<p>The Indian state of Gujarat is facing heavy rainfall which has led&nbsp;to the death of 28 people due to waterlogging and a flood-like situation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a red alert for Thursday. It has also indicated that a cyclonic storm will develop off the coast of Gujarat on August 30, potentially leading to more heavy rainfall, currently lingering over Saurashtra and Kutch.</p>

<p>The IMD&nbsp;has also noted that the deep depression has remained stationary for more than six hours.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“To move W-SW and emerge into the northeast Arabian Sea by the morning of August 30. While moving W-SW over the northeast Arabian Sea away from the Indian coast, there is a possibility of its temporary and marginal intensification over the northeast Arabian Sea on August 30,” the weather department stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Rushikesh Patel, the health minister of Gujarat, over 5000 people have been&nbsp;rehabilitated. As per the State Relief Commissioner Alok Pandey, around 40,000 people have been evacuated from the flood-affected areas.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Six army contingents are helping out the 14&nbsp;teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and 22 teams of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) in rescue operations across&nbsp;the state. The NDRF has already rescued over 95 people in the last two days.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), Gujarat has experienced 105 per cent&nbsp;of its average annual rainfall in the last few days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a conversation over a call with the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel.</p>

<p>The Gujarat CM took to X (formerly Twitter) and said PM&nbsp;Modi offered guidance and extended his full support for the rescue operation in the state.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Several districts in the Saurashtra region, including Jamnagar, Porbandar, Devbhoomi Dwarka, and Rajkot, experienced rainfall ranging from 50mm to 200mm on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Bhanvad taluka recorded the highest rainfall in the state, with 185 mm of rainfall.&nbsp;</p>

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The Indian state of Gujarat is facing heavy rainfall which has led to the death of 28 people due to waterlogging and a flood-like situation. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a red alert for Thursday.

The Indian state of Gujarat is facing heavy rainfall which has led to the death of 28 people due to waterlogging and a flood-like situation. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a red alert for Thursday. It has also indicated that a cyclonic storm will develop off the coast of Gujarat on August 30, potentially leading to more heavy rainfall, currently lingering over Saurashtra and Kutch. The IMD has also noted that the deep depression has remained stationary for more than six hours. Also Read | Gujarat rains: Several incidents of crocodiles entering residential areas reported in Vadodara “To move W-SW and emerge into the northeast Arabian Sea by the morning of August 30. While moving W-SW over the northeast Arabian Sea away from the Indian coast, there is a possibility of its temporary and marginal intensification over the northeast Arabian Sea on August 30,” the weather department stated. According to Rushikesh Patel, the health minister of Gujarat, over 5000 people have been rehabilitated. As per the State Relief Commissioner Alok Pandey, around 40,000 people have been evacuated from the flood-affected areas. Also Read | Man devastated after waterlogging damages three of his cars, including Rs 5 million Audi Six army contingents are helping out the 14 teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and 22 teams of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) in rescue operations across the state. The NDRF has already rescued over 95 people in the last two days. #WATCH | Devbhumi Dwarka: NDRF rescued 95 people as flood-like situation continues in parts of Gujarat due to incessant rainfall. (Video source - NDRF) pic.twitter.com/VAlg3mIg0k — ANI (@ANI) August 28, 2024 × According to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), Gujarat has experienced 105 per cent of its average annual rainfall in the last few days. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a conversation over a call with the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel. The Gujarat CM took to X (formerly Twitter) and said PM Modi offered guidance and extended his full support for the rescue operation in the state. Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi speaks to CM Shri @Bhupendrapbjp on the rain & flood situation in the State, especially in Vadodara. Hon'ble PM assures all possible assistance and support in the ongoing rescue and relief operation from the Centre.#SafeGujarat https://t.co/3tMtr8hRYR — CMO Gujarat (@CMOGuj) August 29, 2024 × Several districts in the Saurashtra region, including Jamnagar, Porbandar, Devbhoomi Dwarka, and Rajkot, experienced rainfall ranging from 50mm to 200mm on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Bhanvad taluka recorded the highest rainfall in the state, with 185 mm of rainfall. (With inputs from agencies)

Gujarat rains: Death toll rises to 28, IMD predicts cyclonic storm on August 30

<p>United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll.</p>

<p>In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease&nbsp;financial expenses on households across the country.</p>

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<p>Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.</p>

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<p>Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with&nbsp;http://dhs.gov&nbsp;and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible."</p>

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United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.

