Indian administrative service (IAS) officer Keerthi Jalli has become a sensation on the social media after pictures showed her visiting people in Assam’s Cachar district which has been affected by floods recently. &nbsp;In the number of videos and pictures shared on social media, Jalli can be seen walking barefoot through the muddled waters in the area and interacting with the local people who have been devastated by the natural calamity. The initial photo was shared by Awanish Sharan, a 2009-batch IAS officer, who applauded Jalli with a folded hands emoji along with the picture.

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Cachar has been at the receiving end of extreme floods recently and that has resulted in thousands of people losing their houses and property. Temporary relief camps have been set up for the people in the area and Jalli was there to inspect the situation and the relief activities in the affected areas.

Jalli was the first female Deputy Commissioner of southern Assam’s Hailakandi district since it was formed in 1989 and prior to this, she was also heavily involved in a number of campaigns in the area such as raising awareness for menstrual hygiene. Jalli has also received a lor of awards for her work.

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According to the locals, this was the first time that a deputy commissioner visited the area and they were able to inform Jalli about all of their problems. “Locals said that they are facing the same issues for the last 50 years and we thought we need to go there and see what are the actual issues. And for that the best time is during the flood,” Jalli said according to a report on Hindustan Times.

Indian administrative service (IAS) officer Keerthi Jalli has become a sensation on the social media after pictures showed her visiting people in Assam’s Cachar district which has been affected by floods recently.

Indian administrative service (IAS) officer Keerthi Jalli has become a sensation on the social media after pictures showed her visiting people in Assam’s Cachar district which has been affected by floods recently. In the number of videos and pictures shared on social media, Jalli can be seen walking barefoot through the muddled waters in the area and interacting with the local people who have been devastated by the natural calamity. The initial photo was shared by Awanish Sharan, a 2009-batch IAS officer, who applauded Jalli with a folded hands emoji along with the picture. Also read | America's love for military style weapons and AR-15, the assault rifle used in Texas school shooting Cachar has been at the receiving end of extreme floods recently and that has resulted in thousands of people losing their houses and property. Temporary relief camps have been set up for the people in the area and Jalli was there to inspect the situation and the relief activities in the affected areas. Jalli was the first female Deputy Commissioner of southern Assam’s Hailakandi district since it was formed in 1989 and prior to this, she was also heavily involved in a number of campaigns in the area such as raising awareness for menstrual hygiene. Jalli has also received a lor of awards for her work. Keerthi Jalli IAS, Deputy Commissioner Cachar.🙏 pic.twitter.com/n5CsOoAFMu — Awanish Sharan (@AwanishSharan) May 26, 2022 × According to the locals, this was the first time that a deputy commissioner visited the area and they were able to inform Jalli about all of their problems. “Locals said that they are facing the same issues for the last 50 years and we thought we need to go there and see what are the actual issues. And for that the best time is during the flood,” Jalli said according to a report on Hindustan Times.

Indian officer walks barefoot through mud in flood-hit areas, picture goes viral

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Ukrainian officials on Friday (May 27) said that the Russian-backed forces have taken control of the city of Lyman in the country's eastern Donetsk region. In other news, amidst mounting criticism from parents, the police in Texas were forced to alter key details with regard to their initial response to the deadly Uvalde school shooting incident. Ukrainian officials say Russia-backed forces captured strategic town Lyman Pavlo Kyrylenko, who is the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, told media outlet Hromadske that Lyman was "mainly controlled by Russian troops". Texas police alter details on how Uvalde shooter entered school amid criticism Officials with the Texas Department of Public Safety had said that the shooter encountered a police officer employed by the school district before charging through a back door. G7 pledges to phaseout coal for electricity generation, but no date fixed The environment ministers from the Group of 7 (G7) wealthy countries pledged to curb the use of coal and other fossil fuels for power generation, with the aim of eventual and complete phaseout. Russia deploys ‘propaganda vans’ to captured Mariupol to 'win over' people Russian troops are driving mobile propaganda vans with large-screen televisions at the captured Mariupol city of Ukraine in a bid to change their perception of the war and Moscow. Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan gets clean chit in drugs case Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan has finally cleared his name and he has been given clean chit by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in the Mumbai drugs-on-cruise case. SAI constitutes 3-member committee after shocking incident with a gymnast In what can be termed a shocking incident, Indian athlete Aruna Budda Reddy has alleged that she was videographed without her consent by one of the coaches at the Sports Authority of India (SAI). Shop sells 'corpse water' after bodies of mafia victims found in Lake Mead Weeks after bodies were discovered on the shores of Las Vegas' lake Mead, a shopkeeper has found a unique, albeit sinister way to profit from the newfound curiosity generated by the area. 'Anek' movie review: Another gem from the Ayushmann Khurrana-Anubhav Sinha duo The film explores what peace can mean for different kinds of people in various positions and it is that complete storytelling along with yet another earnest performance from Ayushmann that makes the film work. Gallery | In Pics: America's love for military style weapons and AR-15 The killer's employment of a military-style assault rifle that is inexpensive, easy to use, and deadly efficient has been a recurrent thread in America's worst mass shootings, including the one this week at an elementary school in Texas. 7 Indian soldiers killed after truck carrying them falls into Shyok River Seven Indian Army soldiers were killed after a truck carrying them skidded off the road and fell into Shyok River in northern Ladakh on Friday morning.

