Sangakkara Appreciated Middle Batting Order

Sri Lankan captain Kumara Sangakkara has appreciated the performance of middle batting order. He praised the performance and said that it was the temperament of middle order that had saved them in the semi final. Sangakkara said that the pressure of semi final was high but the batsmen respond in the right way.

JP Duminy Ready To Take His Middle Order Responsibility

South African middle order batsman JP Duminy said that he is looking forward to his responsibility in the middle order. He knows his responsibility to provide stability to the inning and he is quite ready to perform his job.

He batted at middle order position of South Africa and his batting ranges from 5 to 7 positions. He is also a good finisher of cricket game. He also performed well in the IPL last edition. His role as a middle order batsman is very important in the South African side. Once the opening order failed the responsibility falls on the middle order.

JP said that he is feeling well in the middle order for quite some time and he is not worrying about his form as he is feeling better while batting. South African middle order didn’t get any chance in the warm-up games but that looked clearly solid middle order.

He is confident that the middle order will proved good finisher for South African team as he want middle order to end the inning well. He said that Bangalore pitch is good for seamers and spinners so it will be difficult for batsman to play and adjust on the pitch. He showed his determination to play as rock solid and provide foundation for the team.

S.Africa’s cricket captain Kallis praises Pakistan

ABU DHABI: Stand-in South African captain Jacques Kallis said Pakistan deserved the credit for drawing the two-Test series on Wednesday.

“We put Pakistan under pressure in both the Tests, but Pakistan performed well and their cricket is looking positive,” said Kallis after the second Test ended in a draw, leaving the two-match series at 0-0.

The first Test also ended in stalemate in Dubai last week.

Set a daunting 354-run target in 82 overs, Pakistan were pegged back by South Africa with three wickets soon after lunch before Misbah-ul-Haq (58 not out) and Azhar Ali (28 not out) took them to safety.

Kallis said Pakistan — hit by spot-fixing scandal since their tour of England two months ago — showed a lot of guts.

“You have to give credit to Pakistan, under severe pressure they put big performances and showed that they have the determination

Obama arrives in India, controversy over Pakistan

MUMBAI: U.S. President Barack Obama paid tribute on Saturday to victims of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, but the first day of his visit to India ran into immediate controversy as he made no reference to Pakistan.

Pakistan-based militants killed 166 people in a 60-hour rampage through India’s financial hub, gunning down their victims at luxury hotels, a train station and a Jewish centre.

India says elements in the Pakistan state were behind the attacks.

“We visit here to send a very clear message,” Obama said after meeting victims’ families at the luxury sea-front Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the iconic landmark where TV images showing it in flames after battles between militants and commandos came to symbolise the massacre.

“In our determination to give our people a future of security and prosperity, the United States and India stand united.”

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Lava Kusa: How they animated it all?

Produced by Hyderabad based RVML animation, 2D animation film Lava Kusa: The Warrior Twins is playing in the theatres pan Indian, and has set new standards in 2D animation. The film’s makers claim of having 6, 00,000 sketches and 2000 BG paintings for the film.

Directed by Dhavala Satyam, Lava Kusa: The Warrior Twins, is the tale of two endearing twins Lava and Kusa (the sons of Lord Rama and Sita), growing up in the forest with their mother Sita and sage Valmiki. As young men, they pit their strength against Rama, the absentee father who has aggrieved their mother. This story from the Ramayan depicts the determination of the twins and the adventures they have as they journey towards their aim, getting their father to redress the wrongs he’s done to their mother.

In this exclusive case study, Bollywood Hungama brings you an in-depth making of the film courtesy, RVML studios, Hyderabad.

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COAS Kayani Orders Probe into Video Footage

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani Friday ordered an inquiry into an Internet video that shows men in military uniforms executing six young men in civilian clothes.

The COAS said in a statement that he has ordered setting up of a board of inquiry to establish the true identity of uniformed personnel and the veracity of the video footage.

