opposition ipl chennai grows farmers counsel disorderly matches

Over the past week, Tamil Nadu has been witnessing massive protests over the Centre's alleged failure to form the Cauvery Management Board. On Thursday, thousands of workers from opposition parties storm Kamaraj Salai, which faces Chennai's Marina Beach to make their annoyance with the AIADMK and the BJP clear.

But just minutes away from the agitation, at the MA Chidambaram stadium preparations have been underway in full rock for the first equal of the Chennai Super Kings on home ground. With even practice sessions of the team witness a full house, the ticket prices have been notched up to a minimum of Rs 1300 for the upcoming games. While the suspended team will come back to the IPL with its first match adjacent to the Mumbai Indians on Saturday, CSK’s first home game will be against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 10.

But just days ahead of this exceedingly anticipated event, opposition parties and farmer groups in Tami Nadu have united to demand that all IPL matches in Chennai be cancelled.

The clarion call against the group had so far emerged from smaller political parties such as Dravidar Viduthalai Kazhagam, Tamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK), Viduthalai Thamizh Puligal Katchi, Thamizhar Vidiyal Katchi and Social Democratic Party of India.

But on Friday, DMK working President MK Stalin and Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam chief TTV Dhinakaran sanctioned the idea of boycotting the IPL as well.

Talking to the media, after the all-party meeting, Stalin diplomatically said, "As far as we are concerned, we are not saying it shouldn't happen. Those who are conduct it should realise the feelings of the people."

TTV Dhinakaran, meanwhile, did not hash words. In a tweet addressing the people of Tamil Nadu, he said, "Till the voice of farmers in the formation of the Cauvery Management Board gets stronger, I ask fans to boycott IPL matches."

TVK too had to be had a similar narrative. Its leader Panruti T Velmurugan said, “In order to condemn the Centre which shows no regard for the livelihood and the identity of the Tamils, we request that IPL should not take situate here – at a time when Tamilians are bursting with anger. If the BCCI conducts the IPL here, and the Tamil Nadu government and the Tamil Nadu police support it, then all those who eat the food produced by farmers will buy tickets and go inside the stadium and protest in a democratic way. Tamil Nadu government, BCCI and the IPL management be supposed to not push us to that level. If all our notifications on this matter are ignored, we are ready to come to the streets (to protest).”

Organisers, however, claim that cricket has once again become a punching bag in a political fight.

"What does IPL have to do with the Cauvery issue?" asks IPL Chairman Rajeev Shukla. "We also feel like the Cauvery dispute to be sorted out but why damage IPL for that? This is not a government event, it is conducted by the BCCI. It can't become a punching bag each time a problem arises," he adds.

When TNM contacted planter association over this proposed boycott, they expressed their support and questioned the need for celebration after the 'state is in mourning'.

"This boycott is being call for in order to make it clear to the Centre that Tamil Nadu is in mourning," says PK Deivasigamani, TN Farmers Association.

But how is the Centre in anyway connected to the Indian Premier confederation which is conducted by the BCCI?

"We agree that it is not coupled but this is more of a symbolic gesture to show that Tamil Nadu is focussed on the Cauvery issue and has no time for entertainment," says the farmer leader. "When farmers are suffering without water, how can populace want to go watch these matches?" he asks.

And what if the match, which have already been scheduled are conducted?

"We will go there and create problems. What will they do if 500 people run into the ground? There will definitely be uproar," he warns.

Political analyst RK Radhakrishnan says it is only natural for political parties to stipulate that the state not allow the competition to be conducted.

"In 2009, the IPL was shift out of India due to security concerns as it clashed with the general election. The same argument holds now, as protests are erupting everyday over the Cauvery issue. Deployment of police will be a matter of concern," says the analyst. "While it may seem like parties are attempting to politicise the matter, the reality is that the state is not in the bad temper for this kind of celebration when farmers are going to put up with this summer," he adds.

But can the matches be stopped now?

"No, the planning is done and not to a great extent can be done now. That is unless, there is some incidence of violence," he explains.

Political tensions in India often spill on to its cricket pitches. This was witnessed when matches between Sri Lanka and India or Pakistan and India were cancelled. Radhakrishnan, on the other hand, denies that this demand falls under the same bracket.

