Hardik Pandya is one of the most talented all-rounders of the present times and he has given such superb performances that some cricket fans have even called him next Kapil Dev, the legendary Indian cricketer under whose captaincy the Indian team won its first World Cup in 1983.

However, Hardik Pandya has also attracted some controversies including the one which happened after he appeared in the talk show Koffee With Karan and in the recent times, he has been in the center of controversy due to his fitness. The Gujarat cricketer who has played all his IPL matches for Mumbai Indians hasn’t been retained by the franchise as there is a big question mark on his fitness and his capability to bowl even four overs in a match.

What makes Hardik Pandya different from all other cricketers is the fact that he is pretty honest when he is asked about choosing cricket over other career options. While other cricketers usually say that cricket is their passion and they would not have been able to do anything else in their lives, Hardik clearly says that money is the first priority and he played cricket because he needed money to secure the future of his family.

As per Hardik Pandya, money kept him motivated to play good game and he used to travel in Gujarat for playing local tournament just for few hundred bucks. He left school while he was in class 9 as he was not interested in studies and a big break came in his life when he was noticed by Mumbai Indians scouts while he was taking part in 2013-14 Syed Mushtaq Ali Tournament. While he was signed by the franchise for Rs. 10 lakh in 2015, his latest IPL fee was Rs. 11 crore.

Hardik Pandya states that if cricket had not been so lucrative as it is at the moment, he would have preferred to work at the petrol pump because his first priority is his family.

Hardik Pandya also gets slammed for his lavish lifestyle and there are many who say that there should not be this much money in cricket. Pandya’s answer to such people is that money is good and he is the best example to prove this as he would have been working on petrol pump but money changed his life completely.

Well, money is a very important part of our lives and no one can deny that. Agree?

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There is no denying the fact that women’s safety is of utmost priority for the government and many steps have been taken by the government in this regard but still some incidents take place which indicate that a lot still needs to be done in this matter.

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Recently, a woman took to the micro-blogging site Twitter and narrated a horrible incident which took place with her and how she dealt with the risk of getting kidnapped. The name of the woman is Nishtha Paliwal who is from Gurgaon, Haryana and in a series of tweets, she narrated the whole incident which took place in Sec 22 of Gurgaon.

Nishtha who is a communications specialist as per her profile wrote that at around 12:30 pm, she boarded an autorickshaw from Sec 22 which is just 7 mins away from her home. She wrote that she told the driver who was listening to spiritual music that she would pay online as she was out of cash with which he had no problem.

Nishtha further wrote that they reached a T point from where the driver should have taken right to reach her home but the driver took left and when she asked him about it, instead of answering he started shouting the God’s name in loud voice. Nishtha also questioned him a loud voice and patted on his left shoulder at least 8-10 times but he didn’t respond and increase the speed which was around 35-40 km/h at that time.

She was not able to think what to do other than jumping from the moving auto which was quite risky but she told herself that it’s better to get your bones broken rather than getting kidnapped. Nishtha jumped out of the moving auto and in one of the tweets, she wrote that she had no idea from where she got that much courage but luckily she did not suffer any injury.

Here are the tweets which were made by Nishtha:

I told auto driver that I will do paytm as I don’t have cash and looking at his setup which looked like he drives for Uber, I thought he will be pretty much okay with that. He agreed and I sat in the auto. He was listening to devotional music at a reasonable volume (2/8)

— Nishtha (@nishtha_paliwal) December 20, 2021

I shouted literally – ‘bhaiya, mera sector right me tha aap left me kyu leke ja rahe ho.' He didn’t respond & kept taking god’s name at reasonably high pitch. I hit him 8-10 times on his left shoulder but nothing. The only thought that came to my mind – jump out (4/8)

— Nishtha (@nishtha_paliwal) December 20, 2021

I am quite amazed I didn’t get hurt at all, just a little bit pain on my right shin. By god’s grace, I am fine. I started walking towards my sector, looking back again and again, scared to death that he might come back. I got an e rickshaw to my home then. (6/8)

— Nishtha (@nishtha_paliwal) December 20, 2021

Writing this post for everyone out there. So that we all are aware and cautious, and it doesn’t happen with anyone else. At least, we don’t have to jump out of moving vehicles risking our lives. Hoping for a safe future (8/8) @gurgaonpolice @mlkhattar @DC_Gurugram @cdgurugram

— Nishtha (@nishtha_paliwal) December 20, 2021

She has also informed her followers that she has registered an FIR in Palam Vihar station, Gurgaon, and Jitender Yadav, a police official, has assured her that they will trace the driver. However as Nishtha hasn’t noted down the number of the auto, police will need to use CCTV footages to catch the driver.

