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Guyana diaries: Bhojpuri nights, ubiquitous Hindu temples & booming economy
Guyana exudes a strong sense of Indianness that resonates deeply with visitors from India, particularly noticeable in Georgetown, its capital and the only English-speaking country in South America. The Providence Cricket Stadium greets visitors with a prominent "Bhojpuri Nights" banner, reflecting the cultural blend. Nearby, ISKCON stands as one of Georgetown's largest temples, underscoring the presence of Indian culture. Renowned eateries like the one owned by former West Indies cricketer Ramnaresh Sarwan offer a taste of familiar cuisine.
Gorakhpur Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Ravi Kishan vs Kajal Nishad, who's winning?
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Ravi Kishan emerged victorious in Gorakhpur with a substantial vote margin. The constituency, with a total of 20,97,202 voters, is witnessing a competitive race in the upcoming 2024 polls.
Third Eye: Chinese action plan in India, Actor-politician gives her best shot, PM Modi keeps a keen eye on first few rows
Chinese ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has been actively promoting clean energy partnerships between India and China since assuming office, filling a position vacant since 2022. Rumors suggest a senior Chinese official may visit India after the new government forms, ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit. Meanwhile, Bhojpuri actress and SP's Gorakhpur candidate, Kaajal Nishad, emotionally appealed to voters from her Nishad community in a video, urging them to support her.
Gorakhpur Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 7: Constituency to vote on June 1; Check key candidates and other details
Gorakhpur, an important constituency, sees tough competition between BJP and Samajwadi Party. Key figures include Yogi Adityanath, ECI, and Ravi Kishan Shukla. Lok Sabha polls 2024 will feature Narendra Modi and Rajnath Singh as candidates from Uttar Pradesh.
Star wars: Bhojpuri actors faceoff in BJP fortress Gorakhpur
Ttwo Bhojpuri filmstars from BJP and SP are contesting for the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha seat. BJP's Ravi Kishan faces SP's Kajal Nishad. There are 13 candidates in total. Kishan touts his film success and ties to PM Narendra Modi and and UP CM Yogi Adityanath, while Nishad emphasises local roots. The BJP aims to retain the seat.
Gorakhpur goes to polls: In Yogi's stronghold, actor-turned-politician Ravi Kishan fights Bhojpuri actress Kajal Nishad
Over the past decade, particularly during the last seven years under the Yogi government, there has been a significant decrease in the crime rate, and the district has undergone a transformation with numerous development initiatives.
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Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh gives new twist to battle of Kushwahas in Karakat
Karakat in south Bihar, known for its Leftist leanings, has seen a unique political battle between the Kushwaha and Kurmi castes. The area was once a stronghold of the Triveni Sangh, a grouping of Yadavs, Kurmis, and Kushwahas. The Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of RJD, Congress, and Left parties, has been keeping an eye on the Kushwaha vote by giving seven community tickets in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
Samajwadi Party faces tough challenge against BJP in Azamgarh; eyes to regain its bastion
The Azamgarh Lok Sabha constituency, one of the 80 parliamentary constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, falls under the General category. Azamgarh constituency comprises five Legislative Assembly segments: Gopalpur, Sagri, Mubarakpur, Azamgarh, and Mehnagar (SC).
SP goes all out to regain 'real fortress' Azamgarh from BJP
Azamgarh is indeed known as a political platform for SP to spread its foothold in eastern UP. But BJP grabbed it from SP in the June 2022 byelections after Akhilesh resigned as Lok Sabha MP from here following his win in the state assembly elections.
BJP expels Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh for taking fight against NDA in Lok Sabha elections
Bihar Elections 2024: BJP has expelled Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh for contesting Lok Sabha elections as an independent against NDA's candidate. Singh announced his decision to run from Karakat constituency, where Upendra Kushwaha is NDA's candidate. Union Minister R K Singh called for action against Singh, stating anyone contesting against NDA opposes Modi-led alliance.
Now, Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh's mother files nomination from Karakat
Pratima Devi files Independent nomination for Karakat. Speculations on Singh's BJP membership and disciplinary action. Upendra Kushwaha, NDA candidate, faces Singh who turned down BJP ticket. Singh lobbied with opposition parties, including RJD. Rajaram Singh from CPI(M-L) Liberation contests in the polls on June 1.
Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh to contest as independent from Bihar's Karakat, BJP tightlipped
Pawan Singh, a Bhojpuri singer, opts for independent Bihar nomination over BJP's West Bengal offer, drawing controversy. Samrat Chaudhary and R K Singh comment on his decision, highlighting the significance of loyalty in the upcoming polls.
Why NDA silent over demand for official language status to Bhojpuri, asks CPI(ML) Liberation
CPI (ML) Liberation candidates from Arrah and Karakat Lok Sabha seats and party workers in other parliamentary constituencies are raising the demand during the poll campaign, he said. Its Dumron MLA Ajit Kumar Singh said the party demands immediate inclusion of Bhojpuri in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution so that it gets official language status.
Amrita Pandey suicide: Bhojpuri actress found dead under mysterious circumstances after sharing cryptic WhatsApp status
Amrita Pandey's sudden death in her Bhagalpur apartment has shaken the entertainment world and her fans. She was found hanging, prompting investigations. Before her demise, she posted a cryptic message on WhatsApp, raising concerns. Amrita, known for her work in Hindi films and TV, had recently married and struggled with depression and career challenges.