United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up. Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease financial expenses on households across the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Trump, Gaza war, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's State of the Union address 2024 Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday. 'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women. Multiple US govt website experienced brief outages, issue resolved Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with http://dhs.gov and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible." Xi urges preparation for military conflict | South-China sea can face Chinese aggression?

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<p>The grand inauguration of the Surat Diamond Bourse building in Gujarat, the world's largest office annex, is scheduled for December 17, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi presiding over the event.</p>

<p>Surat is renowned for producing 92 per cent&nbsp;of the world's natural diamonds. The Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) was established as a comprehensive centre facilitating both the manufacturing and trading aspects of the diamond industry.</p>

<p>In August of this year, the infrastructure situated within the Diamond Research and Mercantile (DREAM) City, achieved recognition from the Guinness World Records as the largest office building globally.</p>

<p>The SDB has been constructed for $35,000 and it boasts a built-up area of 6.7 million sq ft, surpassing even the size of the Pentagon. The megastructure comprises nine towers with ground plus 15 floors each, the office spaces within a range from 300 sq ft to 75,000 sq ft. The complex houses 4,500 offices, is serviced by 125 lifts and is interconnected by 24 spine corridors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The structure is designed to serve as a convenient centre for more than 65,000 diamond professionals, including cutters, polishers, and traders.</p>

<p>In addition to office spaces, the Diamond Bourse campus offers a range of amenities, including secure deposit vaults, conference halls, multipurpose halls, restaurants, banks, customs clearance facilities, convention centres, exhibition spaces, training facilities, entertainment areas, and a club, all complemented by comprehensive security measures.<br />
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The grand inauguration of the Surat Diamond Bourse building in Gujarat, the world's largest office annex, is scheduled for December 17, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi presiding over the event.

The grand inauguration of the Surat Diamond Bourse building in Gujarat, the world's largest office annex, is scheduled for December 17, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi presiding over the event. Surat is renowned for producing 92 per cent of the world's natural diamonds. The Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) was established as a comprehensive centre facilitating both the manufacturing and trading aspects of the diamond industry. In August of this year, the infrastructure situated within the Diamond Research and Mercantile (DREAM) City, achieved recognition from the Guinness World Records as the largest office building globally. The SDB has been constructed for $35,000 and it boasts a built-up area of 6.7 million sq ft, surpassing even the size of the Pentagon. The megastructure comprises nine towers with ground plus 15 floors each, the office spaces within a range from 300 sq ft to 75,000 sq ft. The complex houses 4,500 offices, is serviced by 125 lifts and is interconnected by 24 spine corridors. The structure is designed to serve as a convenient centre for more than 65,000 diamond professionals, including cutters, polishers, and traders. In addition to office spaces, the Diamond Bourse campus offers a range of amenities, including secure deposit vaults, conference halls, multipurpose halls, restaurants, banks, customs clearance facilities, convention centres, exhibition spaces, training facilities, entertainment areas, and a club, all complemented by comprehensive security measures. Also read | Indian markets surge to record highs as Federal Reserve boosts rate cut expectations (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi to inaugurate the world's largest diamond bourse on Dec 17 in Surat

<p>India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flip the coin for the final Test match between India and Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The final Test to be played in Ahmedabad will start on Thursday, March 9 with India leading the four-match series 2-1. It is also reported that Australia PM Anthony Albanese will&nbsp;be in attendance for the toss. The latter is on a four-day official visit to India and will be attending Day 1 of the contest in Ahmedabad.</p>