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Artificial intelligence has already become a huge force in the world of technology but now, it looks like AI can be finding its footing in the world of art as well. On the occasion of the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Queen of England, the robot artist known as Ai-Da has created a portrait for the monarch. The portrait came out to be quite close to the Queen’s likeness with her trademark expression and also her pearls featuring quite prominently. Aidan Meller, the creator of Ai-da, also pointed out that the portrait is a symbol of how the world has changed during the Queen’s lifetime.

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“I’d like to thank Her Majesty the Queen for her dedication, and for the service she gives to so many people. She is an outstanding, courageous woman who is utterly committed to public service.”

This was the message from “the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist” that made use of the artificial technology to create the portrait – something that was unimaginable few years ago.

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According to The Guardian, Ai-Da was created by a team of programmers, roboticists, art experts and psychologists back in 2019 and in 2022, it held her first exhibition at the 2022 Venice Biennale.

While the artificial intelligence technology has failed to understand emotions as a part of its programming till now, the makers of the robot said that “it is possible to train [a] machine learning system to learn to recognise emotional facial expressions” which in turn helps it to create art.

Artificial intelligence has already become a huge force in the world of technology but now, it looks like AI can be finding its footing in the world of art as well.

Artificial intelligence has already become a huge force in the world of technology but now, it looks like AI can be finding its footing in the world of art as well. On the occasion of the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Queen of England, the robot artist known as Ai-Da has created a portrait for the monarch. The portrait came out to be quite close to the Queen’s likeness with her trademark expression and also her pearls featuring quite prominently. Aidan Meller, the creator of Ai-da, also pointed out that the portrait is a symbol of how the world has changed during the Queen’s lifetime. Also read | Transgender actor and activist Laverne Cox honoured with her own Barbie doll “I’d like to thank Her Majesty the Queen for her dedication, and for the service she gives to so many people. She is an outstanding, courageous woman who is utterly committed to public service.” This was the message from “the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist” that made use of the artificial technology to create the portrait – something that was unimaginable few years ago. Also read | China, Russia veto US push for more UN sanctions on North Korea According to The Guardian, Ai-Da was created by a team of programmers, roboticists, art experts and psychologists back in 2019 and in 2022, it held her first exhibition at the 2022 Venice Biennale. While the artificial intelligence technology has failed to understand emotions as a part of its programming till now, the makers of the robot said that “it is possible to train [a] machine learning system to learn to recognise emotional facial expressions” which in turn helps it to create art.

Robot artist Ai-Da draws portrait of Queen Elizabeth ahead of Platinum Jubilee

The death of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been dominating headlines for quite some time and Al-Jazeera has decided that they will approaching the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the case. The news organisation, along with the Palestinian Authority (PA) alleged that the journalist was killed by Israeli forces, but it was denied by the authorities. The Israeli authority said that Akleh was killed during an altercation between forces and Palestinian militants. While the ballistic analysis of the bullet that resulted in her death is still pending, Al-Jazeera has said that they are forming an international legal team to submit the case in front of the ICC.

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According to an Associated Press report, the appeal in front of the ICC will also include the damage sustained by buildings with Palestinian inhabitants during Israel’s attacks against militant group Hamas last year.

