. This left some re-considering their immigration prospects through this permit.&nbsp;

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However, there are still multiple pathways for H-1B holders to explore Canada’s promising avenues without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).&nbsp;

Here’s an overview of some alternative temporary worker pathways to Canada:

<h2>1. Global Talent Stream</h2>

The Global Talent Stream makes it easier for Canadian employers to hire foreign workers for specialised occupations, especially when Canadians aren't available for these specific roles. It was first introduced in 2017. There are two categories under this stream:

Category A: Designated Partner Referral

For ambitious companies in need of specialized talents from abroad, a Global Talent Stream referral from a designated partner, like a local or provincial business association, is a must.

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Category B: In-Demand Occupation&nbsp;

Companies seeking skilled foreign workers for occupations listed in the Global Talent Occupations List can tap into this option, making use of the high-demand occupations with an inadequate local labour supply.

<h2>2. Intra-Company Transfers</h2>

Intra-company transfers to Canada allow international workers to move to Canada. 
If you work for a multinational company that has a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in Canada, you may be able to secure a Canadian work permit through the Intra-company transfer program.

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You must have at least one year of full-time work experience with the foreign enterprise and come to Canada to perform comparable work to be eligible for the pathway.

<h2>3. Business Visitors&nbsp;</h2>

A business visitor is a foreign national who comes to Canada to participate in international business activities, but who will not enter the Canadian labour market.

Business visitors usually stay in Canada for a few days or a few weeks but are able to stay for up to 6 months. If you plan to stay for more than 6 months or plan to work in Canada, you may be considered a temporary worker and have to apply for a work permit.

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As a part of Canada’s tech talent strategy, the country unveiled the new Open Work Permit (OPW) on July 16, which marked a milestone for H-1B visa holders. The OWP grants specialised occupation professionals the chance to work across various employers in Canada for up to three years, with the added perk of bringing their immediate families along.

As a part of Canada’s tech talent strategy, the country unveiled the new Open Work Permit (OPW) on July 16, which marked a milestone for H-1B visa holders. The OWP grants specialised occupation professionals the chance to work across various employers in Canada for up to three years, with the added perk of bringing their immediate families along. As soon as the announcement was made for this new scheme, the popularity of this permit skyrocketed, hitting the 10,000 application cap in just two days. This left some re-considering their immigration prospects through this permit. Also Read | Tucker Carlson claims he 'knows' Fox News fired him under Dominion settlement However, there are still multiple pathways for H-1B holders to explore Canada’s promising avenues without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Here’s an overview of some alternative temporary worker pathways to Canada: 1. Global Talent Stream The Global Talent Stream makes it easier for Canadian employers to hire foreign workers for specialised occupations, especially when Canadians aren't available for these specific roles. It was first introduced in 2017. There are two categories under this stream: Category A: Designated Partner Referral For ambitious companies in need of specialized talents from abroad, a Global Talent Stream referral from a designated partner, like a local or provincial business association, is a must. Also Read | WATCH | Beachgoers run in all directions as aggressive sea lions come charging Category B: In-Demand Occupation Companies seeking skilled foreign workers for occupations listed in the Global Talent Occupations List can tap into this option, making use of the high-demand occupations with an inadequate local labour supply. 2. Intra-Company Transfers Intra-company transfers to Canada allow international workers to move to Canada. If you work for a multinational company that has a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in Canada, you may be able to secure a Canadian work permit through the Intra-company transfer program. Also Read | Taste of own medicine? Just Stop Oil meeting ruined by pranksters | VIDEO You must have at least one year of full-time work experience with the foreign enterprise and come to Canada to perform comparable work to be eligible for the pathway. 3. Business Visitors A business visitor is a foreign national who comes to Canada to participate in international business activities, but who will not enter the Canadian labour market. Business visitors usually stay in Canada for a few days or a few weeks but are able to stay for up to 6 months. If you plan to stay for more than 6 months or plan to work in Canada, you may be considered a temporary worker and have to apply for a work permit. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Author Sudha Murty is in the news for expressing concerns over the use of&nbsp;the same spoon for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. Her comments have generated a lot of discussion on social media, particularly on X (formerly known as Twitter), where her name has been trending.