<h3><strong>PM Modi and Anthony Albanese to flip the coin</strong></h3>

<p>PM Modi and his Australian counterpart will be in attendance on the opening day of the fourth Test on Thursday. In a radio interview with NOVA 93.7 Perth ahead of his ongoing visit to India, Albanese confirmed to the hosts, Nat Locke and Shaun Mcmanus, that he and PM Modi will be at the toss for the Ahmedabad Test.</p>

<p>"There is a lot of pressure on because myself and Prime Minister Modi are tossing the coin," read a transcript of Albanese's radio interview on the PM's official website.</p>

<p>However, the Australian PM did not say if it will be him or PM Modi who will toss the coin.</p>

<p>To a question by the host, Nat, on "how do two people toss one coin", the Australian PM said, "I have no idea how it is going to work. But he is the home Prime Minister. So, I think he will be in charge."</p>

<p>Banners of Prime Minister Modi and his Australian counterpart have come up at the Narendra Modi stadium ahead of the final Test.</p>

<p>Earlier, Australian High Commissioner to India, Barry O'Farrell, told ANI that the Australian Prime Minister will watch Day 1 of the fourth Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series along with PM Modi on March 9.</p>

<p>"One of the things that bind both countries is cricket and it will be great to see the leaders of India and Australia on Day One of the match&nbsp;in Ahmedabad," the Australian High Commissioner said.</p>

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<h3><strong>India eye win in Ahmedabad</strong></h3>

<p>India is currently leading the series 2-1. However, the hosts need to secure an outright victory in the final Test to qualify for the final of the ICC World Test Championship. Should they quality, India will be up against the same opponent in the battle for the coveted Test crown. The championship clash will be staged in London from June 7 onwards. India had won the first Test at Nagpur by an innings and 132 runs and followed it up with a six-wicket win in the second Test at Delhi, but lost the third one.&nbsp;</p>


India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flip the coin for the final Test match between India and Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The final Test to be played in Ahmedabad will start on Thursday, March 9 with India leading the four-match series 2-1.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flip the coin for the final Test match between India and Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The final Test to be played in Ahmedabad will start on Thursday, March 9 with India leading the four-match series 2-1. It is also reported that Australia PM Anthony Albanese will be in attendance for the toss. The latter is on a four-day official visit to India and will be attending Day 1 of the contest in Ahmedabad. PM Modi and Anthony Albanese to flip the coin PM Modi and his Australian counterpart will be in attendance on the opening day of the fourth Test on Thursday. In a radio interview with NOVA 93.7 Perth ahead of his ongoing visit to India, Albanese confirmed to the hosts, Nat Locke and Shaun Mcmanus, that he and PM Modi will be at the toss for the Ahmedabad Test. "There is a lot of pressure on because myself and Prime Minister Modi are tossing the coin," read a transcript of Albanese's radio interview on the PM's official website. However, the Australian PM did not say if it will be him or PM Modi who will toss the coin. To a question by the host, Nat, on "how do two people toss one coin", the Australian PM said, "I have no idea how it is going to work. But he is the home Prime Minister. So, I think he will be in charge." Banners of Prime Minister Modi and his Australian counterpart have come up at the Narendra Modi stadium ahead of the final Test. Earlier, Australian High Commissioner to India, Barry O'Farrell, told ANI that the Australian Prime Minister will watch Day 1 of the fourth Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series along with PM Modi on March 9. "One of the things that bind both countries is cricket and it will be great to see the leaders of India and Australia on Day One of the match in Ahmedabad," the Australian High Commissioner said. ALSO READ | IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma aims to emulate Sunil Gavaskar's elite feat in Test series finale in Ahmedabad India eye win in Ahmedabad India is currently leading the series 2-1. However, the hosts need to secure an outright victory in the final Test to qualify for the final of the ICC World Test Championship. Should they quality, India will be up against the same opponent in the battle for the coveted Test crown. The championship clash will be staged in London from June 7 onwards. India had won the first Test at Nagpur by an innings and 132 runs and followed it up with a six-wicket win in the second Test at Delhi, but lost the third one.