They also said that it will comprise of a number of reports about "the continuous incitements and attacks on its journalists operating in the occupied Palestinian territories".

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"The Network vows to follow every path to achieve justice for Shireen and ensure those responsible for her killing are brought to justice and held accountable in all international justice and legal platforms and courts," Al Jazeera said regarding their move to present their case to the ICC.

On the other hand, Israel continues to ask for a ballistic investigation to determine how Akleh was killed during the altercation. The PA said that they have conducted their own probe which shows that she was killed by Israeli soldiers but that was rejected by Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

(With inputs from agencies)

The death of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been dominating headlines for quite some time and Al-Jazeera has decided that they will approaching the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the case.

The death of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh has been dominating headlines for quite some time and Al-Jazeera has decided that they will approaching the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the case. The news organisation, along with the Palestinian Authority (PA) alleged that the journalist was killed by Israeli forces, but it was denied by the authorities. The Israeli authority said that Akleh was killed during an altercation between forces and Palestinian militants. While the ballistic analysis of the bullet that resulted in her death is still pending, Al-Jazeera has said that they are forming an international legal team to submit the case in front of the ICC. Also read | Ukrainian officials say Russia-backed forces captured strategic town Lyman According to an Associated Press report, the appeal in front of the ICC will also include the damage sustained by buildings with Palestinian inhabitants during Israel’s attacks against militant group Hamas last year. They also said that it will comprise of a number of reports about "the continuous incitements and attacks on its journalists operating in the occupied Palestinian territories". Also read | G7 pledges to phaseout coal for electricity generation, but no date fixed "The Network vows to follow every path to achieve justice for Shireen and ensure those responsible for her killing are brought to justice and held accountable in all international justice and legal platforms and courts," Al Jazeera said regarding their move to present their case to the ICC. On the other hand, Israel continues to ask for a ballistic investigation to determine how Akleh was killed during the altercation. The PA said that they have conducted their own probe which shows that she was killed by Israeli soldiers but that was rejected by Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz. (With inputs from agencies)

Al Jazeera to approach International Criminal Court over Shireen Abu Akleh's killing

A Toy Fox Terrier called Pebbles has been named as the oldest living dog in the world right now. The announcement came just weeks after a Chihuahua called TobyKeith was handed the record but his reign at the top was short lived. At 22 years and 59 days, Pebbles was officially recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records. The dog, who weighs around 4 pounds, belongs to Bobby and Julie Gregory of Greenville County, South Carolina in the United States. They decided to contact the authorities about Pebbles when they came across the news regarding TobyKeith on the internet.

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“Bobby was sitting on the couch, and friends and family started texting and calling about a story they saw about a 21-year-old dog getting the record,” Julie told the official Guinness website.&nbsp;

The family adopted Pebbles in 2000 but the Terrier was not their first choice. Julie explained that they were looking for a bigger dog at that time but decided to take Pebbles home with them.

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“She was jumping and barking so much at Bobby that he had no choice but to pick her up and check her out," Julie told Guinness. "It was instant love the second the two met."

Despite the old age, Pebbles is quite fit according to the owners and the Terrier is not suffering from any kind of illnesses. Julie said that good food and love is the secret behind Pebbles’ health.

“Most of the people that know Pebbles can’t believe how long she has lived,” Julie concluded.

A Toy Fox Terrier called Pebbles has been named as the oldest living dog in the world right now. The announcement came just weeks after a Chihuahua called TobyKeith was handed the record but his reign at the top was short lived.

A Toy Fox Terrier called Pebbles has been named as the oldest living dog in the world right now. The announcement came just weeks after a Chihuahua called TobyKeith was handed the record but his reign at the top was short lived. At 22 years and 59 days, Pebbles was officially recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records. The dog, who weighs around 4 pounds, belongs to Bobby and Julie Gregory of Greenville County, South Carolina in the United States. They decided to contact the authorities about Pebbles when they came across the news regarding TobyKeith on the internet. Also read | Transgender actor and activist Laverne Cox honoured with her own Barbie doll “Bobby was sitting on the couch, and friends and family started texting and calling about a story they saw about a 21-year-old dog getting the record,” Julie told the official Guinness website. The family adopted Pebbles in 2000 but the Terrier was not their first choice. Julie explained that they were looking for a bigger dog at that time but decided to take Pebbles home with them. Also read | Capitalism at its best: Shop sells 'corpse water' after bodies of mafia victims found in lake Mead “She was jumping and barking so much at Bobby that he had no choice but to pick her up and check her out," Julie told Guinness. "It was instant love the second the two met." Despite the old age, Pebbles is quite fit according to the owners and the Terrier is not suffering from any kind of illnesses. Julie said that good food and love is the secret behind Pebbles’ health. “Most of the people that know Pebbles can’t believe how long she has lived,” Julie concluded.