The Infosys Foundation chairperson, writer and philanthropist said she is a pure vegetarian and generally carries her food as she is concerned if the same spoon is used for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. Sudha Murty said this in a YouTube interview 'Khaane Mein Kya Hai'.

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"I am adventurous in my work, not in my food. I am in fact scared. I am a pure vegetarian, I don’t even eat eggs or garlic. What I am scared of is, is that the same spoon will be used for both, vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. It weighs on my mind a lot! Hence when we go out, I only search for veg restaurants. Or, I carry one bag full of eatables. I carry ready-to-eat stuff, that you have to just heat in water, I carry poha," Sudha Murty said in the interview.

X users were quick to post UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's photo with an assortment of meat and asked whether the UK PM has separate spoons for Sudha Murty, his mother-in-law.

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Sudha Murty tells in the interview that she enjoys food but isn't a great cook and that's why Narayana Murthy has maintained his weight all along, but she makes great tea and poha.

"I know basic cooking. I can cook parota, dal and subzi, rice, sambar. We don't go to hotels. I can cook simple things. I never learnt special cooking because I always worked outside," Murty said in the interview.

<h2>How Sudha Murty manages to eat vegetarian food abroad</h2>

Sudha Murty said she carries a bag full of eatables when she goes abroad. She makes 25-30 chapatis and takes roasted suji so that it is ready to eat when added to hot water. "I also carry a cooker. This I learnt from my grandmother. No matter which country I go to, I carry my food," Sudha Murty said.

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While some people on the internet concurred that bringing food from home is a good idea, others argued to the contrary.

In recent times, Sudha Murty has made appearances on many television shows, revealing many unknown stories about her life.

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Author Sudha Murty is in the news for expressing concerns over the use of the same spoon for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. Her comments have generated a lot of discussion on social media, particularly on X (formerly known as Twitter), where her name has been trending. The Infosys Foundation chairperson, writer and philanthropist said she is a pure vegetarian and generally carries her food as she is concerned if the same spoon is used for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. Sudha Murty said this in a YouTube interview 'Khaane Mein Kya Hai'. Also Read | India: Trust vote against Modi govt accepted by Lok Sabha speaker "I am adventurous in my work, not in my food. I am in fact scared. I am a pure vegetarian, I don’t even eat eggs or garlic. What I am scared of is, is that the same spoon will be used for both, vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. It weighs on my mind a lot! Hence when we go out, I only search for veg restaurants. Or, I carry one bag full of eatables. I carry ready-to-eat stuff, that you have to just heat in water, I carry poha," Sudha Murty said in the interview. X users were quick to post UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's photo with an assortment of meat and asked whether the UK PM has separate spoons for Sudha Murty, his mother-in-law. Also Read | Delhi wakes up to heavy rains on Wednesday, IMD issues 'yellow' alert Sudha Murty tells in the interview that she enjoys food but isn't a great cook and that's why Narayana Murthy has maintained his weight all along, but she makes great tea and poha. "I know basic cooking. I can cook parota, dal and subzi, rice, sambar. We don't go to hotels. I can cook simple things. I never learnt special cooking because I always worked outside," Murty said in the interview. How Sudha Murty manages to eat vegetarian food abroad Sudha Murty said she carries a bag full of eatables when she goes abroad. She makes 25-30 chapatis and takes roasted suji so that it is ready to eat when added to hot water. "I also carry a cooker. This I learnt from my grandmother. No matter which country I go to, I carry my food," Sudha Murty said. Also Read | India sees spike in Conjunctivitis: What is pink eye? Check symptoms, precautions and treatment While some people on the internet concurred that bringing food from home is a good idea, others argued to the contrary. In recent times, Sudha Murty has made appearances on many television shows, revealing many unknown stories about her life. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Written by Rachna Bisht Rawat: The author tells stories of extraordinary human courage, of not just men in uniform but also those who loved them the most.

