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DK Shivakumar, Karnataka Congress chief booked for throwing Rs 500 notesOn April 04, 2023, Tuesday, the Mandya Court charged the Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar for allegedly throwing

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On April 04, 2023, Tuesday, the Mandya Court charged the Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar for allegedly throwing currency notes of Rs 500 during the Praja Dhwani Yatra in Mandya. On March 28, when the yatra was near Bevinahalli in Srirangapatna, Shivkumar was seen throwing Rs 500 notes at the artists performing in the rally. 

 

After this incident took place, the EC (Election Commission) filed a complaint based on which a non-cognisable offence was filed against DK Shivakumar. After this, the Congress leader was booked at the direction of a local court by Mandya rural police. Earlier on March 29, DK Shivkumar had expressed his confidence in the Congress’s preparedness for the Assembly elections. 

 

“Congress is all ready for the elections, we want this government to be dismissed. As soon as this government is dismissed, it will be better for the state and the whole nation. This election will be development-oriented and for a state and country free of corruption,” Shivkumar told the media. Hitting out at the BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party), the state Congress chief alleged that the party is “compromising corruption” in Karnataka. 

 

DK Shivkumar also said, “This election will be a model because corruption is at its peak. PM Modi has motivated corruption and did not open his mouth against wrongs. He did not take action against his party leaders. Just for the sake of the party, he has been compromising a plethora of corrupt activities. The BJP never provided the youth with any employment, however, our party will ensure to do so.” 

 

Karnataka has 224 seats in the Assembly and currently out of those there are 119 MLAs of the ruling BJP while the Congress has 75 and its ally JD (s) has 28 seats with them. On March 29, 2023, the Election Commission put out the schedule for the Karnataka Assembly elections. The polling will be taking place in a single phase on May 10 and the counting of the same will be done on May 13. 

Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai says no question of Congress returning to power

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On Monday, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai commented that the question of Congress party coming back to power in the state is insignificant. Thus, they will be prepared to bring back the reservation provided by the BJP. “Congress party senior leaders expressed the idea that they will reverse the reservation which we have released. There is no question of them coming to the government. The Congress can’t displace the reservation as they will never take control of the power in the Karnataka state,” he said. 

 

CM Bommai has further added, condemned Rajdeep Singh Surjewala for his comment shared on Twitter, and said, “I want to directly convey to Dalit and lower strata people that they (Congress) are anti-Dalits, anti-poor, they are trembling. Their tweets clearly reflect that they are anti-Vokkaliga and anti-Lingayat, it has a clear intention and shows the real face of Congress.”

 

In recent times, the Karnataka government carried out a major change in the state reservation plan by rearranging subcategories in the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category and presenting new sub-groups in the Scheduled Castes list. In plenty of changes, the Bommai led-government of  Karnataka discontinued the 4% quota in Category 2(B) meant for the Muslim community, accumulating the quantum of quota in two other subcategories by 2% each. The Karnataka authority also added for the first time, four subcategories to the Scheduled Castes list in the state. 

 

He stated that in the coming days, there will be a high-level state core committee meeting. Bommai also emphasized that no one is disappointed, all major surveys indicate that the ruling government will repeat the next term. There are competitions to get the BJP ticket, that’s the courage of our party’s strength. Currently sitting CM Basavaraj Bommai also expresses his ambition to fill the nomination form from his hometown of Shiggaon in the Haveri district in the forthcoming Karnataka assembly elections. 

 

President Droupadi Murmu, PM Modi and other BJP leaders extend wishes on occasion of Mahavir Jayanti

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Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India extended heartfelt wishes on the occasion of Lord Mahavira on April 4th, 2023, Tuesday, and highlighted that he gave the path to building a harmonious, prosperous, and peaceful society. Droupadi Murmu, president of India encouraged the people to follow Lord Mahavira’s path of compassion, non-violence, and truthfulness while extending warm wishes to the Jain community. 

 

“Today is a special day when we remember the honourable values of Lord Mahavir. He showed the path to building a prosperous, peaceful, and harmonious society. We hope to serve others and also bring positive differences towards the lives of the downtrodden and poor” PM Modi expressed in a tweet. The President, Droupadi Murmu also took to Twitter and said “I whole-heartedly congratulate all the countrymen and especially the Jain community. All countrymen should practice the path of non-violence and peace as well as take a pledge towards compassion for animals and protect nature.” 