Fox Terrier called Pebbles becomes world's oldest dog at more than 22 years old

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi attended the ‘Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022’ in New Delhi on Friday and he even tried his hand at flying a drone designed by Asteria Aerospace Limited, a Bengaluru-based drone technology company. Modi used a remote control to navigate the drone which can used for both security and surveillance purposes across a number of industry sectors. It was part of the open-air drone demonstrations in the event as Modi interacted with drone pilots. He also spoke about the use of drones and how it helps him in monitoring a lot of government projects.

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"It is essential to constantly monitor the quality of government projects. But it's no longer necessary for me to inform (officials) in advance that I have to go there for an inspection. Everything will then be in place. If I send a drone, all the information that's needed is collected and people on the other side may not realise that it has already happened," Modi said at the event according to ANI.

Modi also pointed out the usage of drones in the agricultural sector and said that by adopting the technology properly, India will be able to use it for the development of technology and innovation.

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"Agriculture is being revolutionised due to technology. Be it soil health cards, e-NAM or drones, they are emerging as a game-changer in the agricultural sector,"

"In the last eight years, we have seen improvements in technology. We have witnessed increased adoption of technology and innovation by farmers. The agriculture sector is now transforming with the help of technology. Drones will be important in also improving last-mile healthcare delivery. Even during Covid, drones helped in delivering vaccines to the remotest corners of the country," he added.

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Indian prime minister Narendra Modi attended the ‘Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022’ in New Delhi on Friday and he even tried his hand at flying a drone designed by Asteria Aerospace Limited, a Bengaluru-based drone technology company.

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi attended the ‘Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022’ in New Delhi on Friday and he even tried his hand at flying a drone designed by Asteria Aerospace Limited, a Bengaluru-based drone technology company. Modi used a remote control to navigate the drone which can used for both security and surveillance purposes across a number of industry sectors. It was part of the open-air drone demonstrations in the event as Modi interacted with drone pilots. He also spoke about the use of drones and how it helps him in monitoring a lot of government projects. Also read | Russia deploys ‘propaganda vans’ to captured Mariupol to 'win over' people "It is essential to constantly monitor the quality of government projects. But it's no longer necessary for me to inform (officials) in advance that I have to go there for an inspection. Everything will then be in place. If I send a drone, all the information that's needed is collected and people on the other side may not realise that it has already happened," Modi said at the event according to ANI. Modi also pointed out the usage of drones in the agricultural sector and said that by adopting the technology properly, India will be able to use it for the development of technology and innovation. #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi tried his hand at flying a drone during the inauguration of two-day Bharat Drone Mahotsav 2022 at Pragati Maidan in Delhi pic.twitter.com/XNto9g28PY — ANI (@ANI) May 27, 2022 × "Agriculture is being revolutionised due to technology. Be it soil health cards, e-NAM or drones, they are emerging as a game-changer in the agricultural sector," "In the last eight years, we have seen improvements in technology. We have witnessed increased adoption of technology and innovation by farmers. The agriculture sector is now transforming with the help of technology. Drones will be important in also improving last-mile healthcare delivery. Even during Covid, drones helped in delivering vaccines to the remotest corners of the country," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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The Barbie is probably the most famous doll in the world and Transgender actress and activist Laverne Cox became the latest celebrity to be honoured by the company. The actress, who became famous for her role in the Netflix series ‘Orange is the New Black’, was honoured by her own Barbie doll which will be going on sale ahead of her 50th birthday. While Barbie has faced a lot of criticism for its lack of representation, Mattel has been trying hard to make the collection more inclusive. It is part of the new Tribute Collection which was launched last year for honouring major personalities.