Written by General VP Malik: The author was the Army Chief during the Kargil War. He tells the whole story of the war from his perspective, giving us a glimpse of the strategies employed and the heroism he witnessed.

Written by Shrinjoy Chowdhury: The author is a journalist who covered the Kargil war for The Statesman. The book depicts what the journalists had to go through to get news of the war for the country.

Written by Brigadier (Retd) Ashok Malhotra: The author was posted at the headquarters of the 3 Infantry Division and took part in the war. He gives an insight into the battles fought and what the soldiers had to endure.

Edited by Peter R. Lavoy: This deep objective analysis of the war is written by analysts of India, Pakistan, and the United States. It offers a comprehensive account of the causes and consequences of the war.

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8 Lifestyle Changes to Extend Your Life by Over 20 Years

Research by the US Department of Veteran Affairs suggests that adopting these simple 8 lifestyle changes can add 24 more years to a person's life.

The study finds that eating a plant-based diet can raise your chances of living a longer life by 21%.

Not becoming addicted to opioids was the second most important contributor to a longer life, reducing the risk of early death by 38%, the study found.

Never using tobacco reduced the risk of death by 29%, the study found. However, stopping smoking at any point in life confers major health benefits, experts say.


Getting at least seven to nine hours of sleep per night with no insomnia can reduce the risk of death from any cause by 18%.

Adding this one healthy behaviour decreases the risk of death by 46% from any cause when compared with those who did not exercise, the report suggests.

Stress is rampant in the US, with devastating consequences for health, experts say. Managing stress can reduce early death by 22%, the study found.

Binge drinking is having more than four alcoholic beverages a day. The report says that avoiding binge drinking can reduce the risk of death by 19%.

Being surrounded by positive social relationships helped longevity by 5%, the study found.

A holiday has been declared in Kerala on Tuesday (July 25) for all schools and colleges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD)&nbsp; predicted thunderstorms at most places in the south Indian state from July 23 to July 26. The holiday had been declared for Wayanad, Kozhikode, Kannur and Malappuram districts.&nbsp;

The district collectors said in an official statement that professional colleges and schools under ICSE and CBSE will also be closed. The educational institutes were also closed on Monday due to the heavy rainfall forecast.&nbsp;

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The weather office issued yellow alerts for various districts of Kerala including Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Kasaragod apart from Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur.

However, there will be no change in the Kannur University PSC exams schedule. The district collectors advised the students to stay away from water-logged areas in the state while coming to the examination centre.&nbsp;

<h2>Kerala faces the wrath of monsoon</h2>

After a brief interval, heavy rains lashed various parts of Kerala with the central and northern districts facing the wrath of the monsoon. Three persons lost their lives on Sunday (July 23) in various incidents related to rain, PTI reported.

Two minor boys, Hadhi and Hashir from Wayanad district lost their lives on Sunday after they were fell into a &nbsp;water body while on their way to tuition class. A youngster also drowned in Thrissur district.

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Meanwhile, the state disaster management authority said a few relief camps have been opened in Idukki, Wayanad and Kasargod districts and as of now, 38 persons have been housed there.&nbsp;

The authority also said that there were numerous cases of tree felling across the state and damage to houses and other buildings.&nbsp;

In its weather forecast, the Met Department has predicted light/moderate to heavy rain in a few places in coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala till July 27.

