YouTube removes over 2.2 mn videos in India over community norm violation in Oct-Dec
New Delhi, Mar 26 (PTI) YouTube removed over 2.25 million videos in India between October and December 2023 for the violation of its community guidelines, with the country topping the list of video takedowns ahead of nations like the US and Russia. Singapore with 1,243,871 video takedowns ranked second on that list and the United […] Key Points
ThePrint'Community': See when and where to stream all six seasons of show and more
'Community' is coming to Peacock on April 1, offering all six seasons for streaming. Created by Dan Harmon, the show stood out for finding humor in unusual situations. The cast, including Donald Glover and Alison Brie, achieved significant success after the series. A 'Community' movie is also in development. Key Points
Economic Timescommunity Movie: All you may want to know about cast, plot, release window and more
The long-awaited community movie is officially in the works, with a script completion confirmation from Donald Glover. Despite uncertainties around cast members and the plot, fans are eager for its release, possibly in late 2024. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian Muslims need real leaders, not divisive ones. Pasmandas offer future-positive vision
Ashraf leaders seem indifferent to the concerns of Pasmanda Muslims. Instead, they exploit this marginalised group for electoral gains, trapping them in a narrative of perpetual victimhood. Key Points
ThePrintJarange-Patil announces indefinite hunger strike from 20 January, Shinde urges restraint
Jarange-Patil says hunger strike will be held at Azad Maidan in Mumbai, where he will be joined by 'crores' of Marathas. SC is set to hear Maratha reservation issue on 24 January. Key Points
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Pokemon Go Rowlet community Day in January 2024: This is what we know so far
Pokemon Go's January 2024 community Day stars Rowlet, offering boosted Shiny odds, exclusive moves, and bonuses. The event, on January 6 from 2 to 5 pm, features Frenzy Plant for Decidueye. Additional bonuses include extended item durations and 4-Star Raids with Dartrix until 10 pm. Prepare by stocking up on items and checking event-specific tasks. Key Points
Economic Times'Don’t want to hide my caste,' says Sharad Pawar after ‘fake’ caste certificate goes viral
Pawar's statement comes days after a purported certificate showing him as belonging to OBC category went viral on social media. NCP MP’s daughter Supriya Sule called it ‘fake.’ Key Points
ThePrintDon't want to hide my caste, haven't done politics using it, says Sharad Pawar
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Sharad Pawar responded to a viral OBC certificate, asserting he doesn't hide his caste and has never based his politics on it. His daughter, Supriya Sule, dismissed the document as fake. Pawar, from the Maratha community, expressed respect for OBC but emphasized addressing community issues without hiding his birth caste. Key Points
Economic TimesMaharashtra’s ruling allies spar over Kunbi caste certificates for Marathas as OBCs plan protest
NCP minister Bhujbal speaks against ‘backdoor entry’ for Marathas in OBC quota, drawing flak from Sena minister Desai. community leader says OBCs planning stir post-Diwali. Key Points
ThePrintRainbow Rishta review: A fine example of how much difference lived experiences can do to a narrative about LGBTQIA+
Rainbow Rishta, the docu-series by Vice Media soon to premiere on Amazon Prime Video explores queer love, sans the kid gloves treatment. This film was shown at the Jio Mami Mumbai Film Festival. Key Points
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Where will Shillong’s Dalit Sikhs go? The question at the heart of rift with Khasi
Mazhabi Sikhs came to Shillong in the 19th century. Now they are deemed outsiders crowding the city’s prime commercial area. Key Points
ThePrint3 dead in fresh violence in Manipur’s Bishnupur, houses burnt
At least three people were killed in fresh clashes that erupted in Manipur’s Bishnupur district late on Friday. Several houses in the area were also set on fire. Security forces are on the spot. Key Points
India TodayUK police launch hate crime inquiry after Sikh holy text damaged outside residence in Leeds
West Yorkshire Police said it received the report of the incident from a member of the local Sikh community on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Headingley area of the city on July 12. Key Points
FirstpostPM Modi to visit 11th century Al-Hakim Mosque in Egypt tomorrow — why this is significant
Al-Hakim mosque in Cairo was restored by Egyptian government in collaboration with the Dawoodi Bohra community, a loyal vote base of BJP in India. It was reopened to public in February. Key Points
ThePrintOnir calls out Bollywood for being homophobic: Who are they to narrate our stories when they don’t support us?