IND vs AUS: India's PM Narendra Modi likely to flip the coin for Ahmedabad Test toss - Reports

<p>The President of India, Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were among many who condoled comedian Raju Srivastav's death on Wednesday. Srivastav died after being in the ICU of Delhi's AIIMS for 41 days. He was <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-noted-indian-comedian-raju-srivastav-dead-at-58-518248">admitted to the hospital on August 10 </a>after he collapsed while working out in the gym.&nbsp;<br />
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Taking to Twitter, Murmu tweeted in Hindi, "The untimely demise of comedian Raju Srivastav is extremely sad. He had enthralled the audience with his comical performances. He gave a new identity to the comedy scene in India. My condolences to his family and fans."</p>

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<p>PM Modi tweeted, "Raju Srivastava brightened our lives with laughter, humour and positivity. He leaves us too soon but he will continue to live in the hearts of countless people thanks to his rich work over the years. His demise is saddening. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti." The PM shared a photo of himself with the comedian along with the tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, too, mourned the demise of Raju Srivastav."Saddened to hear about the demise of famous comedian Raju Srivastava Ji. May God give place to the departed soul at his feet. My condolences to his family and all his fans in this time of sorrow (sic)," Kejriwal wrote on his official Twitter account.</p>

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<p>Raju Srivastav, 58, was in the entertainment industry since the 1980s and shot to fame after participating in the first season of the reality stand-up comedy show 'The Great Indian Laughter Challenge'&nbsp;in 2005. He is survived by his wife and two children.<br />
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The comedian was remembered by many Bollywood celebrities as well including Madhur Bhandarkar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Arjun Rampal and Shilpa Shetty.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Saddened to hear the tragic news of Raju Srivastav's untimely demise. He made us all laugh with his amazing comic timing for so many years we have lost a gem. My deepest condolences to his family members &amp; admirers. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OmShanti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OmShanti</a> 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/NJw68EpcRH">pic.twitter.com/NJw68EpcRH</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Raju bhai, 💔 you left too soon. Remember meeting you a few months ago so vividly with your lovely family. Who would have thought that was the last time. Condolences to your loved ones. May your beautiful soul find peace. Om Shanti. 🙏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/olf3UsVAVI">pic.twitter.com/olf3UsVAVI</a></p>
— arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) <a href="https://twitter.com/rampalarjun/status/1572491084567134209?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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My heart goes out to his family and millions of his fans who loved him so dearly🙏<br />
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Thank you for making us laugh for decades, Raju ji!♥️<br />
You went too soon… <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RajuSrivastava?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RajuSrivastava</a> <a href="https://t.co/9I3ukIGWvx">pic.twitter.com/9I3ukIGWvx</a></p>
— SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheShilpaShetty/status/1572507808582762496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In your lifetime you gifted us laughs &amp; more laughs, on &amp; off the screen. Your untimely demise makes me very sad.<br />
RIP Raju. 🕉 Shanti.<br />
May the Almighty give your family strength in this hour of bereavement 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/RWG6AcHrid">pic.twitter.com/RWG6AcHrid</a></p>
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) <a href="https://twitter.com/ajaydevgn/status/1572470061369270277?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">You will be missed …. 🙏🏻🕉🙏🏻🌺 ॐशांति <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/rajusrivastava?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#rajusrivastava</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/laughterking?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#laughterking</a> <a href="https://t.co/BunXAHj8Uy">https://t.co/BunXAHj8Uy</a></p>
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<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-raju-srivastav-five-best-stand-up-routines-to-remember-the-comedian-by-518294" hreflang="en">Raju Srivastav: Five best stand-up routines to remember the comedian by</a></strong></p>


The President of India, Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were among many who condoled comedian Raju Srivastav's death on Wednesday. Srivastav died after being in the ICU of Delhi's AIIMS for 41 days.