‘The board will be headed by a Major General, a two star officer of Pakistan Army. He will be assisted by two / three senior officers with the experience of investigating into such incidents. Necessary technical expertise will be made available to the board’, the statement said.

General Kayani referred back to his Command Directive on the issues of Human Rights and Extra Judicial Killings, and stated that such violations of his orders, if true, will not be tolerated.

He categorically stated that it is not expected of a professional army to engage in excesses against the people whom it is trying to guard against the scourge of terrorism.

Expressing his determination to take strictest possible disciplinary action against the perpetrators, if identified to be soldiers of Pakistan Army, he termed the incident as unacceptable under any circumstances. He emphasized that Rules of Engagement (ROE) are sacrosanct.

He, however, cautioned against reaching hasty conclusions about involvement of Pakistan Army soldiers. He pointed out that in order to hide their identities, cause confusion and malign Pakistan Army; terrorists have previously been disguising themselves as Pakistan Army soldiers during a number of attacks including the one on GHQ.

General Kayani also directed commanders at all levels to be vigilant and follow the Army policy of zero tolerance in such cases in true letter and spirit.

The COAS said in a statement that he has ordered setting up of a board of inquiry to establish the true identity of uniformed personnel and the veracity of the video footage.’The board will be headed by a Major General, a two star officer of Pakistan Army. He will be assisted by two / three senior officers with the experience of investigating into such incidents. Necessary technical expertise will be made available to the board’, the statement said.General Kayani referred back to his Command Directive on the issues of Human Rights and Extra Judicial Killings, and stated that such violations of his orders, if true, will not be tolerated.He categorically stated that it is not expected of a professional army to engage in excesses against the people whom it is trying to guard against the scourge of terrorism.Expressing his determination to take strictest possible disciplinary action against the perpetrators, if identified to be soldiers of Pakistan Army, he termed the incident as unacceptable under any circumstances. He emphasized that Rules of Engagement (ROE) are sacrosanct.He, however, cautioned against reaching hasty conclusions about involvement of Pakistan Army soldiers. He pointed out that in order to hide their identities, cause confusion and malign Pakistan Army; terrorists have previously been disguising themselves as Pakistan Army soldiers during a number of attacks including the one on GHQ.General Kayani also directed commanders at all levels to be vigilant and follow the Army policy of zero tolerance in such cases in true letter and spirit.

COAS sets up body to probe video footage

Taking notice of an Internet video that shows Pakistan Army soldiers executing six youths clad in civvies, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani Friday ordered setting up of a commission to ascertain veracity of the footage.
The COAS said in a statement that the board of inquiry would establish the true identity of uniformed personnel and the veracity of the video footage.
‘The board will be headed by a Major General, a two star officer of Pakistan Army. He will be assisted by two/three senior officers with the experience of investigating into such incidents. Necessary technical expertise would be made available to the board’, the statement said.
General Kayani referred back to his Command Directive on the issues of Human Rights and Extra Judicial Killings, and stated that such violations of his orders, if true, will not be tolerated.He categorically stated that it is not expected of a professional army to engage in excesses against the people whom it is trying to guard against the scourge of terrorism. Expressing his determination to take strictest possible disciplinary action against the perpetrators, if identified to be soldiers of Pakistan Army, he termed the incident as unacceptable under any circumstances. He emphasized that Rules of Engagement (ROE) are sacrosanct.
He, however, cautioned against reaching hasty conclusions about involvement of Pakistan Army soldiers. He pointed out that in order to hide their identities, cause confusion and malign Pakistan Army; terrorists have previously been disguising themselves as Pakistan Army soldiers during a number of attacks including the one on GHQ.General Kayani also directed commanders at all levels to be vigilant and follow the Army policy of zero tolerance in such cases in true letter and spirit.

Preity Zinta to address the Oxford Union

The best of East and West will meet in the UK by the end of this month as one of India’s hottest talents addresses the Oxford Union, the world’s most prestigious debating society.