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A holiday has been declared in Kerala on Tuesday (July 25) for all schools and colleges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted thunderstorms at most places in the south Indian state from July 23 to July 26. The holiday had been declared for Wayanad, Kozhikode, Kannur and Malappuram districts. The district collectors said in an official statement that professional colleges and schools under ICSE and CBSE will also be closed. The educational institutes were also closed on Monday due to the heavy rainfall forecast. Also Read | India: Fishermen eat dolphin after accidentally catching it, police nab one The weather office issued yellow alerts for various districts of Kerala including Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, and Kasaragod apart from Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Kannur. However, there will be no change in the Kannur University PSC exams schedule. The district collectors advised the students to stay away from water-logged areas in the state while coming to the examination centre. Kerala faces the wrath of monsoon After a brief interval, heavy rains lashed various parts of Kerala with the central and northern districts facing the wrath of the monsoon. Three persons lost their lives on Sunday (July 23) in various incidents related to rain, PTI reported. Two minor boys, Hadhi and Hashir from Wayanad district lost their lives on Sunday after they were fell into a water body while on their way to tuition class. A youngster also drowned in Thrissur district. Also Read | Amid violence in Manipur, over 700 Myanmar nationals enter Indian state in just two days Meanwhile, the state disaster management authority said a few relief camps have been opened in Idukki, Wayanad and Kasargod districts and as of now, 38 persons have been housed there. The authority also said that there were numerous cases of tree felling across the state and damage to houses and other buildings. In its weather forecast, the Met Department has predicted light/moderate to heavy rain in a few places in coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala till July 27. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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August's full moon, also called Sturgeon Moon, is also a supermoon. It will be visible on August 1.

In the early morning hours of August 8, the Moon and Jupiter will appear just 2°39′ apart, and you can easily hop between them with your eyes.


The Perseid meteor shower is usually one of the most active and brightest meteor showers of the year. It will be visible around August 12-13.

On August 16, two weeks after the Super Sturgeon Moon, the month will witness a new moon called a Micromoon.

On August 27, the ringed planet, Saturn, lies on the opposite side of Earth to the Sun and is visible from sunset to sunrise.

This is the second Full Moon of August, making it a Blue Moon. A monthly Blue Moon is the second Full Moon in a calendar month with two Full Moons. It will be visible on August 31.

6 Upcoming Astronomical Events in August

Former Haryana minister Gopal Goyal Kanda was acquitted in the abetment of suicide case of air hostess Geetika Sharma by a Delhi Court on Tuesday. The Rouse Avenue court in Delhi also acquitted co-accused Aruna Chadha in the case, saying the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond all reasonable doubt.&nbsp;

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The accused were facing charges under various sections, including 306 (abetment of suicide), 506 (criminal intimidation), 201 (destruction of evidence), 120B (criminal conspiracy) and 466 (forgery). The trial court had also framed charges of rape (376) and 377 (unnatural sex) against Kanda. The Delhi High Court, however, later quashed the charges under 376 and 377 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).&nbsp;

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After the acquittal, Kanda spoke to reporters outside the court and said, “There was no evidence against me, this case was made against me and today the court has given its verdict”.

<h2>What was the 2012 air hostess Geetika Sharma’s suicide case?</h2>

Geetika Sharma was a former air hostess at Kanda’s MLDR Airlines. He was found dead on 5 August 2012 at her Ashok Vihar residence in North West Delhi. In her suicide note, she said she was ending her life due to “harassment” by Kanda and his aide Chadha.&nbsp;

Sharma’s mother had also died by suicide, the report said.

Initially, Kanda was charged with rape and abetment to suicide, with the charge of unnatural sex added later. &nbsp;After the trial began in May 2013, Kanda and Chadha challenged the charges before the Delhi High Court, which, on 25 July 2013, dismissed the charges of rape and unnatural sex.

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In December of that year, the trial court initiated a new trial against the two solely for abetment to suicide.

Following the registration of the case, Kanda, who is the leader of the Haryana Lokhit Party and an MLA from the Sirsa Assembly constituency in Haryana, was forced to resign as minister of state for home.&nbsp;

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Former Haryana minister Gopal Goyal Kanda was acquitted in the abetment of suicide case of air hostess Geetika Sharma by a Delhi Court on Tuesday. The Rouse Avenue court in Delhi also acquitted co-accused Aruna Chadha in the case, saying the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond all reasonable doubt.