The President of India, Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were among many who condoled comedian Raju Srivastav's death on Wednesday. Srivastav died after being in the ICU of Delhi's AIIMS for 41 days. He was admitted to the hospital on August 10 after he collapsed while working out in the gym. Taking to Twitter, Murmu tweeted in Hindi, "The untimely demise of comedian Raju Srivastav is extremely sad. He had enthralled the audience with his comical performances. He gave a new identity to the comedy scene in India. My condolences to his family and fans." प्रख्यात हास्य कलाकार राजू श्रीवास्तव जी का असामयिक निधन बेहद दुखद है। अपनी हास्यपूर्ण प्रस्तुतियों से, दर्शकों को मंत्रमुग्ध करने की उनमें विलक्षण प्रतिभा थी। उनके प्रभाव से भारत में हास्य के मंचन को नई पहचान मिली। उनके परिवार एवं प्रशंसकों को मेरी शोक संवेदनाएँ। — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 21, 2022 × In pics: Remembering Raju Srivastav (1963-2022): A look back at the comedian's life and career PM Modi tweeted, "Raju Srivastava brightened our lives with laughter, humour and positivity. He leaves us too soon but he will continue to live in the hearts of countless people thanks to his rich work over the years. His demise is saddening. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti." The PM shared a photo of himself with the comedian along with the tweet. Raju Srivastava brightened our lives with laughter, humour and positivity. He leaves us too soon but he will continue to live in the hearts of countless people thanks to his rich work over the years. His demise is saddening. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/U9UjGcfeBK — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 21, 2022 × Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, too, mourned the demise of Raju Srivastav."Saddened to hear about the demise of famous comedian Raju Srivastava Ji. May God give place to the departed soul at his feet. My condolences to his family and all his fans in this time of sorrow (sic)," Kejriwal wrote on his official Twitter account. मशहूर हास्य कलाकार राजू श्रीवास्तव जी का निधन बेहद दुखद। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को अपने श्रीचरणों में स्थान दें। इस दुख की घड़ी में उनके परिजनों एवं सभी प्रशंसकों के प्रति मेरी संवेदनाएँ। pic.twitter.com/l7cPK1bCAS — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) September 21, 2022 × Raju Srivastav, 58, was in the entertainment industry since the 1980s and shot to fame after participating in the first season of the reality stand-up comedy show 'The Great Indian Laughter Challenge' in 2005. He is survived by his wife and two children. Apart from President Murmu and Delhi's CM Arvind Kejriwal, other political leaders such as Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, and Akhilesh Yadav among others have also paid condolences over the demise of Raju Srivastav. The comedian was remembered by many Bollywood celebrities as well including Madhur Bhandarkar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Arjun Rampal and Shilpa Shetty. Saddened to hear the tragic news of Raju Srivastav's untimely demise. He made us all laugh with his amazing comic timing for so many years we have lost a gem. My deepest condolences to his family members & admirers. #OmShanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/NJw68EpcRH — Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) September 21, 2022 × Raju bhai, 💔 you left too soon. Remember meeting you a few months ago so vividly with your lovely family. Who would have thought that was the last time. Condolences to your loved ones. May your beautiful soul find peace. Om Shanti. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/olf3UsVAVI — arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) September 21, 2022 × ॐ शांति🙏🌼 My heart goes out to his family and millions of his fans who loved him so dearly🙏 Thank you for making us laugh for decades, Raju ji!♥️ You went too soon… #RajuSrivastava pic.twitter.com/9I3ukIGWvx — SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) September 21, 2022 × In your lifetime you gifted us laughs & more laughs, on & off the screen. Your untimely demise makes me very sad. RIP Raju. 🕉 Shanti. May the Almighty give your family strength in this hour of bereavement 🙏 pic.twitter.com/RWG6AcHrid — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) September 21, 2022 × You will be missed …. 🙏🏻🕉🙏🏻🌺 ॐशांति #rajusrivastava #laughterking https://t.co/BunXAHj8Uy — Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) September 21, 2022 × Also see: Raju Srivastav: Five best stand-up routines to remember the comedian by