One of Indian cinema’s leading ladies and the star of over 30 films, Preity Zinta will answer
questions from Oxford students on her experience of being a part of the world’s largest film
industry and an iconic figure in a male-dominated business.

Preity Zinta is considered as a role model to many who aspire to achieve success through hard work and honesty. Zinta is the latest in a long list of prominent speakers to have visited the Oxford Union, which has also hosted former Prime Minister Winston Churchill, as well as current Prime Minister David Cameron, US Presidents Reagan and Nixon, the Dalai Lama, Stephen Hawking and Mother Teresa. The Union is no stranger to the world of entertainment either, claiming Michael Jackson, Natalie Portman, Pierce Brosnan, Clint Eastwood and Martin Sheen as past speakers.

When asked about the upcoming visit, Zinta said that she is very excited at the prospect of
speaking at such a prestigious debating society.

Ash Sangha, Vice President of the Oxford Union, who was responsible for inviting Preity Zinta, commented, “I am very excited to be welcoming Preity Zinta to speak here at the Oxford Union Society this coming October. She is quite simply a global superstar. Throughout nearly 200 years of history, the Oxford Union has heard from high profile figures who are the leading lights in their field, and Preity’s film roles, and her deep commitment to causes beyond cinema, such as cricket, journalism and philanthropy have captured the imagination of the watching world. Her charity work for the Loomba Foundation is very close to her heart as well her determination to stop Human Trafficking especially of children and young women. “As much loved for her un-moderated honesty as her career high points, I know that our members here in Oxford cannot wait to have the chance to meet her and hear from her,” said Sangha.

PEN to release 2D animated feature Lava Kusa

Seems it is an animated Ramayana season this Dussehra.

Close to the heels of release announcement of Maya’s 3D animated flick Ramayana, Hyderabad based RVML animation is all set to release 2D animated feature Lava Kusa: The Warrior Twins on October 8th across 200 screens pan India.
The feature is presented by PEN, produced by RVML animation and released by Suniel Wadhwa from ’52 weeks entertainment Inc’ in India.
Lava Kusa: The Warrior Twins, is the tale of two endearing twins Lava and Kusa (Sons of lord Rama and Sita), growing up in the forest with their mother and sage Valmiki. As young men they pit their strength against Rama, the absentee father who has aggrieved their mother. This story from the Ramayan depicts the determination of the twins and the adventures they have as they journey towards their aim, getting their father to redress the wrongs he’s done to their mother.
On being asked about choosing a generic topic (mythology) as the story has been told several times on different platforms, Rayudu V. Sashank, Creative Director and Producer of Lava Kusa. Says, “The story of Ramayana has surely been told several times in popular media, but not so in the case with the mythological characters of Lava and Kusa. This is the reason why children today do not know much about the warrior twins. Telling the story of Lava and Kusa through an animation film would best connect with children who are our target audience,”
Music of the flick plays a key role and is being released in three versions, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The music is composed by acclaimed Music Director late L. Vaidyanathan of Malgudi Days and Pushpaka Vimanam fame. Renowned singers like K. J Yesudas, Vijay Yesudas, Shankar Mahadevan, Chitra and Sadhana Sargam have rendered songs in the movie.
On a concluding note, PEN’s Dhaval Gada added, “The Warrior Twins will add an extra zing to the festive season this year, the first offering from Pen’s stable of animation films. Children and families are sure to enjoy the film”

Another PML-N MNA disqualified

LAHORE: Lahore High Court Monday declared Mudassir Qayyum Nahira, a Muslim League (N) member of national assembly, disqualified for holding fake degree.

The court also ordered the election commission to hold by election on NA-100 in Gujranwala within two months.

Bilal Ijaz, a rival candidate, had challenged the graduation degree of Mudassir Qayyum Nahira in LHC.

The court in previous hearing had asked Mudassir Qayyum to resign from the seat otherwise the court will issue its verdict.

The election tribunal of Lahore High Court today declared Mudassir Qayyum Nahira disqualified and ordered the election commission to hold by election in NA-100 in Gujranwala.

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