Former Haryana minister Gopal Goyal Kanda was acquitted in the abetment of suicide case of air hostess Geetika Sharma by a Delhi Court on Tuesday. The Rouse Avenue court in Delhi also acquitted co-accused Aruna Chadha in the case, saying the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond all reasonable doubt. Also Read | Chandrayaan-3 successfully completes final Earth orbit-raising manoeuvre: ISRO The accused were facing charges under various sections, including 306 (abetment of suicide), 506 (criminal intimidation), 201 (destruction of evidence), 120B (criminal conspiracy) and 466 (forgery). The trial court had also framed charges of rape (376) and 377 (unnatural sex) against Kanda. The Delhi High Court, however, later quashed the charges under 376 and 377 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). #WATCH | After Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court acquitted former Haryana Minister Gopal Goyal Kanda in air hostess Geetika Sharma suicide case, he says, "There was no evidence against me, this case was made against me and today the court has given its verdict." pic.twitter.com/rG9gE6EZ86 — ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2023 × After the acquittal, Kanda spoke to reporters outside the court and said, “There was no evidence against me, this case was made against me and today the court has given its verdict”. What was the 2012 air hostess Geetika Sharma’s suicide case? Geetika Sharma was a former air hostess at Kanda’s MLDR Airlines. He was found dead on 5 August 2012 at her Ashok Vihar residence in North West Delhi. In her suicide note, she said she was ending her life due to “harassment” by Kanda and his aide Chadha. Sharma’s mother had also died by suicide, the report said. Initially, Kanda was charged with rape and abetment to suicide, with the charge of unnatural sex added later. After the trial began in May 2013, Kanda and Chadha challenged the charges before the Delhi High Court, which, on 25 July 2013, dismissed the charges of rape and unnatural sex. Also Read | India: 24th Kargil War anniversary celebrations start in Drass In December of that year, the trial court initiated a new trial against the two solely for abetment to suicide. Following the registration of the case, Kanda, who is the leader of the Haryana Lokhit Party and an MLA from the Sirsa Assembly constituency in Haryana, was forced to resign as minister of state for home. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Tori Kelly reportedly got hospitalised on Sunday night and is being treated for blood clots. According to TMZ, she collapsed while she was out with friends in downtown Los Angeles. Sources informed the outlet that the 30-year-old singer was “out for a while”.

The ‘Nobody Love’ singer was out with her friends on Sunday night for dinner, when she fainted. As per TMZ’s report, Kelly’s friends then took her to Cedars-Sinai which is one of America’s premier hospitals.&nbsp;

<h2>Kelly’s diagnosis&nbsp;</h2>

The report also highlights that Tori is admitted to the ICU. Doctors have found blood clots in her legs and her lungs, and her situation is reportedly “serious”.

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Kelly is a notable singer who won Grammys in 2019 for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song. She is known for her songs such as ‘Nobody Love’, ‘Dear No One’, ‘Hallelujah’ and ‘Don’t You Worry ’Bout a Thing’. She released her latest song by the name of ‘Missin u’.&nbsp;

<h2>Kelly was planning her music tour&nbsp;</h2>

In March, the singer-songwriter spoke to People magazine and talked about her plans to tour.&nbsp;

“I miss touring so much. I was actually on a world tour right as Covid-19 was happening, and it was heartbreaking to have to cancel that. Since then, I haven't been able to tour,” she said.

“That's one of the most exciting things I'm looking forward to. I can't give any details or anything yet, but I cannot wait just to see fans again and belt out these songs with them," Kelly said of touring.

<h2>Tori Kelly: From YouTuber to Grammys winner</h2>

Tori Kelly first gained recognition after posting videos on YouTube as a teenager and made it through to Hollywood Week on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010. She then independently released her self-produced debut EP in 2012, Handmade Songs by Tori Kelly.&nbsp;

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She was nominated for Best New Artist at the 58th Grammy Awards and voiced Meena in the animated film Sing (2016). Her second studio album Hiding Place (2018) peaked at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and received two Grammy Awards, for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song, respectively

As news of her hospitalisation spread, fans, peers, and the music community rallied in support, sending their thoughts and well-wishes for her prompt and full recovery.

