Karnataka government drops chapter of RSS founder KB Hedgewar from school textbooks
The Karnataka cabinet has decided to remove the lessons of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) founder KB Hedgewar from the school textbooks, said state education minister Madhu Bangarappa on Thursday. He said that the supplementary textbooks will be provided with revised changes and clarified that new textbooks will not be printed. Read more
Avika Gor says she was replaced by Salman Khan Films in Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, Antim at last minute
Avika Gor, Indian film and television actor, best known for playing Anandi in Balika Vadhu in 2008-10, has opened up on being dropped last minute by Salman Khan Films from Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan and Antim. Read more
Alcohol, tobacco, betting: BCCI releases list of brand categories banned from being Indian cricket teams' title sponsor
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Wednesday, invited tender applications for Indian cricket teams' - men, women and age group teams - title sponsors. BCCI's contract with ed-tech company BYJU'S ended in the last financial year, effectively meaning, the Indian cricket teams are without a title sponsor currently. The effect of it did not seem noticeable in the World Test Championship final as in ICC tournaments, teams are not allowed to sport the title sponsor on their chest. That shifts to the right or left hand. In the case of Australia, they had the logo of their kit manufacturer Asics on the right arm while the logo of their title sponsors - Qantas Airlines - shifted to the left arm. But for India, they only had Adidas - their kit sponsor. Read more
Father's Day 2023: Mental health tips for single dads
Father's Day is typically observed on the third Sunday in June and although the exact date may vary, this year it will be marked on June 18 but it holds particular significance for single dads as it acknowledges and honours their unique role in raising children on their own. Single fathers often take on multiple responsibilities, serving as both nurturers and providers for their children and Father's Day is an opportunity to recognise and appreciate their dedication, love and sacrifice. Read more
{{/usCountry}}Father's Day is typically observed on the third Sunday in June and although the exact date may vary, this year it will be marked on June 18 but it holds particular significance for single dads as it acknowledges and honours their unique role in raising children on their own. Single fathers often take on multiple responsibilities, serving as both nurturers and providers for their children and Father's Day is an opportunity to recognise and appreciate their dedication, love and sacrifice. Read more
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