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Kerala state secretary of the Communist Party of India (CPI), Kanam Rajendran, passed away at the age of 73 at a private hospital in Kochi, said an official on Friday. He had been undergoing diabetes treatment for three months. Reports said his leg was amputated after infection. He had taken a three-month leave from the party due to illness. Kanam Rajendran has been the state secretary of the party since 2015. Born in 1950 at Koottickal in Kerala’s Kottayam, the leader kicked off his political career at a young age and became the state secretary of All India Youth Front…
The buzz on the range today was all about the Jon Rahm news that he is joining LIV Golf in 2024 and the realization that three players here at Abu Dhabi Golf Club will be playing next year in the same events as Jon and the likes of Dustin Johnson, Bryson DeChambeau, Patrick Reed, Anirban Lahiri and other world stars and personalities. There is certainly an awareness around the group that this is a special week and potentially life-changing for some of us. I arrived at around 9 am at the golf course, mindful that Round 1 was playing out…
One of the highlights of the TV deals online at the moment is being able to save $500 off the LG C3 55-inch OLED TV. Usually $1,800, it’s down to $1,300 when you buy direct from LG, so you’re saving a considerable amount here. A highly regarded TV in many ways, it’s sure to be a big hit for anyone who wants to kit out their living room with a great TV. Not sure if it’s the one for you? Take a look at what we have to say about it below. Why you should buy the LG C3 55-inch…
Religious lessons in sustainability rang out of mosques across the UAE during the Friday sermon that stressed the importance of going green. Preachers gave examples on sustainable living and preserving resources as detailed in the holy Quran and from the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). As mandated by Islam, sermons precede the afternoon congregational prayer on Fridays called Juma. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As the UAE hosts the climate change conference COP28, worshippers who went to mosques for Juma were told that human beings are entrusted with the earth to protect…
Nearly half a million Afghans who were living in Pakistan without valid documents have returned home in just over two months as part of an ongoing crackdown on foreigners in the country without papers, the caretaker interior minister said on Friday. The expulsions are part of a nationwide crackdown by the government in Islamabad that started two months ago. Pakistan insists the campaign is not against Afghans specifically, though they make up most of the foreigners in the country. Pakistan has long hosted about 1.7 million Afghans, most of whom fled during the 1979-1989 Soviet occupation. In addition, more than…
“Sam Esmail’s Leave the World Behind could have been 20 minutes shorter, but it’s still an entertaining, well-acted thriller about two families trapped in a horrifying situation.” Pros Mahershala Ali’s grounded, scene-stealing performance Sam Esmail’s ambitious directorial style A pitch-perfect ending Cons Several underbaked third-act moments Numerous unconvincing CGI animals and effects A runtime that’s 20 minutes too long Leave the World Behind never makes the predictable choice. From its opening scene, which climaxes with one of America’s most beloved actresses declaring her outright hatred of most people, to its tense final act, the Sam Esmail-directed thriller gets a real…
In a shocking incident, nine newborn babies died within 24 hours at Murshidabad Medical College Hospital in the eastern Indian state of West Bengal. The tragic incident has sparked public outrage. According to authorities, the babies were shifted from the SNCU (special newborn care unit) at Jangipur Sub-Divisional Hospital to Murshidabad Medical College due to lack of proper facilities. The sudden influx of patients put immense strain on the already overloaded medical college, contributing to the unfortunate deaths, they said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. “Nine children have died in the last…
The Liverpool star was named on a three-man candidate list for the 2023 prize with Achraf Hakimi and Victor Osimhen Mohamed Salah will aim for a hat trick of African player of the year awards after being named on a three-man candidate list for the 2023 prize with Achraf Hakimi and Victor Osimhen on Thursday. There was no space for two past award winners, Sadio Mané and Riyad Mahrez, who moved this year to play for clubs in Saudi Arabia. For the women’s award, record five-time winner Asisat Oshoala is competing with Thembi Kgatlana and Barbra Banda. The Confederation of…
MOTN Abu Dhabi is Now Open for 24 Days of Thrilling Fun, Food, Live Entertainment and Memorable Moments for Everyone Nancy Ajram, the region’s beloved superstar, to take the stage on 9 December Visitors of all ages are invited to enjoy the outdoors with immersive experiences, culinary adventures and live entertainment every day until 31 December Visit www.motn.ae for the full schedule of activities and get your tickets on ticketmaster.ae Abu Dhabi, UAE, 8 December 2023: The wait is over, and the gates are officially open for MOTN Abu Dhabi until 31 December. The region’s ultimate family entertainment festival invites…
With an endless array of “free” phone offers, discounted rates, and new customer giveaways, have you ever wondered how much a free phone truly costs? Most carriers claim they’re giving them to you, offering you an incredible deal and huge savings, but that’s not the reality. To remove the veil, Visible has teamed up with Marques Brownlee (aka MKBHD) to uncover how these offers fudge the numbers. They bake the full cost of the device into your monthly plan by charging you more and tying you to the wireless carrier’s most expensive plans. They also reel you in by cementing…