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Tori Kelly reportedly got hospitalised on Sunday night and is being treated for blood clots. According to TMZ, she collapsed while she was out with friends in downtown Los Angeles.

Tori Kelly reportedly got hospitalised on Sunday night and is being treated for blood clots. According to TMZ, she collapsed while she was out with friends in downtown Los Angeles. Sources informed the outlet that the 30-year-old singer was “out for a while”. The ‘Nobody Love’ singer was out with her friends on Sunday night for dinner, when she fainted. As per TMZ’s report, Kelly’s friends then took her to Cedars-Sinai which is one of America’s premier hospitals. Kelly’s diagnosis The report also highlights that Tori is admitted to the ICU. Doctors have found blood clots in her legs and her lungs, and her situation is reportedly “serious”. Also Read | Jane Birkin funeral: Thousands of fans pay tribute to beloved star in Paris Kelly is a notable singer who won Grammys in 2019 for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song. She is known for her songs such as ‘Nobody Love’, ‘Dear No One’, ‘Hallelujah’ and ‘Don’t You Worry ’Bout a Thing’. She released her latest song by the name of ‘Missin u’. Kelly was planning her music tour In March, the singer-songwriter spoke to People magazine and talked about her plans to tour. “I miss touring so much. I was actually on a world tour right as Covid-19 was happening, and it was heartbreaking to have to cancel that. Since then, I haven't been able to tour,” she said. “That's one of the most exciting things I'm looking forward to. I can't give any details or anything yet, but I cannot wait just to see fans again and belt out these songs with them," Kelly said of touring. Tori Kelly: From YouTuber to Grammys winner Tori Kelly first gained recognition after posting videos on YouTube as a teenager and made it through to Hollywood Week on the ninth season of American Idol in 2010. She then independently released her self-produced debut EP in 2012, Handmade Songs by Tori Kelly. Also Read | Jung Kook's latest song Seven rules at number 1 on Billboard Hot 100 She was nominated for Best New Artist at the 58th Grammy Awards and voiced Meena in the animated film Sing (2016). Her second studio album Hiding Place (2018) peaked at number 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and received two Grammy Awards, for Best Gospel Album and Best Gospel Performance/Song, respectively As news of her hospitalisation spread, fans, peers, and the music community rallied in support, sending their thoughts and well-wishes for her prompt and full recovery. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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7 Countries with Highest Population of Wild Tigers

India has 3,167 tigers and the country is home to 75% of the global tiger population and has seen a 25% increase in the number of tigers since 2014.

The next country on the list with a high tiger population is Russia, with around 480 wild tigers, as per the latest national tiger census conducted in the country in 2015.

Having a population of 371 wild tigers, Indonesia is third on the list, as per the latest IUCN estimate.

Nepal is fourth on the list with an estimated population of 355 tigers. The data is based on the 4th National Tiger and Prey Survey of the country.

As per a study conducted by the government-run Wildlife Conservation Office, Thailand has approximately 148 to 149 wild tigers, which is the highest number of wild tigers in Southeast Asia.

As per a survey conducted by WWF-Malaysia, the Malaysia Department of Wildlife and National Parks, the country has about 120 wild tigers.

Bangladesh has 106 tigers in the country, as per the first systematic survey conducted in 2015. These tigers mainly inhabit the Sunderbans- the world's largest mangrove forest.