 

Union Minister, Amit Shah also greeted the countrymen on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. The president of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) JP Nadda also extended warm wishes saying that Lord Mahavir’s aesthetic sacrifice and his teachings will always inspire us to serve humanity by following the path of religion. The teachings of Lord Mahavir have strengthened the non-violence, harmony and most important spirit of peace in the society, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The name of Vardhaman was given to Mahavir in his childhood days to mark his birth anniversary which is celebrated as Mahavir Jayanti. 

 

The occasion of Mahavir Jayanti is a momentous festival for the community of Jain, in India as well as across the globe. Other names for the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir Sage are Vardhamana and Mahavir Janma Kalyanak. Lord Mahavir was known as the 24th and final Tirthankara of Jainism. Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated with rituals like praying at Jain temples, processions, singing hymns adoring Lord Mahvir, fasting to purify the soul and body, charity, cultural programs, and lectures by religious leaders and scholars.  

The evolution of mobile gaming apps in gambling

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Mobile gambling has undergone significant developments throughout its history. The widespread adoption of mobile phones, particularly after the launch of the first iPhone, revolutionized the gaming industry. In 2007, Apple introduced its initial mobile device, prompting more and more casino players to switch to portable wireless gaming.

 

Playing casinos and other games on handheld devices through smartphone gaming is a new and more convenient approach.

 

Undeniably, smartphone gaming has been gaining popularity each year. However, what factors contribute to the increasing appeal of mobile gambling compared to other betting methods? Additionally, what risks are associated with the many advantages of mobile gambling? 

This research by 24betting company delves into the origins of mobile gambling, its current state, and our predictions for its future.

 

Development of mobile gambling

 

In 1994, Microgaming established the first-ever online casino, which sparked interest among operators and software developers. Online gambling quickly gained popularity and proved to be profitable, leading to its growth.

 

Similar to how online casinos replaced traditional, mobile gambling has now surpassed its predecessors. Mobile gaming encompasses playing games of chance or skill on a mobile device, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. It includes video games, casino games, and various other applications, both through mobile applications and browser-based games.

 

To become a mobile gambler, all one has to do is access a casino site through their preferred mobile browser. In recent years, the mobile gaming industry has also grown significantly, generating $7.5 billion in the App Store and Google Play in October 2021 alone. 

 

Historically, European and American gamblers led the way in mobile gaming, but with the onset of the 2020s, Asia has also embraced mobile gambling. After all, the mobile gaming business generates the most revenue of all types of gambling.

 

A common question is whether to play online casinos through mobile apps or browsers. However, personal choice is important, and casino applications have certain benefits.

Aspect

Offline Gambling

Desktop Gambling

Mobile Gambling

Access

Requires physical presence at a casino or betting shop

Accessible from anywhere with a computer and an internet connection

Accessible from anywhere with a smartphone or tablet and an internet connection

Convenience

Less convenient due to travel time and location constraints

Convenient, but not as portable as mobile gambling

It is more practical since it may be accessed at any time and from any location

Game Variety

Limited by physical space and resources

Provides a diverse selection of games, including video slots, table games, and live dealer games

Similar to desktop gambling, with access to most of the same games

Graphics and Performance

Limited by physical machines and equipment

Superior graphics and performance on desktop computers

Advanced graphics and smooth performance on modern mobile devices

Security

Relatively secure due to physical presence and surveillance in casinos and betting shops

Generally considered more secure than mobile gambling due to better security measures and fewer risks of malware

Secure, but requires caution when using public Wi-Fi or downloading apps from untrusted sources

 

Casino apps are now developed using HTML5 instead of Flash, allowing them to perform seamlessly on iOS and Android devices. Gambling operators invest significant money in developing casino apps, which often pays off.

 

Mobile gaming apps in gambling

 

As smartphones and mobile devices became more advanced, mobile gaming apps began to emerge, offering users a more convenient and immersive gambling experience.

 

Another significant development in the evolution of mobile gaming apps was the introduction of live dealer games. 

Real dealers and actual equipment are used in live games to give a more immersive and realistic gaming experience. With the help of mobile gaming apps, players can now access live dealer games from anywhere, making them a popular choice among mobile gamers.

