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WorldPhoto: News18 HindiOn the last day of Durga Puja, married women perform the Sindoor Khela ritual, a special tradition in the Bengali community before Durga Visarjan. On Vijayadashami, women apply sindoor to each other and pray for eternal marital bliss. The ritual also includes placing betel leaves on the face and performing the dhunuchi dance, adding religious significance and festive joy.
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EntertainmentPhoto: News18The remaining dates of late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala’s 'Signed to God' hologram world tour in Canada and the US have been postponed due to protests in Punjab following the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, announced the decision, emphasizing 'Punjab comes first' and apologizing to fans. Toronto and Vancouver shows were sold out; Calgary and US dates are on hold.
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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI EntertainmentMichael Douglas revealed he wants his Marvel character, Dr. Hank Pym, to be written off the films. Despite enjoying working with co-stars, he feels ready to leave the role. Legal issues prevented the character's exit after the second film. Douglas also discussed challenges of Marvel projects, though he appreciates advances in green screen technology.
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BusinessPhoto: Mint MarketsAnand Rathi has started coverage on Nykaa shares with a 'buy' rating and a target price of ₹400, valuing the stock at 50 times FY29e EBITDA. The brokerage highlights Nykaa's strong FY26 recovery, reaching about $1 billion revenue, driven by growth in Beauty and Personal Care and improved fashion segment economics. They expect Nykaa to trade at a premium to retail peers due to its growth potential and margin expansion.
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EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentBollywood actor Tiger Shroff was shot at in Mumbai's Juhu area, raising concerns about celebrity safety. Actor Rakesh Bedi, a friend of Tiger's father Jackie Shroff, expressed shock and urged government action to restore confidence in the film industry. Bedi speculated the attack might involve extortion or ideological reasons, noting both Jackie and Tiger are non-controversial figures.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18 HindiUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India and will have a special meeting with India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar. The discussions are expected to focus on issues related to the interests of both India and the United States. Rubio will also answer exclusive questions from Network18's Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi during the visit.
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Photo: News18 HindiOn the last day of Durga Puja, married women perform the Sindoor Khela ritual, a special tradition in the Bengali community before Durga Visarjan. On Vijayadashami, women apply sindoor to each other and pray for eternal marital bliss. The ritual also includes placing betel leaves on the face and performing the dhunuchi dance, adding religious significance and festive joy.
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