Filmmaker Onir shares that most hetrosexual filmmakers, trying to show queer community through their lens and homophobic. And they have no right to to decide what stories about us need to be told, if they can’t support the community when needed. | Bollywood Key Points
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Karnataka RSS worker posts cartoon showing Muslim women as 'baby-making factory', arrested
Police have arrested an RSS worker from Karnataka’s Raichur for putting up a WhatsApp status depicting Muslim women as "baby-making factory". The arrest was made after members of the Muslim community held a protest and filed a complaint. Key Points
India TodayPokemon GO community Day Schedule: See confirmed dates in June, July and August 2023
Pokemon GO fans, get ready to mark your calendars! Niantic has recently unveiled some significant dates for the highly anticipated community Days in June, July and August 2023. As the Season of Rising Heroes comes to a close in May, trainers are eagerly awaiting what lies ahead. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy traditional BJP supporters Lingayats voted for Congress
Congress won 37 seats out of 46 Lingayat candidates fielded in Karnataka, in comparison to 13 in 2018 polls. This is its second highest tally of Lingayat MLAs since 1989 when the party had recorded a landslide victory under the communitys stalwart Veerendra Patil. That year, Congress won 178 seats, with Lingayats bagging 44. In contrast, only 15 Lingayats from BJP secured victory, though it fielded 69 candidates from the community. Key Points
Economic TimesBSP MP meets PM, draws his attention towards works done in Amroha
BSP MP Kunwar Danish Ali met PM Modi and discussed development works in his constituency and issues related to the welfare of Muslims. He also highlighted the need for addressing key issues associated with the Muslim community to make them a massive human resource for India's growth. Additionally, he drew attention to the problems faced by residents in Amroha and urged for the construction of a railway line, passport processing center, high court bench, and institutes like IIT and AIIMS in west UP. Key Points
Hindustan TimesYediyurappa defends removal of 4% Muslim quota as stir continues
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader BS Yediyurappa on Thursday defended the withdrawal of 4% reservation to Muslims in Karnataka. Whereas, the Muslim community continued to protest against the government’s decision. | Bengaluru News Key Points
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Christians demand national-level panel to redress ‘targeted violence
The community will send a memorandum to President Murmu, asking for remedy; U.P., Chattisgarh, M.P., Uttarakhand, Karnataka and Jharkhand are the worst-hit Key Points
The HinduWill Manipur unrest die down? Will Amit Shah’s visit bring about a change?
The recent violence in Manipur has so far claimed the lives of nearly 100 people. Scores of others have lost their houses, while schools and churches in the state have been arsoned. Home Minister Amit Shah, who visited Manipur after 27 days of unrest, held several peace talks and has assured of restoring peace in the state soon. Key Points
India TodayMihir Bhoj statue row: Amid Rajput threat to oppose BJP, Khattar govt sets up panel to 'examine history'
Panel will 'examine historical facts' about 9th century emperor who is claimed by both Rajputs & Gujjars. Statue unveiled in July had inscription referring to the king as a ‘Gurjar’. Key Points
ThePrintSindhis, Jains, Yadavs and Muslims of Indore avoiding courts, going for mediation first
We did not expect that so many cases would start coming so soon after the center opened in June. Out of the 56 cases, we have disposed of 12, says the Sindhi mediation centre chief. Key Points
ThePrintNo breakthrough in talks between BJP and Kshatriyas
Kshatriya community demands Pashottam Rupala's removal from BJP's candidate list due to controversial comments. Stalemate persists despite apologies, with community leaders vowing not to negotiate further. Key Points
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Pokemon Go Porygon community Day Classic: This is what we know
Niantic announces Porygon as the featured Pokémon for Pokemon Go's January 2024 community Day Classic. Trainers can enjoy increased Porygon spawns, exclusive moves, and event bonuses. Key Points
Economic TimesClimate of violence: Let’s not normalise what is happening in Canada, says Jaishankar
Addressing a press conference in Washington DC on Friday, S Jaishankar said, “...Our point is that there is today a climate of violence, an atmosphere of intimidation...Just think about it. We have had smoke bombs thrown at the mission. We have had our consulates…violence in front of them. Individuals have been targeted and intimidated. There are posters put up about people”. Key Points
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