Raju Srivastav passes away; President Murmu, PM Modi and others condole his death

<p>As India scripted history on Thursday for administering a billion COVID-19 doses, prominent leaders and key personalities in India and the world congratulated the country for reaching the significant milestone.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first to congratulate the “collective spirit of 1.3 billion people" and express gratitude to the medical practitioners for their effort.</p>

<p>"India scripts history. We are witnessing the triumph of Indian science, enterprise and collective spirit of 130 crore Indians. Congrats India on crossing 100 crore vaccinations. Gratitude to our doctors, nurses and all those who worked to achieve this feat. #VaccineCentury," he tweeted.</p>

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We are witnessing the triumph of Indian science, enterprise and collective spirit of 130 crore Indians.<br />
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Congrats India on crossing 100 crore vaccinations. Gratitude to our doctors, nurses and all those who worked to achieve this feat. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VaccineCentury?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VaccineCentury</a></p>
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<p>WHO’s regional director of South Asia Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh also congratulated the Indian people for the historic feat.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">.<a href="https://twitter.com/WHOSEARO?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WHOSEARO</a>’s Regional Director Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh congratulates <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> for crossing <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/100CroreVaccination?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#100CroreVaccination</a>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VaccineCentury?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VaccineCentury</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/COVID19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#COVID19</a> <a href="https://t.co/AcPhv5u3o8">pic.twitter.com/AcPhv5u3o8</a></p>
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<p>Among the first foreign dignitaries to laud India was Bhutan’s foreign minister Tandi Dorji,&nbsp;along with country's Prime Minister Lotay Tshering.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In what is a huge accomplishment not just for your country but the world, India hit the one billion mark of COVID-19 vaccination doses. On behalf of the people of Bhutan, I congratulate India! <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/1Af27xKOOF">https://t.co/1Af27xKOOF</a> <a href="https://t.co/zVcRRECc6S">pic.twitter.com/zVcRRECc6S</a></p>
— PM Bhutan (@PMBhutan) <a href="https://twitter.com/PMBhutan/status/1451055499701489669?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations India 🇮🇳 for administering 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations - a historic milestone!</p>
— ForeignMinisterBhutan (@FMBhutan) <a href="https://twitter.com/FMBhutan/status/1451046204704313354?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>Israeli Prime Minister Neftali Bennett&nbsp;also extended his wishes to the Indian people.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> on leading India's successful COVID-19 vaccination campaign that has now administered more than 1 billion vaccines to the Indian people.<br />
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These life-saving vaccines are helping us all defeat the global pandemic.<br />
🇮🇱💉🇮🇳</p>
— Naftali Bennett בנט (@naftalibennett) <a href="https://twitter.com/naftalibennett/status/1451119609843752963?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>India’s health minister Mansukh Mandaviya visited the COVID-19 War Room in national capital Delhi and interacted with staff to mark the historic achievement.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya visits COVID19 War Room in Delhi, interacts with staff and distributes sweets to mark India achieving one billion COVID19 vaccinations. Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan also present <a href="https://t.co/WlaTi76dJJ">pic.twitter.com/WlaTi76dJJ</a></p>
— ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1451051452458160128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 21, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>India’s home minister Amit Shah also joined his peers and tweeted in Hindi saying, "I thank all the scientists, researchers and health workers who have contributed in this Mahayagya (feat) by overcoming many challenges and congratulate Modi ji who is determined for the safety and health of every person. Jai Hind!"</p>

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जय हिन्द! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VaccineCentury?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VaccineCentury</a> <a href="https://t.co/YDB0fxlTJN">pic.twitter.com/YDB0fxlTJN</a></p>
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As India scripted history on Thursday for administering a billion COVID-19 doses, prominent leaders and key personalities in India and the world congratulated the country for reaching the significant milestone.