The water in the Yamuna River continues to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres in Indian capital Delhi. On Sunday (July 23), it reached the height of 206.44 metres at 10:00 pm. Despite no rainfall in the city since last week, the water level has been rising ever since it breached the danger level this month.&nbsp;

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The rise in Yamuna’s water level has once again raised concerns of a flood-like situation in the national capital and nearby regions. The water level of the river had been hovering around the danger mark of 205.33 metres for the past few days, following its all-time high of 208.66 metres on July 13.&nbsp;

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Due to this rise in water level, the working of the old Yamuna Bridge was halted from 10:15 pm on Sunday, announced the Northern Railway. Consequently, the route between Delhi and Shahdara will be suspended, it stated.&nbsp;

<h2>Hindon River witnesses rise in water level</h2>

The Hindon River in Noida, which is a tributary of the Yamuna, also witnessed a rise in water level on Saturday. Several low-lying areas near the Hindon River were submerged on Saturday.&nbsp;

“Water entered some houses in the low-lying areas...as a precautionary measure; people have been evacuated to a safer place. The situation is normal at the moment and we are monitoring the water level and spreading awareness about it," Additional Commissioner of Police, Sureshrao Kulkarni said.

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According to the Central Water Commission's (CWC) data, Yamuna's water level rose from 205.02 meters at 10: 00 pm on Saturday to 205.96 meters at 9: 00 am on Sunday and further increased to 206.42 meters at 9:00 pm.

<h2>Delhi administration says well-prepared</h2>

Amid the rising water level, Delhi Jal Board Vice Chairman Saurabh Bharadwaj inspected the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant on Sunday and said that the&nbsp; government is well prepared to manage any mishappening.&nbsp;

"The water level of Yamuna has started rising again. The water level has crossed 206 metres, which is much above the danger mark in Yamuna. The Delhi Jal Board has made embankments and reinforcement at vulnerable spots," AAP government minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said.

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The water in the Yamuna River continues to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres in Indian capital Delhi. On Sunday (July 23), it reached the height of 206.

The water in the Yamuna River continues to flow above the danger mark of 205.33 metres in Indian capital Delhi. On Sunday (July 23), it reached the height of 206.44 metres at 10:00 pm. Despite no rainfall in the city since last week, the water level has been rising ever since it breached the danger level this month. Also Read | Paytm records spectacular 39% surge in quarterly revenue The rise in Yamuna’s water level has once again raised concerns of a flood-like situation in the national capital and nearby regions. The water level of the river had been hovering around the danger mark of 205.33 metres for the past few days, following its all-time high of 208.66 metres on July 13. #WATCH | Delhi: The water level of Yamuna River was recorded at 206.56 m (7:00 am) at the Old Yamuna Bridge (Loha Pul) (Drone Visuals) pic.twitter.com/9FtKvQ8v16 — ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2023 × Due to this rise in water level, the working of the old Yamuna Bridge was halted from 10:15 pm on Sunday, announced the Northern Railway. Consequently, the route between Delhi and Shahdara will be suspended, it stated. Hindon River witnesses rise in water level The Hindon River in Noida, which is a tributary of the Yamuna, also witnessed a rise in water level on Saturday. Several low-lying areas near the Hindon River were submerged on Saturday. “Water entered some houses in the low-lying areas...as a precautionary measure; people have been evacuated to a safer place. The situation is normal at the moment and we are monitoring the water level and spreading awareness about it," Additional Commissioner of Police, Sureshrao Kulkarni said. Also Read | India: ASI reaches Gyanvapi Mosque to conduct scientific survey of complex According to the Central Water Commission's (CWC) data, Yamuna's water level rose from 205.02 meters at 10: 00 pm on Saturday to 205.96 meters at 9: 00 am on Sunday and further increased to 206.42 meters at 9:00 pm. Delhi administration says well-prepared Amid the rising water level, Delhi Jal Board Vice Chairman Saurabh Bharadwaj inspected the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant on Sunday and said that the government is well prepared to manage any mishappening. "The water level of Yamuna has started rising again. The water level has crossed 206 metres, which is much above the danger mark in Yamuna. The Delhi Jal Board has made embankments and reinforcement at vulnerable spots," AAP government minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India’s Chandrayaan-3 moon mission is making steady progress, having successfully completed its fourth orbit-raising manoeuvre on July 20. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed that the spacecraft is now in a 71351 km * 233 km orbit around Earth.&nbsp;

The third lunar mission, launched on July 14 from Sriharikota, aims to demonstrate India’s ability to soft-land and operate a robotic rover on the lunar surface. The spacecraft was placed into an elliptic orbit of 36,500 km * 170 km by the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3) for a perfect lift-off with all its stages performing nominally.&nbsp;

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Since its launch, the mission has been progressing through all its orbit-raising manoeuvres smoothly. The first manoeuvre took place on July 15, followed by the second on July 16, the third on July 18, and the fourth on July 20. Each manoeuvre has been designed to gradually increase the spacecraft's speed and position it for lunar insertion.

