Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has petitioned the Supreme Court against the Election Commission's special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, alleging it disenfranchises millions, particularly migrant and poor voters, at the behest of the BJP. Moitra claims the process violates constitutional provisions and the Representation of People's Act, citing new document requirements that exclude common IDs.
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Hina Khan, known for her role in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, is battling stage three breast cancer and recently married Rocky Jaiswal. Due to her cancer diagnosis and subsequent hair loss, Hina revealed she had to discard many expired hair-care products. She expressed regret over the waste but acknowledged learning a valuable lesson about prioritizing health.
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