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The first doll to be part of the collection was actress Lucille Ball and the company also made a doll in the likeliness of the Queen of England. Over the years, Barbie has also added a lot of other female role models in their collection with fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad getting the first hijab-wearing Barbie.

Cox, who has won multiple Emmy Awards in her career, has been an advocate for transgender rights and issues. She worked closely with the company to create her Barbie doll and when asked about the product, she expressed her wish for the doll to appeal to children of all gender identities.

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"It's incredibly meaningful for me to have my Barbie doll for so many reasons," she said according to a report on the BBC. "I hope that kids of all gender identities can look at this Barbie and dream."

"The space of play, playing with dolls, the space of creating worlds with dolls is that space of dreaming," she added. "And now kids get to dream with a Laverne Cox Barbie, the first transgender Barbie - that is a beautiful space of dreaming and possibility."

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The Barbie is probably the most famous doll in the world and Transgender actress and activist Laverne Cox became the latest celebrity to be honoured by the company.

The Barbie is probably the most famous doll in the world and Transgender actress and activist Laverne Cox became the latest celebrity to be honoured by the company. The actress, who became famous for her role in the Netflix series ‘Orange is the New Black’, was honoured by her own Barbie doll which will be going on sale ahead of her 50th birthday. While Barbie has faced a lot of criticism for its lack of representation, Mattel has been trying hard to make the collection more inclusive. It is part of the new Tribute Collection which was launched last year for honouring major personalities. Also read | Texas school shooting: Husband of killed teacher dies of heart attack The first doll to be part of the collection was actress Lucille Ball and the company also made a doll in the likeliness of the Queen of England. Over the years, Barbie has also added a lot of other female role models in their collection with fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad getting the first hijab-wearing Barbie. Cox, who has won multiple Emmy Awards in her career, has been an advocate for transgender rights and issues. She worked closely with the company to create her Barbie doll and when asked about the product, she expressed her wish for the doll to appeal to children of all gender identities. Also read | 'Tomb of Sand' becomes first book in any Indian language to win Booker Prize "It's incredibly meaningful for me to have my Barbie doll for so many reasons," she said according to a report on the BBC. "I hope that kids of all gender identities can look at this Barbie and dream." "The space of play, playing with dolls, the space of creating worlds with dolls is that space of dreaming," she added. "And now kids get to dream with a Laverne Cox Barbie, the first transgender Barbie - that is a beautiful space of dreaming and possibility." WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

Transgender actor and activist Laverne Cox honoured with her own Barbie doll

“Peace is a subjective hypothesis,” a character tells another in director Anubhav Sinha’s latest venture ‘Anek’ and no other dialogue could have captured the essence of the film better. The earlier collaboration of Sinha and lead actor Ayushmann Khurrana – 'Article 15' – earned a lot of praise for its portrayal of caste politics in rural Uttar Pradesh. ‘Anek’, which is set-in Northeast India, tries to ask the question “What it means to be Indian” in the backdrop of government propaganda and militancy aimed at secession. The film explores what peace can mean for different kinds of people in various positions and it is that complete storytelling along with yet another earnest performance from Ayushmann that makes the film work.&nbsp; 
 
Ayushmann plays an undercover cop called Aman with a mission to keep the separatist groups in control. With the Indian government negotiating a peace accord with the local leader (played by Loitongbam Dorendra), a new group known as ‘Johnson’ are looking to disrupt the process. &nbsp;

However, there is more to the situation that&nbsp;meets the eye as Aman is forced to choose between his emotions and his duties. On the other hand, we follow Aido, a national-level boxer played by debutant Andrea Kevichüsa, on her fight against discrimination and her influence on Aman’s life. &nbsp;

Written by Anubhav Sinha, ‘Anek’ is a story of common people in Northeast India shown through the eyes of his protagonist Aman. Like 'Article 15', the hero is a newcomer to the region and through his experiences, we learn more about the problems and lives of the local population. This allows the film to give equal space to multiple plot points allowing the audience to totally immerse into the story.&nbsp;

This is Ayushmann Khurrana in his element. The actor has made it a habit to tackle social issues with his own trademark charm but with ‘Anek’, he ventures into murkier waters. The role of Aman allows him to show a darker and grittier side to his acting – something that adds to the tone of the film. He fulfils what the role demands of him with ease and even takes part in a full-blown action sequence.&nbsp;

