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Gandhi image on beer cans in Russia, Putin urged to interfere

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 17 (UNI) The use of Mahatma Gandhi’s image on beer cans and bottles by a Russian-based 'Rewort Brewery' has courted controversy as Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russian Ambassador in India Denis Alipov have been urged to take up the matter with the liquor manufacturer.
In a letter to the Russian authorities, Eby J Jos, Chairman of Mahatma Gandhi National Foundation, has termed the act of Rewort Brewery using a photo and signature of Mahatma Gandhi to sell their products as disrespectful, insulting and improper conduct from the company side.
Demanding immediate steps to remove Gandhi's derogatory images from liquor bottles and websites, he said "As a man who had taken a sringe stand against alcohol, Mahatma Gandhi's name and image on beer bottles is certainly inappropriate and downright deplorable. Its advertisements are still displayed in your country."
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BJP leaders condemn suspension of 18 party MLAs from Assembly

21 Mar 2025 | 8:22 PM

Bengaluru, Mar 21 (UNI) BJP leaders on Friday criticised the Congress government in Karnataka after 18 of its MLAs were suspended for 6 months and forcibly removed from the Assembly.

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18 BJP MLAs suspended from Karnataka Assembly for 6 months for 'disrespecting' Speaker

18 BJP MLAs suspended from Karnataka Assembly for 6 months for 'disrespecting' Speaker

21 Mar 2025 | 8:21 PM

Bengaluru, Mar 21 (UNI) As many as 18 BJP MLAs were suspended from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly for a period of six months on Friday following unruly protests over alleged honey-trapping attempts targeting legislators.

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TN: Rowdy-sheeter hacked to death by gang in revenge killing

21 Mar 2025 | 8:16 PM

Sivaganga, Mar 21 (UNI) A 23-year-old rowdy-sheeter was hacked to death by a gang in a revenge killing at Karaikudi in Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu on Friday.

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Minister Konda Surekha stresses forest conservation on World Forest Day

21 Mar 2025 | 8:10 PM

Hyderabad, Mar 21 (UNI) On the occasion of World Forest Day, Minister for Forests and Environment Konda Surekha emphasised the vital role of forests in sustaining the ecosystem and called for collective efforts in their preservation.

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Karnataka Speaker, Cong defend BJP MLAs suspension

21 Mar 2025 | 8:07 PM

Bengaluru, Mar 21 (UNI) The suspension of 18 BJP MLAs from the Karnataka Assembly for six months has triggered sharp reactions, with Speaker UT Khader defending his decision and Congress leaders calling it necessary to maintain order, while the opposition termed it a "shameful day for democracy."
The Speaker on Friday asserted that his decision was in accordance with the Constitution and dismissed the opposition’s allegations.

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