An example that do fall within the same arena is from Maharashtra in 2016. Following a water crisis in Latur, protests from the populace of the state led to some match being shifted out from Maharashtra.

Padmaavat new promos leaked Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor

• ⧭Two new promos of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmaavat were leaked online on Friday, January 19, just six days prior to its release in theatres on January 25.
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• ⧬The promos have taken social media by storm with their breathtaking action sequences, larger-than-life screenplay and cinematography, powerful dialogues and brilliant performances from lead actors Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor.
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• ⧫The first leaked promo of Padmaavat focuses entirely on Deepika, where she is seen portraying the role of Rani Padmini delivering some hard-hitting lines which will keep you hooked to the computer screens.
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• ⦽In the second promo, Ranveer Singh aka Alauddin Khilji is seen at his menacing best and there's no harm in saying this is possibly the best we have seen from the Bajirao actor till date. His performance will keep you on the edge of your seats.
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• ⧭Shahid Kapoor too packs a punch with his portrayal of Maharawal Ratan Singh. But unfortunately, his character is yet again underplayed, which seems quite unfair for an actor who has proved his calibre in movies like Udta Punjab and Haider.
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• 🔺The leaked promos may have further raised the level of excitement among fans, but it can also be considered as a wake-up call for the makers to safeguard their film from getting leaked before it hits the theatres on the planned date.
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• 🔺Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's order to lift the ban on Padmaavat in four states — Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh — has irked the Rajput Karni Sena, who have now stated that they will not allow Bhansali to shoot in Rajasthan ever again.
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• 🔝The fringe group has reportedly banned the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Prasoon Joshi as well from entering Rajasthan. Joshi is scheduled to participate in the upcoming edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival.

Best Herbs that help you control your Diabetes

⧭Diabetes, though being a non communicable disease, is one of the most challenging health problems in today’s era. World Health Organization, (WHO) gives an alarming data, stating that 342 million people worldwide have diabetes, of which more than 80 per cent live in low and middle income countries.

⧭Diabetics take insulin injections and medicines to control their glucose levels. But there are many who believe in herbal cure also. Dr. Virendra Sodhi, first Ayurvedic and Naturopathic physician from USA, in his research topic ‘Sugar’ mentions about certain herbs, which are beneficial for diabetic patients.

⧬He says, for a diabetic patient, tight blood sugar control is highly important over time. Usually as the patient ages, the oral hypoglycemic drugs and insulin are not as effective in keeping blood sugars in normal ranges, thus creating many complications.”

⧬The herbs, Dr Sodhi talks about are: Gurmar (Gymnema sylvestre), Karela (Bitter Melon), Cinnamon (Dalchini), and Fenugreek (Methi). He explains that Gurmar regenerates Pancreas and Karela acts like insulin. About Cinnamon, he says, has shown to decrease serum glucose, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in various human studies.

⧪Apart from the herbs advised by Dr Sodhi, a UK based website dealing with diabetes, mentions some more herbs like-

⧬Aloe Vera- Some preliminary research suggests that consumption of aloe vera juice can help in improving blood glucose levels and may be useful in treating people with diabetes. But they are not hundred per cent sure about it.

⧪Ginger- Planta Medica, one of the leading international journals in the field of medicinal plants and natural products, published a report in August 2012, stating that ginger may improve long term blood sugar control for people with type 2 diabetes.

🔺Turmeric- It is said to have many healing properties, and now turmeric is also finding its place amongst herbs used to fight diabetes. Long back, researchers from the National Centre for Cell Science in India conducted a thorough study with the help of pancreatic cell from mice and found that turmeric helped pancreas from getting damaged. And it is a fact that pancreas produce insulin which helps in preventing diabetes.

🔺Garlic- It is thought to offer antioxidant properties and micro-circulatory effects, but very few studies have linked it with insulin and blood glucose level. It may cause the reduction in blood glucose, but data stating this is very limited.

🔝Holy Basil (Tulsi) - This herb occupies an important place in traditional ayurvedic practices. A controlled clinical trial showed a positive effect on postprandial and fasting glucose. Experts predict that herb could enhance the functioning of beta cells, which would further facilitate the insulin secretion process.

