SMC polls: 157 nominations rejected during scrutiny | Surat News

Surat: Scrutiny of nomination papers for the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) elections began on Monday, with leaders and party workers thronging election offices as officials examined candidates’ forms. Party representatives also lodged objections where they flagged discrepancies or misleading information.The Congress candidate from Ward 12 (Nanavat–Saiyedpura–Kubernagar–Mahidharpura) had his nomination rejected after an error in the…

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G Varalakshmi: The ‘Rowdy’ Actress Who Defied Convention and Stole the Show | Chennai News

Vamanan She could play the traditional heroine, a morally ambivalent protagonist, a breezy comedienne, an unrestrained seductress, or a supporting player with shades of grey. G Varalakshmi was an actress of remarkable range. Off-screen, however, she remained resolutely herself, a woman who lived by her passions, indifferent to social approval. That uncompromising persona earned labels…

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HC curb on Jawai constructions, tourism licences sparks livelihood fears | Jaipur News

Hotel construction outside leopard caves in Jawai, Rajasthan Jaipur: A Rajasthan High Court order banning new constructions and issuance of fresh tourism licences in the Jawai area of Pali district has triggered opposition from villagers, stakeholders and tourism operators, who say the move could severely hit the region’s economy and livelihood.The court’s directive mandates that…

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