<h2>Union Minister shares update on Chandrayaan-3 launch</h2>

Science and Technology Minister, Jitendra Singh, shared a major update while talking to ANI, stating that Chandrayaan-3 had successfully completed the fourth orbit raising manoeuvre on Thursday. He added that the spacecraft is one step closer to the moon.

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"After escaping the Earth's orbit, it will move into the Moon's orbital path (after being pulled by its gravity)…it will gradually descend towards its surface…after reaching the orbit by the approximately first week of August…then it will scan the environment to assess that which part of the south pole of the lunar surface is suitable for landing…and it will then land on August 23,"&nbsp;Somnath said.

<h2>What’s next for Chandrayaan-3?</h2>

The Chandrayaan-3 mission is expected to reach the moon around August 23 or 24, following a longer route using Earth’s gravity to enhance its velocity. The mission’s Lander is expected to soft-land on the Moon’s South Pole region, a less explored location that could potentially yield valuable scientific data.&nbsp;

If successful, India will join the former Soviet Union, the United States, and China as the fourth nation in the world to perform a soft landing on the moon.&nbsp;

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India’s Chandrayaan-3 moon mission is making steady progress, having successfully completed its fourth orbit-raising manoeuvre on July 20. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed that the spacecraft is now in a 71351 km * 233 km orbit around Earth. The third lunar mission, launched on July 14 from Sriharikota, aims to demonstrate India’s ability to soft-land and operate a robotic rover on the lunar surface. The spacecraft was placed into an elliptic orbit of 36,500 km * 170 km by the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3) for a perfect lift-off with all its stages performing nominally. Also Read | WATCH: Lion strolls amid downpour in India's Gujarat, video captivates netizens Since its launch, the mission has been progressing through all its orbit-raising manoeuvres smoothly. The first manoeuvre took place on July 15, followed by the second on July 16, the third on July 18, and the fourth on July 20. Each manoeuvre has been designed to gradually increase the spacecraft's speed and position it for lunar insertion. Union Minister shares update on Chandrayaan-3 launch Science and Technology Minister, Jitendra Singh, shared a major update while talking to ANI, stating that Chandrayaan-3 had successfully completed the fourth orbit raising manoeuvre on Thursday. He added that the spacecraft is one step closer to the moon. Chandrayaan-3 Mission: The spacecraft has attained a 51400 km x 228 km orbit, as planned. — ISRO (@isro) July 18, 2023 × ISRO Chairman S. Somnath earlier said that earth-bound manoeuvres would be conducted till July 31 and around August 1, it will enter the lunar orbit. Also Read | Kejriwal's water ATM initiative to bridge gap in access to drinking water between the rich and poor "After escaping the Earth's orbit, it will move into the Moon's orbital path (after being pulled by its gravity)…it will gradually descend towards its surface…after reaching the orbit by the approximately first week of August…then it will scan the environment to assess that which part of the south pole of the lunar surface is suitable for landing…and it will then land on August 23," Somnath said. What’s next for Chandrayaan-3? The Chandrayaan-3 mission is expected to reach the moon around August 23 or 24, following a longer route using Earth’s gravity to enhance its velocity. The mission’s Lander is expected to soft-land on the Moon’s South Pole region, a less explored location that could potentially yield valuable scientific data. If successful, India will join the former Soviet Union, the United States, and China as the fourth nation in the world to perform a soft landing on the moon. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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