 

Mobile gaming apps have also seen significant improvements in user interfaces and design, making them more intuitive and user-friendly. As a result, developers are continually working to improve the performance and reliability of mobile gaming apps, ensuring that players can enjoy a smooth and seamless experience when playing their favorite games.

 

For instance, the advanced 24betting App has the following features:

  1. User-friendly interface for easy navigation
  2. Real-time statistics to keep users updated on their progress
  3. Data-saving features to optimize mobile data usage
  4. Quick and easy log-in with instant content download
  5. Live alerts to notify users of important updates.
  6. Multilingual support to cater to users from different regions
  7. Access to all available bonuses and promotions
  8. All bonuses and promotions are accessible
  9. Easy deposit and withdrawal options

 

Overall, the evolution of mobile gaming apps in gambling has allowed players to access their favorite games from anywhere at any time, making the gambling experience more convenient and accessible than ever before.

As technology advances, mobile gaming apps will likely continue to evolve, offering players even more immersive and engaging experiences.

 

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Bhutan King commences 3-day visits to India, review bilateral discussions

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On April 3rd, 2023, Monday, Bhutan King Jigme Wangchuk is all set to commence his 3-day visit to India. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the Bhutan king will be accompanied by Bhutan’s Foreign Minister Dr. Tandi Dorji, and other senior officials are invited by Droupadi Murmu, President of India. Both countries will review their bilateral cooperation and discuss it and further advance the bilateral partnership, during his visit. He will be holding a  talk with President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, and External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar during his visits to India. 

 

The President of India said while welcoming the delegation that we extremely value the complex and unique friendship between both the countries. She further added that this year Bhutan would graduate from the Least Developed Countries (LCD) and embark on the path of becoming a High Income Economy by the year 2034. The revised Bilateral Agreement on commerce, transit, and trade between the two countries came into effect in 2017 and would be valid for the next 10 years. The basic framework of India-Bhutan relations was signed in 1949 and was renewed in February 2007 between them.  

 

The visit of Bhutan King Jigme Wangchuk will give a chance to India and Bhutan to evaluate their whole range of bilateral cooperation as both of them have a special bond of friendship and cooperation which is defined by their mutual trust and understanding. His visit is in keeping with the long-standing tradition of regular high-level exchanges between the countries and had nothing to do with the recent controversy in the media of India over the remark attributed to Bhutan PM Lotay Tshering that China has an equal say in resolving the Doklam tri-junction dispute. 

 

India continues to be a primary source of investment as well as it has been a top trading partner to Bhutan. The government of India formalised the beginning of 7 new trade routes from Bhutan’s bilateral and transit trade in the year 2022, November. Some new market access was also provided for allowing the formal export of 12 agri-products from Bhutan to India as well as several exceptions for export are also provided. Since the early 1960s, India has been increasing economic assistance towards Bhutan’s socio-economic development when Bhutan launched its Five Year Plan. 

 

India assisted Bhutan with INR 4500 crore for various multi-sectoral project-tied assistance, Direct Budgetary Support, and small development projects for the 12th five year plan. The unique relationship between the two countries has been maintained by a custom of frequent high-level exchanges between India and Bhutan. It has been observed that some of the high-profile visits will be made by the prominent individuals, such as Foreign Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the year 2019, 2022 April and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the year 2019 August.

Fresh incident of stone pelting occurs in Hooghly during the BJP’s Shobha Yatra

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On April 2nd, 2023, Sunday, a fresh incident of violence erupted in West Bengal’s Hooghly district during the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)’s Shobha Yatra. This incident of stone pelting took place just two days after Howrah witnessed incidents of violence during the Ram Navami celebrations. A similar clash was also reported earlier this week between the two communities. The national vice president of BJP also participated in the Ram Navami’s Shobha Yatra, and the visuals of the procession show people running for safety amid stone-pelting. 

 

“During the Shobha Yatra of BJP, stones were pelted on childrens and women. State government is taking no such actions even after the Howrah violence. Vehicles are being vandalised and stones are being pelted during the Shobha Yatra” claimed Dilip Ghosh, BJP leader.  West Bengal minister Shashi Panja mentioned that “Violence and arson take place whenever BJP organises any rally. The same thing happened today, during the rally of BJP which was pre-planned by Dilip Ghosh. This has become their tradition. The act of communal riots have increased under the BJP regime, and our party completely condemns this act of BJP”.