Quick update: Visited Palam Vihar police station. SHO Shri Jitender Yadav himself assured that we will trace the person. Really good response from his team. Hoping we come to the conclusion soon. Thanks @gurgaonpolice @mlkhattar @DC_Gurugram

— Nishtha (@nishtha_paliwal) December 21, 2021

We request our readers to be careful and alert and don’t forget to note down the number of the autorickshaw and cab which they board for their own safety.

More power to you Nishtha Paliwal and all other such who show courage to fight for them and deal with an odd situation rather than giving up which may lead to any mishap.

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The controversy which started as Virat-Rohit rift turned into Virat-BCCI (Sourav Ganguly) rift after Virat Kohli made some explosive statements in the virtual press conference which he carried out before the departure of the Indian cricket team to South Africa. Now a former Indian pacer has added another angle to it and if we go by his opinion, Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri had taken things completely in their control and they were doing whatever they wanted.

If you remember, the former Indian cricketer MS Dhoni was appointed as the mentor of the Indian squad which was selected to play the ICC T20 World Cup 2021. While very few former cricketers and experts questioned the appointment of MS Dhoni as the mentor when the team already had a coach and a skipper as well, the Indian cricket fans were pretty happy seeing their favourite cricketer once again in the blue jersey. The BCCI President Sourav Ganguly and Secretary Jay Shah said that MS Dhoni’s track record in the ICC tournaments is awesome and his wisdom and knowledge will be of great help to the team.

However, the former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan made a controversial statement during a debate on a news channel as he said that the BCCI brought in Dhoni in order to bring a balance as the general feeling was that the duo of Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri were handling all the matters as per their will and they were selecting whom they wanted. Atul Wassan also alleged that Virat and Ravi were controlling the Indian cricket completely because of which the BCCI had to rope in the former skipper.

In regard to the captaincy saga, Atul Wassan states that the selectors have done the right thing by appointing Rohit Sharma as the skipper of the Indian ODI team. He also talks about the controversy related to Kohli’s removal from the captaincy and says that once a cricketer plays a lot of cricket and he is given the status of demi-God by his fans, he starts expecting special treatment and this thing really needs to change. Atul Wassan also says that a player should not expect much from the board and whenever he is asked to do something or is told something, they have to accept it.

As far as the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 is concerned, India had a very disappointing campaign as it lost its first two matches against Pakistan and New Zealand and the Indian team was not even able to qualify for the semi-finals.

Virat Kohli is presently in South Africa with the Indian team where it is slated to play 3-match test series against South Africa starting December 26 and many experts feel that Kohli’s career as a test captain will also depend a lot on his personal and team’s performance in South Africa.

What is your take with regard to Atul Wassan’s statement? Share with us.

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The whole world was forced to remain indoors for the majority of time in the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however condition has improved considerably now and people have once again started travelling and exploring beautiful destinations. People mostly like to travel hill stations or coastal areas so that they can have fun on sea-side and as the government has also given the permission for adventure sports, many people are having a great time by indulging in these activities.

However, there are many points which need to be taken care of by the adventure sports operators in regard to the quality of the equipments used by them and the safety of their clients. Taking precautionary measures is of utmost importance in such sports because there can be a risk to the life of the client if something goes wrong. Alibaug, a small coastal town in Maharashtra which is pretty famous for its beaches, is presently making headlines for all the wrong reasons because two women fell into the ocean while they were enjoying the parasailing activity as the rope suddenly broke.

Though they fell from the height of about 100 metres, luckily no casualty took place as they were wearing life jackets.

Here is the video of the incident:

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It is being said that the women belong to a family in Saki Naka and they came to Alibaug to enjoy their vacations. The video of the incident has gone viral and many online users have slammed the operators for not being serious about the condition and quality of their equipment because of which such incidents take place. In addition, there were many who wanted the government to prohibit such sports because they were of the opinion that the infrastructure for them is not properly developed in India.

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There is no denying the fact that operators are liable in such a scenario and strict action should be taken against them for such carelessness and it should also serve as a lesson for other operators. The government should also enforce strict rules and regulations for adventure sports and their operators so that no person faces the risk of losing life.

What do you have to say about the incident? Share your views.

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New Jersey is a state that is filled with loads of places to go when you are heading out on a first date with someone special, or when you are keeping the romance alive with a spouse.

If you recently met someone online or you were introduced by a friend, it can be a little hard figuring out what to do, but if you have a list of go-to places in mind, the entire planning process can be a lot easier. To help you get started, here is a shortlist of some of the best ways to go on a date in NJ.

Spend Time at the Shore

There are many beaches in NJ that you can choose from. So, depending on where you are located, you and your date might be able to select one that isn’t too far from home. Spending time on the sand and taking in the fresh air and beautiful views can be a wonderful way to connect and get to know one another.