Pawan Singh to contest Lok Sabha elections from Bihar's Karakat
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pawan Singh wrote, "“Mata Gurutara Bhumeru” means mother is heavier than this land and I had promised my mother that I will contest the elections this time. I have decided that I will contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Karakat, Bihar. Hail mother Goddess."
Bhojpuri stars glow outside Bihar in LS polls, none fielded from Bihar
In the run-up to Lok Sabha polls, there was a lot of buzz around Pawan Singh, a native of Arrah, entering the fray. He got a ticket, but, surprisingly, from West Bengal, and withdrew from the contest following a controversy. Speculations are rife that internet sensation Neha Singh Rathore would get a Congress ticket ever since she attended a number of party events, including Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'.
Gayle, AB de Villiers for English, Ravi Kishan for Bhojpuri: JioCinema's star-studded commentary panel for IPL 2024
JioCinema's expert panel for IPL 2024 includes cricket legends like Virender Sehwag, Shane Watson, and Mike Hesson, providing fans with insights and commentary in 12 languages.
Bhojpuri Singer Pawan Singh takes a U-turn, says will contest Lok Sabha polls to fulfill promise made to people, mother
Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh, who was fielded by BJP from West Bengal's Asansol for upcoming Lok Sabha elections, has announced that he will contest the elections. This comes after Pawan had earlier stated that he would not be able to participate in the elections from Asansol. In a tweet, Pawan said, 'I will contest elections to fulfill the promise made to people.'
National Creators Award: From Bhojpuri-speaking Drew Hicks to Ranveer Allahabadia & Bauaa, here is the full award list
National Creators award: The award function also saw awards being given to creators like Jahnvi Singh, Kabita Singh, Pankhti Pandey, Keerthika Govindasamy, Maithili Thakur, Gaurav Chaudhary, Ankit Baiyanpuria, Naman Deshmukh, and Kamiya Jani. The National Creators Award aims to recognize excellence in storytelling, social change advocacy, environmental sustainability, education, and gaming.
Who is Drew Hicks? The Bhojpuri-speaking American YouTuber honoured with National Creators Award by PM Modi
American content creator Drew Hicks was honoured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the National Creators Award ceremony in New Delhi. Known for his fluency in Hindi and Bhojpuri, Hicks has garnered a significant following on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. His upbringing in India, particularly in Varanasi and Patna, contributed to his deep connection to the culture.
Krushna Abhishek reveals his 'Comedy Circus' paycheck, says being Govinda's nephew helped him
Krushna Abhishek recently disclosed his staggering earnings during his stint on 'Comedy Circus'. Revealing his financial motivations, he admitted signing up for the show primarily for the hefty paycheck. Additionally, Abhishek's familial ties to Bollywood icon Govinda added to his allure on the show. Despite his television success, Abhishek also ventured into Bhojpuri cinema, commanding a similar fee.
Bhojpuri filmstar Ravi Kishan gets a ticket from Gorakhpur in BJP's first list. Here's all you need to know
Bhojpuri star Ravi Kishan has been given a Lok Sabha ticket from the Gorakhpur constituency by the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), a party that has previously lost the Gorakhpur seat to the SP in 2018. Kishan, who joined the BJP in 2017, won the crucial Gorakhpur seat in 2019 by a margin of 3 lakh votes over Ram Bhuwal Nishad of the Samajwadi Party (SP).
Time would tell: Pawan Singh on contesting Lok Sabha polls
Bhojpuri actor-singer Pawan Singh, who was supposed to be the BJP candidate from Asansol in West Bengal, has said that "time would tell" if he will contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Singh met with BJP president JP Nadda and refused to answer questions about his decision to withdraw his candidature.
Who are the Bhojpuri stars fielded by BJP in upcoming Lok Sabha polls
The BJP has announced its first list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, including prominent leaders and Bhojpuri stars. The list includes PM Modi from Varanasi and Amit Shah from Gandhinagar. The party has fielded four Bhojpuri actors, including Manoj Tiwari, Ravi Kishan, Dinesh Lal Yadav alias Nirahua, and Pawan Singh, in key constituencies. The BJP has also announced candidates for various seats across different states, replacing 33 sitting MPs with new faces.
How foreign content creators are creating desi videos in hindi, bhojpuri & malyalam
In the digital age, foreign content creators are embracing Indian languages to connect with a large audience. Japanese YouTuber Mayo studied Hindi and now has 3 million subscribers on YouTube. South Korean creator Charlie gained fame for his Hindi and Bhojpuri speaking skills. American content creator Aparna Mulberry teaches Malayalam and promotes cross-cultural understanding. Nigerian comedian Agu Stanley learned Hindi to connect with locals.
Amitabh Bachchan's Bhojpuri message for Elon Musk after Twitter returns his blue tick
Thrilled to get his blue tick back, Amitabh Bachchan dedicated the 1994 famous song 'Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast' from 'Mohra', starring Raveena Tandon and Akshay Kumar, to Musk.
IPL Bhojpuri commentary steals the show. This is what happened
The masses declared IPL's Bhojpuri commentary a winner, and Twitter was flooded with reactions and memes, highlighting the widespread appreciation for the move.
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