🔺Prickly-pear cactus- The plant grows in arid, dry condition. Natives of Mexican desert have used it in glucose control. But its validity is not confirmed and needs proper trail.

⧬There are many herbs present with some character to prevent or control diabetes, but in many cases, further research is required. Also not many of them assure of hundred per cent treatment.

🔻Dr. Suman Prakash, who practices in Connaught Place says, “Diabetes is an incurable disease, but still a lot can be done. As far as diet is concerned, we all take many herbs in our diet, but hardly find any result🔼🔼🔼🔼🔼🔼🔼🔼

Priyank's fans beat Arshi's publicist after he objects to 'teen hazar mein sone wali aurat

Bigg Boss 11 contestants Priyank Sharma and Arshi Khan have had frequent fights inside the house, and the two apparently cannot stand each other. look like these Bigg Boss 11 fights encompass now spilt into the world external too.

Arshi's publicist Flynn Remedios has alleged that some of Priyank's fans in Mumbai assaulted him. In an email to International Business Times India, Flynn said that he came crosswise some of Priyank's fans on the road, who attack him for curious them for making derogatory comments on Arshi.

It all happened on Monday at 10 pm at Lokhandwala when he heard four 20-something-year-olds started talking about Priyank and Arshi, using foul words, said Flynn.

"I was waiting external Infinity Mall at Lokhandwala for an auto rickshaw. Standing next to me were four youths who were smoking and very animatedly discuss Bigg Boss 11, and were talking about Priyank Sharma and Arshi Khan.

"When I hear the word Arshi Khan my curiosity was aroused and I stood there, pretending to hail an auto, all the while listening attentively to the four youth. They were discussing about using auto bots and fake accounts to trend a hashtag on Twitter to hold Priyank. They were also discussing how fake accounts on Facebook could be used to promote positive news associated to Priyank and downplay the other contestants. The only disgusting fact was that they were using very abusive words against Arshi Khan and Shilpa Shinde and at solitary stage one of them said 'woh toh teen hazar mein sone wali aurat hein' referring to Arshi Khan. This got my goat and I spontaneously lashed out at the four youth and screamed at them that they must not speak about a female using such derogatory and vulgar words," Flynn alleged in the email.

As soon as he introduce Arshi as his "daughter" to Priyank's fans, they allegedly attacked him mercilessly.

"They asked me who was Arshi Khan to me and I said 'she is my daughter'. Without any warning, the four pounced on me and started hitting me with punch and kicks. I was slapped, punched and kicked for about a minute. Fortunately, a Police van was passing by and I yelled POLICE. The adolescence turned, saw the police vehicle and ran towards Adarsh Nagar," Arshi's publicist said.

However, Flynn do not intend to file any police complaint alongside the attackers as he feels that filing case will take a lot of time, which he does not want to waste.

"I do not intend to file a police force complaint as it will be a huge waste of time. I have absolutely no idea who the youth are. What is very surprising is the fact, how they just pounced on me, when I said I was connected to Arshi Khan. Maybe they got infuriated since I had heard their entire discussion," he completed.

Still Together Nargis Fakhri Uday Chopra and Sushmita Sen-Ritik Bhasin

Nargis Fakhri and Uday Chopra's break-up and patch-up stories have become old news. They separated in June 2014 and this was thought to be the reason why Nargis wasn't involved in doing Bollywood movies.

The latest keep posted is that these two are back together. According to SpotboyE, Nargis is staying with Uday and his mother Pamela at Chopra's Juhu bungalow. at hand was a rumour in May this year that they had been spotted in concert in New York, but Nargis denied it on Twitter.

Several speculation were also made of their marriage, but the diva rubbish them all. Now, she is said to be with Uday again. What's cooking?

A source told the gateway: "Nargis often travels to the US But aajkal bahut aati jaati rehti hai and you can say that she has a new address in Mumbai."

The two look like they are through for each other and for sure, can't stay away from each other. However, the duo has not confirmed their liaison in public yet.

On the other offer, there's another couple that was recently in news for the alleged break-up. Sushmita Sen is reportedly dating Ritik Bhasin at present. But a few being ago, there were intelligence that the duo has called it quits.