Let’s say that you met someone on Laredo personals and you want to dig into who they really are, where they have been, and what their dreams of the future are. When relaxing by the shoreline, you’re sure to enjoy some great conversation. And when you are ready for some fun, you can walk along the boardwalk, play some games, and eat some yummy food too.

Go for a Hike Together

In addition to fabulous beaches, New Jersey also boasts plenty of incredible hiking trails and lovely gardens that you and your date can explore. Whether you want to walk along a level trail to enjoy the forest and the sound of birds or you are ready to challenge yourselves with a hike to the top of a mountain that has breathtaking views, this can be yet another fun way to enjoy a first date.

This can be an especially good choice if you are both active people who love spending time in the great outdoors and aren’t afraid of testing your strength and stamina. Just select a hiking trail, pack some food and supplies, and head off early in the day so you can spend many hours together.

Go Gambling or See a Show in Atlantic City

One of the top attractions in New Jersey is Atlantic City, so if you are in the area or you want to plan a day trip there for your date, it is definitely worth considering this location. Once there, you can enjoy delicious food at one of the many restaurants, you can buy tickets to see a fantastic show, or you can try your luck at the casino with some gambling. Plus, even if you don’t have a lot of time to plan out your date in advance, don’t worry, as you are likely going to find it easy to figure it all out once you arrive.

It is clear to see that New Jersey has a lot to offer to those who are looking for love. From quiet gardens and hiking trails to theaters and bustling cities, there really is something for every couple. Whether you have recently met on Utica personals or you have been in a relationship for a long time, planning the perfect date doesn’t require a lot of effort with so many options to choose from.

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas who is also addressed as PeeCee by her fans has become one of the most sought after actresses in both the movie industries – Bollywood and Hollywood because of her superb acting and wonderful performances. Though she was a big star in Bollywood when she went to Hollywood 10 years ago yet her stardom was of no benefit to her while searching for work in Hollywood.

Priyanka Chopra who has given some really big hits in the recent past such as “A Kid Like Jake”, “Isn’t it Romantic”, “Baywatch”, “We can be Heroes”, etc. gave an interview to a leading daily recently in which she talked about the struggles faced by her and also about the lack of opportunities for the South Asian actors.

As per Desi Girl of Bollywood, the south Asian actors have to fight a lot or try hard to get lead or important roles in big Hollywood commercial movies and this can be understood by the fact that she has been in Hollywood for almost 10 years but it is now she is playing the roles which she always wanted to. She adds that the south Asians are almost one-fifth of the world population but their presence in the English entertainment world is pretty less.

The 39 years old actress further says that she really hopes she can share the responsibility of creating opportunities for the south Asian actors, however she had to work very hard for getting opportunities for herself. Priyanka says that other than her, there are few south Asian actors such as Aziz Ansari, Riz Ahmed, Mindy Kaling, etc. who have worked pretty hard and kicked the door to open and made their demand to have a seat on the table. She further says that though their demand of getting a seat on the table still remains unfulfilled, they have at least stuck their foot in the door.

Talking about her own struggles, she said that it was very hard for her to convince the moviemakers that she had the capability to play lead and important roles because people were not aware of her stardom in Bollywood and she had to walk in as a new actor who wanted to prove herself.

Priyanka Chopra also opened up on the controversy that erupted some time ago about her divorce with Nick Jonas as she removed Jonas from her Instagram username. The “Aitraaz” actress asked the social media users to just chill as she only wanted her username to match with her Twitter username but it really amuses her that such small things are taken in a big manner on the virtual world.

Well PeeCee’s fans who might be worried about her relationship and marriage can now relax because she is not getting divorced.

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Every time we hear or read about a company or a country implementing 4-day a week work, we wonder when the Indian citizens will also get the chance of working 4 days a week and will have an extended weekend. Well, this dream may become reality soon, most probably by the beginning of the year 2022 as the Indian government is all set to implement four new labour codes in regard to the wages, industrial relations, occupational safety and social security.

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Under these new codes, some changes may be expected in relation to working hours, number of working days in a week and also in the take-home salary of the employees.

In the scenario of these codes getting implemented from the next year, the Indian employees will also work 4 days a week in comparison to the present 5 days a week system. However, the daily working hours will also increase to 12 hours from 8 hours as the labour ministry is in no mood to reduce the weekly working hours which is 48 hours per week as of now. One big change that will also come is the take-home pay of the employees which will get reduced and the firms will have to bear the liability of higher provident fund.

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As per the experts who are studying these new proposed laws, there will be a significant change in the manner in which the calculation of basic pay and provident fund is done. While the central government has finalized the new labour laws from their side, they are waiting for the state governments to frame regulations on their part as labour is a concurrent subject.

Hopefully, these new labour laws will bring something to cheer for us as in the last two years, people have already suffered a lot due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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