Like 'Article 15', ‘Anek’ once again allows Ayushmann to deliver a stirring monologue. This time, it is about how a person can get over the various divisions that does not allow one to become just ‘an Indian’. The sequence, which also features JD Chakravarthy of Satya fame, allows Ayushmann to revisit his ‘Article 15’ charm and it is one of the conversations that will remain with the audience. &nbsp;

Andrea Kevichüsa is equally impressive in her role, as the actress from Nagaland brings a dose of honesty to her performance. From the shock of facing discrimination at the hands of police officials to dealing with the tragedy in her village, the actress pulls off her role perfectly. Her boxing skills may not impress a lot of people but it is a small blot on one of the best debuts in recent times.&nbsp;

The supporting cast, which boasts of powerful performers like Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa and Sushil Pandey, played their roles to perfection with special mention to Mipham Otsal who played Aido’s father with the exact passion and gravitas that the role demanded. JD&nbsp;Chakravarthy appears in a short role but is gifted with one of the most well-crafted conversations in the entire film.&nbsp;

The film urges us to find unity in our diversity and understand how situations form every human being’s identity. For Aido, the urge to represent India on the global stage is the ultimate motivation while for her father, secession is the only way. In a society where Northeastern people are still discriminated against and called racial slurs, the movie does not villainise the militants who are in favour of secession but tries to understand what led to their decisions and their ultimate motives. &nbsp;

‘Anek’ is the latest gem from the Anubhav Sinha-Ayushmann Khurrana partnership and it succeeds in creating a thought-provoking narrative for its viewers. While the movie refrains from taking a preachy tone for its majority, it will certainly leave the audience with much to ponder. &nbsp;

“Peace is a subjective hypothesis,” a character tells another in director Anubhav Sinha’s latest venture ‘Anek’ and no other dialogue could have captured the essence of the film better.

“Peace is a subjective hypothesis,” a character tells another in director Anubhav Sinha’s latest venture ‘Anek’ and no other dialogue could have captured the essence of the film better. The earlier collaboration of Sinha and lead actor Ayushmann Khurrana – 'Article 15' – earned a lot of praise for its portrayal of caste politics in rural Uttar Pradesh. ‘Anek’, which is set-in Northeast India, tries to ask the question “What it means to be Indian” in the backdrop of government propaganda and militancy aimed at secession. The film explores what peace can mean for different kinds of people in various positions and it is that complete storytelling along with yet another earnest performance from Ayushmann that makes the film work. Ayushmann plays an undercover cop called Aman with a mission to keep the separatist groups in control. With the Indian government negotiating a peace accord with the local leader (played by Loitongbam Dorendra), a new group known as ‘Johnson’ are looking to disrupt the process. However, there is more to the situation that meets the eye as Aman is forced to choose between his emotions and his duties. On the other hand, we follow Aido, a national-level boxer played by debutant Andrea Kevichüsa, on her fight against discrimination and her influence on Aman’s life. Written by Anubhav Sinha, ‘Anek’ is a story of common people in Northeast India shown through the eyes of his protagonist Aman. Like 'Article 15', the hero is a newcomer to the region and through his experiences, we learn more about the problems and lives of the local population. This allows the film to give equal space to multiple plot points allowing the audience to totally immerse into the story. This is Ayushmann Khurrana in his element. The actor has made it a habit to tackle social issues with his own trademark charm but with ‘Anek’, he ventures into murkier waters. The role of Aman allows him to show a darker and grittier side to his acting – something that adds to the tone of the film. He fulfils what the role demands of him with ease and even takes part in a full-blown action sequence. Like 'Article 15', ‘Anek’ once again allows Ayushmann to deliver a stirring monologue. This time, it is about how a person can get over the various divisions that does not allow one to become just ‘an Indian’. The sequence, which also features JD Chakravarthy of Satya fame, allows Ayushmann to revisit his ‘Article 15’ charm and it is one of the conversations that will remain with the audience. Andrea Kevichüsa is equally impressive in her role, as the actress from Nagaland brings a dose of honesty to her performance. From the shock of facing discrimination at the hands of police officials to dealing with the tragedy in her village, the actress pulls off her role perfectly. Her boxing skills may not impress a lot of people but it is a small blot on one of the best debuts in recent times. The supporting cast, which boasts of powerful performers like Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa and Sushil Pandey, played their roles to perfection with special mention to Mipham Otsal who played Aido’s father with the exact passion and gravitas that the role demanded. JD Chakravarthy appears in a short role but is gifted with one of the most well-crafted conversations in the entire film. The film urges us to find unity in our diversity and understand how situations form every human being’s identity. For Aido, the urge to represent India on the global stage is the ultimate motivation while for her father, secession is the only way. In a society where Northeastern people are still discriminated against and called racial slurs, the movie does not villainise the militants who are in favour of secession but tries to understand what led to their decisions and their ultimate motives. ‘Anek’ is the latest gem from the Anubhav Sinha-Ayushmann Khurrana partnership and it succeeds in creating a thought-provoking narrative for its viewers. While the movie refrains from taking a preachy tone for its majority, it will certainly leave the audience with much to ponder.