However, the diva was spotted with Ritik at Sagarika Ghatge and Zaheer Khan's wedding reception, SpotboyE reported. It declared that the duo appeared together at the ritual and couldn't take their eyes off each other the complete time.

Ananya Pandey to star opposite Tiger Shroff In Student of the Year 2

Karan Johar has decided after much dilly dallying to cast Chunky Pandey’s pretty daughter Ananya in Student of the Year 2, the sequel of his hit 2012 film, reports DNA. It had been speculate for long that she was to make her Bollywood first appearance in his film.

The report add that after toying with the idea of casting Sridevi’s daughter Janhvi Kapoor and Saif and Amrita Singh’s offspring Sara Ali Khan, the Bollywood mega mogul finally zeroed in on Ananya.

“Saif and Amrita’s daughter Sara and Sridevi and Boney Kapoor’s daughter Janhvi were also considered for Student of the Year. But the idea was dropped. Chunky Pandey’s daughter Ananya has now been chosen,” a source was quoted as saying. She auditioned sooner than Karan and others last week, the report added. “Karan, Tiger Shroff and director Punit Malhotra were present at the audition where Ananya was asked to read out Alia’s lines from #Student Of #The #Year. And Ananya sailed through like a professional. Karan immediately decided to cast her.”

#Student Of The Year 2, which will be bound for by Punit Malhotra and produced by Karan, will star Tiger Shroff as the male lead. Earlier this month, Karan unveiled the first poster of the film, featuring Tiger.

Student of the Year 2 is the consequence to his 2012 romantic comedy starring Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra.

Chunky’s both kids are set to build their Bollywood debuts. A stunner, Ananya, has been manufacture heads turn for a while now and made her society debut on November 25 at the Le Bal in Paris.

Supreme Court Rejects "Padmavati" Ban, Rebukes Chief Ministers

For the third time this month, the Supreme Court turned down a demand to ban "Padmavati" and said, in a rebuke to Chief Ministers and others who have spoken out against the film, "those holding public offices should not observation on such issues."

The judges reiterated that it is the prerogative of the general censor board to review the film and make a decision on whether it is suitable for screening. 

"When the matter is pending the consideration of the CBFC (Censor Board of Film Certification) , how can persons share public offices comment on whether CBFC ought to issue certificate or not? That will prejudice the decision of the CBFC," the judges said.

Padmavati has been opposed by more than a few top politicians who say that the film cannot be allowed to "distort history" and upset the sentiments of Hindu groups. 

The 190-crore movie is directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali who has denied reports that the movie suggests a anecdote between Rajput warrior queen Padmini and Alauddin Khilji, the Delhi sultan who was obsessed with her beauty.  According to legend, the queen set herself on fire after her husband was killed in battle to ensure that Khilji would not imprison her.

The Karni Sena, a fringe group, has led the protests against the film and has threatened to harm Deepika Padukone who theater the lead role.

The Chief Ministers of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh have said they will not allow the movie to release even if it is vacant by the censor board.

Top union ministers have said Mr Bhansali should check with with opponents of the motion picture and historians to arrive at a description that is acceptable to them all.

virat kohli anushka dance like no ones watching at zaheer sagarika ghatges wedding

@Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's latest dance video will remind you of them shaking a leg at Yuvraj Singh and Hazel Keech's wedding.

And now they showed their moves at Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge's wedding reception on November 27The wedding reception saw attendance from celebrities like actors Sushmita Sen, Bina Kak, Arshad Warsi and his wife Maria Goretti. Sagarika's co-star from Chak De India, Chitrashi Rawat was present too.

Cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh, Virender Sehwag, Priyanka Chaudhary and Hazel Keech also attended the party.


#Virat and #Anushka's relationship is no more a secret. However, Virat has never hesitated to talk about it even though #Anushka is still not very #comfortable and has some inhibitions when it comes to talking about the affair.

During a recent episode of Breakfast With #hampions, Virat #opened up about #Anushka and said: "It's the magic of my lady luck. I didn't have any senses before, but ever since the lady has come into my life, she has taught me a lot of things. S#o, I have grown better in the last four years, all because of her.