 

The government of West Bengal handed over the probe to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) following the violence during the Ram Navami celebrations in Howrah on Friday. A special team led by Sunil Choudhary, Inspector General of Police had already initiated the investigation. Sukanta Majumdar has written a letter to Union Home Minister, Amit Shah and has requested for immediate help in the state. According to some TV reports, BJP MLA Biman Ghosh was also injured during the stone pelting. The State has witnessed several clashes between the two communities since the beginning of the Hindu festival ‘Ram Navami.’ 

 

Internet services are suspended in West Bengal’s Hooghly by the government in order to avert after free ruckus and stone pelting erupted during the BJP Shobha Yatra at Rishra. Mamta Banerjee appealed to the people of Hindu and Muslim communities to maintain peace, law and order as she admitted that it was a failure of the police and assured that strict actions will be taken in this regard. The Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee appealed to the people of both the communities, Hindu and Muslim to maintain peace, law and order in the area as she also admitted that it was a failure on the part of the police and assured that strict actions will be taken in this regard. The compensation will be given by the state government to the people who got affected in the stone pelting incident and vandalism of their shops and houses, as announced by the Trinamool Congress. 

 

Rahul Gandhi to leave for Guajarat’s Surat after being disqualified as MP

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Congress leader and former Lok Sabha MP Rahul Gandhi will be seen in Surat, Gujarat in order to file an appeal in sessions court against a lower court order that found him guilty of criminal defamation for his notoriously unpopular remark- “all thieves have Modi surnames.” March 24th was the day Gandhi was found guilty of misusing the surname and namecalling the PM, the leader was charged with defamation by the entire Modi community, which was initially filed by BJP MLA Purnesh Modi (the ex-Congress president who was disqualified from Lok Sabha). 

 

After a few days, Gandhi was asked to vacate his official residence on April 22 in New Delhi which was given to him as an entitled MP.  While campaigning for Lok Sabha elections, Gandhi made remarks in April 2019 in Karnataka’s Kolar saying PM Modi was equal to law offenders like Nirav Modi and Lalit Modi. 

 

The Congress has accused PM Modi of targeting Rahul Gandhi because he has been raising questions about the link between Modi and Gautam Adani, after which BJP has said that the court is doing its job on the matter. 

 

Rahul Gandhi was sentenced to 2-year in jail for his transgression but was suspended for a month for him to appeal against the order. Meanwhile, if the conviction is not toppled, the political leader will be disqualified from participating or running for elections for the upcoming 8 years. On the other hand, congress supporters are seen protesting in front of the Surat court where Gandhi will file his appeal today. 

 

CMs who are accompanying Gandhi to the court are Ashok Gehlot (Rajasthan), Bhupesh Baghel (Chattisgarh) and Sukhvinder Sukhi (Himachal Pradesh) and some other leaders.  

From being a contestant to being a judge – Chef Jaspreet Singh Devgun

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With passing time and on going struggles, chafe jaspreet singh devgun is being impressive by the roles he plays.
From being a chef, to a content writer, entrepreneur, public speaker and now a judge.

Recently department of entrepreneurship skills and department of hotel management of lovely professional university organized a culinary competition for students of 1st and 2nd year.

 

Around 50 teams participated in the competition. So the program started with a talk session from chef jaspreet singh devgun where he talked about his journey and motivated students for their future endeavors. Students were to keen to know about his ups and downs. Also the students interacted with chef jaspreet singh devgun to clarify their queries about the industry.

 

After talk session, chef jaspreet singh devgun demonstrated his signature dish “Shahi Tukda Cake” Which is an Indo-western fusion small serve dessert.

 

Participants had to replicate Chef jaspreet Singh’s Shahi Tukda cake. Participants too were amazing with their efforts. To conclude, we would say For students of lovely professional university, chef jaspreet singh was inspiring as entrepreneur, teacher as chef, guiding light as a judge.

 

Chef jaspreet singh leaves no stones unturned for creating an impression in all the roles he plays.

UNIMO Universe of Moms Celebrates Women Empowerment and Honors Achievers at 7th Rangoli Awards

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Mumbai, India – UNIMO Universe of Moms, the world’s largest community of mothers with over 502,000 members, recently hosted the 7th edition of the Rangoli Awards to celebrate women empowerment and felicitate extraordinary achievers. The event took place at the prestigious Hyatt Hotel in Juhu, Mumbai, and was attended by several luminaries, including Abhijeet Sawant, DJ Hardik, Hitesh Kanabar, Dr Rinky Kapoor, and Komal Kare Joshi.