'Anek' movie review: Another gem from the Ayushmann Khurrana-Anubhav Sinha duo

A conifer with a four-metre-thick trunk known as the Great-Grandfather can be the oldest tree in the world, according to scientists in Chile. Reports claim that&nbsp;the tree is more than 600 years older than the current record-holder. This is a startling claim made by Dr Jonathan Barichivich, a scientist at the Climate and Environmental Sciences Laboratory in Paris, who has been conducting tests on the tree. Barichivich said that the results from the tests conducted on it suggest that the tree, a Patagonian cypress, also known as the alerce milenario, could be around 5,484 years old right now.

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The record currently belongs to 4,853-year-old bristlecone pine called Methuselah in the US.

Barichivich used to visit the tree as a child at the Alerce Costero national park and in 2020, he decided to test out a bore sample to understand the age of Great-Grandfather. &nbsp;Computer modelling and tests conducted by his team came up with the surprising discovery, but it has been published yet.

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The country’s environment minister - Maisa Rojas – has already lauded the news about the tree as a “marvellous scientific discovery” and said that this can be a huge achievement for Chile.

The Alerce Milenario is a kind of tree indigenous to Chile and Argentina but it is very rare to find one which is over 5000 years old. However, it is important to preserve the tree in Chile as Barichivich said that the waste left by the huge number of visitors and climate change is causing harm to the tree.

(With inputs from agencies)

A conifer with a four-metre-thick trunk known as the Great-Grandfather can be the oldest tree in the world, according to scientists in Chile. Reports claim that the tree is more than 600 years older than the current record-holder.

A conifer with a four-metre-thick trunk known as the Great-Grandfather can be the oldest tree in the world, according to scientists in Chile. Reports claim that the tree is more than 600 years older than the current record-holder. This is a startling claim made by Dr Jonathan Barichivich, a scientist at the Climate and Environmental Sciences Laboratory in Paris, who has been conducting tests on the tree. Barichivich said that the results from the tests conducted on it suggest that the tree, a Patagonian cypress, also known as the alerce milenario, could be around 5,484 years old right now. Also read | Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting The record currently belongs to 4,853-year-old bristlecone pine called Methuselah in the US. Barichivich used to visit the tree as a child at the Alerce Costero national park and in 2020, he decided to test out a bore sample to understand the age of Great-Grandfather. Computer modelling and tests conducted by his team came up with the surprising discovery, but it has been published yet. Also read | China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The country’s environment minister - Maisa Rojas – has already lauded the news about the tree as a “marvellous scientific discovery” and said that this can be a huge achievement for Chile. The Alerce Milenario is a kind of tree indigenous to Chile and Argentina but it is very rare to find one which is over 5000 years old. However, it is important to preserve the tree in Chile as Barichivich said that the waste left by the huge number of visitors and climate change is causing harm to the tree. (With inputs from agencies)

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Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region.

“The fighting has reached its maximum intensity," Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar told a press briefing.

“Enemy forces are storming the positions of our troops simultaneously in several directions. We have an extremely difficult and long stage of fighting ahead of us," she added.

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Moscow’s army has plotted a slow but steady course deeper into the Donbas region since withdrawing forces from central and northern regions to consolidate military efforts in the east.

They are closing in around several key urban hubs, particularly Severodonetsk and Lysychansk that stand on route to Ukraine’s eastern administrative centre in Kramatorsk.

“The situation remains difficult and shows signs of further aggravation," Malyar said.