As India scripted history on Thursday for administering a billion COVID-19 doses, prominent leaders and key personalities in India and the world congratulated the country for reaching the significant milestone. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first to congratulate the “collective spirit of 1.3 billion people" and express gratitude to the medical practitioners for their effort. "India scripts history. We are witnessing the triumph of Indian science, enterprise and collective spirit of 130 crore Indians. Congrats India on crossing 100 crore vaccinations. Gratitude to our doctors, nurses and all those who worked to achieve this feat. #VaccineCentury," he tweeted. India scripts history. We are witnessing the triumph of Indian science, enterprise and collective spirit of 130 crore Indians. Congrats India on crossing 100 crore vaccinations. Gratitude to our doctors, nurses and all those who worked to achieve this feat. #VaccineCentury — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2021 × WHO’s regional director of South Asia Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh also congratulated the Indian people for the historic feat. .@WHOSEARO’s Regional Director Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh congratulates #India for crossing #100CroreVaccination.#VaccineCentury #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/AcPhv5u3o8 — WHO South-East Asia (@WHOSEARO) October 21, 2021 × Among the first foreign dignitaries to laud India was Bhutan’s foreign minister Tandi Dorji, along with country's Prime Minister Lotay Tshering. In what is a huge accomplishment not just for your country but the world, India hit the one billion mark of COVID-19 vaccination doses. On behalf of the people of Bhutan, I congratulate India! @narendramodi @PMOIndia https://t.co/1Af27xKOOF pic.twitter.com/zVcRRECc6S — PM Bhutan (@PMBhutan) October 21, 2021 × Congratulations India 🇮🇳 for administering 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations - a historic milestone! — ForeignMinisterBhutan (@FMBhutan) October 21, 2021 × Israeli Prime Minister Neftali Bennett also extended his wishes to the Indian people. Congratulations to @narendramodi on leading India's successful COVID-19 vaccination campaign that has now administered more than 1 billion vaccines to the Indian people. These life-saving vaccines are helping us all defeat the global pandemic. 🇮🇱💉🇮🇳 — Naftali Bennett בנט (@naftalibennett) October 21, 2021 × India’s health minister Mansukh Mandaviya visited the COVID-19 War Room in national capital Delhi and interacted with staff to mark the historic achievement. #WATCH Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya visits COVID19 War Room in Delhi, interacts with staff and distributes sweets to mark India achieving one billion COVID19 vaccinations. Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan also present pic.twitter.com/WlaTi76dJJ — ANI (@ANI) October 21, 2021 × India’s home minister Amit Shah also joined his peers and tweeted in Hindi saying, "I thank all the scientists, researchers and health workers who have contributed in this Mahayagya (feat) by overcoming many challenges and congratulate Modi ji who is determined for the safety and health of every person. Jai Hind!" इस ऐतिहासिक उपलब्धि पर पूरे देश को बधाई देता हूँ। अनेकों चुनौतियों को पार कर इस महायज्ञ में अपना योगदान देने वाले सभी वैज्ञानिकों, शोधकर्ताओं व स्वास्थ्यकर्मियों का आभार व हर व्यक्ति की सुरक्षा व स्वास्थ्य हेतु संकल्पित मोदी जी का अभिनन्दन करता हूँ। जय हिन्द! #VaccineCentury pic.twitter.com/YDB0fxlTJN — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 21, 2021 ×

‘Historic milestone’: PM Modi, world leaders congratulate India for administering one billion COVID-19 doses

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation during which the two leaders decided to establish a new 2+2 dialogue at the ministerial level comprising foreign and defence ministers from both countries.

Indian PM Modi & Russian Prez Putin speak over phone, agree to setting up 2+2 dialogue

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