 

Neha Kare Kanabar, the founder of UNIMO Universe of Moms, organized the Rangoli Awards ceremony, which recognized 31 women achievers with extraordinary stories. Out of the 320 applications received, 80 finalists were chosen. The event was a networking extravaganza, featuring enriching mentoring sessions, felicitations, and a breathtaking opportunity to network overlooking the Arabian Sea. The mentor sessions were conducted by subject experts Bhavesh Kothari, Bandita Patro, Akshada Bharade, and Ishna Batra.

 

Abhijeet Sawant was particularly honored as the REAL INDIAN IDOL by the UNIMO community, which has 22 hyperlocal chapters worldwide, including MUMO Mumbai Moms in Mumbai and INMO Indore Moms in Indore, among others. UNIMO actively engages on FB, WhatsApp, and IG and is looking to connect with ambitious women leaders who wish to take franchisee of UNIMO and be a part of this vibrant community in their own city.

 

UNIMO Universe of Moms started nine years ago with a mission of celebrating women who have lost their identity in the journey of motherhood, stressing over the importance of mothers and their “me” time. The community has created a sustainable impact by conducting more than 700 online/offline events to support and network. They have driven more than 51 social causes, adopted a village, and supported the livelihood of other moms. UNIMO is a meta-certified community with over 5 lakh registered mothers, and they are present on FB, IG, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp. Their tagline, “Ek break to banta hai,” highlights the importance of mothers and their me-time.

 

Brands targeting mothers as their key demographic have found UNIMO to be a very effective social media amplification platform. UNIMO also organizes physical meet-ups outside the virtual chatter to bring mothers together, giving them a well-deserved break online and offline.

 

The Rangoli Awards ceremony is yet another example of UNIMO’s commitment to promoting women empowerment and celebrating the achievements of extraordinary women. The organization has just launched UNIMO 2.0, aimed at taking things to the next level, with a new tagline, “Mere Paas Maa Hai,” resonating deeply with mothers who find solace in a supportive community.

 

Joining the community is easy – simply scan the code and become a part of the vibrant ecosystem. Alternatively, interested individuals can contact UNIMO Universe of Moms directly through their official channels.

 

Stones Thrown at two Ram Navami Processions in Gujarat’s Vadodara

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Stones were hurled at a Ram Navami procession on March 30th, 2023, Thursday in the Fatehpura area of Gujarat’s Vadodara city. The officials mentioned, more than 22 people have been caught for allegedly pelting stones during a procession in the Fatehpura area and some people were injured in one of the incidents. Panjirgar mohalla was the first place where the stone pelting incident took place in the afternoon and Kumbharwada was the second place where the incident took place in the evening. 

 

Manoj Ninama, Joint CP, Vadodara said while talking to the media “Area domination and combining operations underway. Around 200 police personnel have been deployed. So far, 22 people have been detained in connection to the incident.” “Stones were pelted in Vadodara during the Ram Navami procession. Around 15-17, people have been caught and with the help of CCTV the accused are being identified,” said Harsh Sanghavi, Gujarat Home Minister. 

  

The procession on the occasion of Ram Navami, which took place in the Panjrigar mohalla had been organised by the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), while the other procession took place had been organised by the local residents of Kumbharwada. Manisha Vakil, Local BJP MLA was also a part of the procession which came under attack in Kumbharwada. A chariot carrying a Ram Idol was pulled away to a safe location, on the other hand, the videos of the people showed that they are running for shelter after the incident of stone hurling took place. Meanwhile, some vehicles got damaged but no one was injured in the whole incident and the procession passed ahead along its planned route under the police’s protection.

 

During the Ram Navami Procession, some anti-social elements tried to hurl stones. Police took prompt action as well as handled the matter very well. All the processions have been completed peacefully, Commissioner CP, Vadodara, Shamsher Singh said. He further added that Patrolling is being done, so far, they have detained more than 20 people and the police will take strict action against them. The incident of stone pelting occurred during the ‘Ram Navami Shobha Yatra’ in Vadodara. Also, the clashes were reported from Maharashtra Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar where a mob pelted stones and bottles filled with petrol at the temple which sparked violence and left 12 people injured including 10 policemen.