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“We must understand that this is a war and, unfortunately, losses on our part are inevitable," she added.

The Lugansk region’s governor Sergiy Gaiday said that “heavy" Russian bombardments on Lysychansk had done extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, including a humanitarian aid centre.

Gaiday said that three people had died in recent Russian attacks on the region, which Moscow’s forces have said they have nearly complete control over.

Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region.

Ukraine said Thursday that fighting in the eastern Donbas region of the country had reached its fiercest level yet, as Russian forces pushed deeper into the industrial region. “The fighting has reached its maximum intensity," Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar told a press briefing. “Enemy forces are storming the positions of our troops simultaneously in several directions. We have an extremely difficult and long stage of fighting ahead of us," she added. Also read | Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting Moscow’s army has plotted a slow but steady course deeper into the Donbas region since withdrawing forces from central and northern regions to consolidate military efforts in the east. They are closing in around several key urban hubs, particularly Severodonetsk and Lysychansk that stand on route to Ukraine’s eastern administrative centre in Kramatorsk. “The situation remains difficult and shows signs of further aggravation," Malyar said. Also read | UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout “We must understand that this is a war and, unfortunately, losses on our part are inevitable," she added. The Lugansk region’s governor Sergiy Gaiday said that “heavy" Russian bombardments on Lysychansk had done extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, including a humanitarian aid centre. Gaiday said that three people had died in recent Russian attacks on the region, which Moscow’s forces have said they have nearly complete control over.

Ukraine says war in Donbas region at 'maximum intensity'

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news,&nbsp;Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony.

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The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation.

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The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit.

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The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface.

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Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider.

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news, Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony. UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout The announcement comes after officials about soaring energy costs, by more than 40 per cent, this Autumn following the Russia-Ukraine war. Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting. Russian President Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’ in new video Chechen strongman and an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ramzan Kadyrov, has warned Poland to "better take back your weapons" from Ukraine as he is ready to attack the European country. China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation. Was monkeypox already circulating in UK? Scientists have interesting answers Professor David Heymann, who chairs a World Health Organization expert group on infectious threats to global health, believes that the virus has been present in the UK for the last two to three years. Asia Cup: India enter knockouts with 16-0 demolition over Indonesia It couldn't have gotten better for India's young men's hockey team as they demolished hosts Indonesia 16-0 to qualify for the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2022 editions on Thursday. Cannes 2022: Ukrainian filmmakers protest against the Russian invasion Before the screening of their film 'Butterly Vision,' Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechni along with the whole crew of his movie gave a reminder about the crisis Ukraine is going through after the Russian invasion. Man pays $4,255 for Tellytubby toy after son accused of breaking it in Hong Kong store The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit. Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface. WATCH | Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export? Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

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School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas. &nbsp;At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. There are a number of bulletproof products in the market but the backpack for kids remains the favourite.

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The gunman, identified as Salvador Ramos, fled after shooting his grandmother and after his car crashed near the Robb elementary school in Uvalde, he launched an attack on the children in the school. The police department was unable to determine the motive behind the horrible shooting.

According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting.

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According to the product description, a person can protect themselves by holding the bulletproof backpack in front of them to deflect the bullets. Yasir Sheikh, who is part of the Guard Dog Security, told Insider that there have been “an increase” in customers asking for that specific product.

Another company – MC Armor – also told Insider that New Jersey, Georgia, California, Pennsylvania, and Florida are the states where the demand has increased substantially after the shooting.

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School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas.

School shootings have been a big problem for the United States for quite some time and it was once again in the news following the attack on an elementary school in Texas. At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. There are a number of bulletproof products in the market but the backpack for kids remains the favourite. Also read | China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The gunman, identified as Salvador Ramos, fled after shooting his grandmother and after his car crashed near the Robb elementary school in Uvalde, he launched an attack on the children in the school. The police department was unable to determine the motive behind the horrible shooting. According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting. Also read | UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout According to the product description, a person can protect themselves by holding the bulletproof backpack in front of them to deflect the bullets. Yasir Sheikh, who is part of the Guard Dog Security, told Insider that there have been “an increase” in customers asking for that specific product. Another company – MC Armor – also told Insider that New Jersey, Georgia, California, Pennsylvania, and Florida are the states where the demand has increased substantially after the shooting. WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting

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