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Chapal Rani: The man who became one of Indias greatest stage queens
In Bengal, the form flourished in jatra – a rural, open-air spectacle of music, myth and melodrama that often rivalled cinema in reach, though not in rewards. Rooted in epic and devotional storytelling, it played out on all-sided stages, driven by heightened voice, gesture and costume.
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Germany Requires Military Clearance for Men Under 45 Seeking Extended Stays Abroad
Berlin — April 4, 2026Germany has introduced a sweeping new military service regulation requiring all men under the age of 45 to obtain formal approval from the Bundeswehr before spending more than three months outside the country.The measure, part of a broader overhaul of national defence legislation, reflects growing security anxieties across Europe amid the…
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MEP Rima Hassan Accuses French Authorities of “Judicial Harassment” Over Pro-Palestinian Stance
Paris French-Palestinian Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan has hit back at authorities pursuing legal action against her, accusing them of politically motivated “judicial harassment.” Speaking alongside her lawyer at a press conference, she stated: “I am being targeted simply because of my political views.”The 33-year-old La France Insoumise (LFI) politician was held for…
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Hollywood Stars Condemn US–Iran Escalation, Demand Diplomacy
Washington/Los Angeles As US–Iran tensions escalated sharply, Hollywood rallied in rare political unison. Mark Ruffalo urged his millions of followers to reject military action, stating: “War never solves anything — our leaders must choose peace.” Ben Stiller called the standoff “unnecessary and dangerous,” with his post shared hundreds of thousands of times globally.Over fifty entertainers…
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Indian Analyst Admits in FT: Pakistan Outmanoeuvres India on Diplomatic Front
London/IslamabadIn a striking acknowledgement published in the prestigious British newspaper Financial Times, Indian defence analyst Sushant Singh has conceded that Pakistan has secured a commanding diplomatic position that represents a significant setback for New Delhi.In his analytical piece, Singh wrote that Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the United States and Iran, while…
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PNS Khyber Commissioned Into Pakistan Navy, Bolstering Maritime Capabilities
Karachi —In a significant boost to Pakistan’s naval strength, the second PNS Khyber was formally inducted into the Pakistan Navy in a commissioning ceremony held today. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf presided over the event, reaffirming the country’s commitment to developing a modern and capable maritime force.Addressing the ceremony, Admiral Naveed Ashraf stated…
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Pakistan Mulls Early Market Closures, Smart Lockdown Amid Energy Crisis Fears
IslamabadAs tensions in the Middle East cast a shadow over global energy supplies, Pakistan’s federal government is seriously considering early closure of markets and a nationwide “smart lockdown” as preemptive measures to manage a potential energy crisis.Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik disclosed in a private television programme that a high-level meeting, chaired by…
