Pankaj Tripathi to start shooting for Oh My God 2 from today; Akshay Kumar back as Lord Krishna

Over the last few months, there have been talks about the developments around Oh My God 2 featuring Pankaj Tripathi in lead with Akshay Kumar getting back to play the character of Lord Krishna. Bollywood Hungama was the first to reveal that Yami Gautam was signed on to play the female lead of the much awaited Oh My God sequel. And now, we have learnt that the social comedy goes on floors today in Mumbai with Pankaj Tripathi.

"Director Amit Rai commences shooting for the ambitious social comedy today in Mumbai with Pankaj Tripathi. The actor will be canning his solo sequences over the next few days and will then be joined by Yami Gautam, who plays the female lead. Akshay Kumar will start his work in October," said a source Bollywood Hungama, adding further that Akshay has allotted 15 to 20 days for his track of Lord Krishna in Oh My God 2.

Oh My God 2 is produced by Ashwin Varde with Akshay Kumar himself. The duo is supremely excited for this film. "They are aware about the cult following of Oh My God and have been working for last decade to get the script right to take the story forward. They amicably decided on the sequel only on being satisfied that the script was better than the first part. The treatment and subject will surprise the audience," the source informed us.

Akshay Kumar also has films like Ram Setu, Raksha Bandhan under his kitty, which he will be shooting over the next few months, thereby being the busiest actor of B-Town.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar to reprise his role of God in Oh My God 2; gives director Amit Rai 15 days to shoot

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Pathologist expected to testify at re-opened inquest into Hoosen Haffejee’s death

Pathologist Dr Shakeera Holland is expected to testify on Wednesday in the re-opened inquest into the death of anti-apartheid activist Dr Hoosen Haffejee in police detention in 1977.

Haffejee’s body was found hanging from his cell door at the Brighton Beach police station in Durban.

Magistrate Trevor Blunden ruled in the initial inquest in 1978, that the numerous injuries on Haffejee’s body had no bearing on his cause of death – which he found to be hanging.

Holland is one of two pathologists who re-examined the original medical evidence.

The Haffejee family contends that the 26-year old anti-apartheid activist was strangled and that he could have died from the injuries sustained while being tortured.

The inquest is being conducted by Judge Zaba Inkosi in the Pietermaritzburg High Court.

Dr Hoosen Haffejee inquest reopens in the Pietermaritzburg High Court : 17 August

Inquest into the death of anti-apartheid activist, Hoosen Haffejee begins: 17 August 2021

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US agency says Tigrayan forces looted aid warehouses in Ethiopia’s Amhara region

Forces from Ethiopia’s Tigray region in recent weeks looted warehouses belonging to the US government’s humanitarian agency in the Amhara region, USAID’s mission director in Ethiopia said on Tuesday.

War broke out in the mountainous region last November between Ethiopian troops and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which controls the region.

The conflict has killed thousands and caused a humanitarian crisis.

After retaking control of most of Tigray in late June and early July, Tigrayan forces pushed into the neighbouring Afarand Amhara regions, displacing several hundred thousand more people from their homes.

“We do have proof that several of our warehouses have been looted and completely emptied in the areas, particularly in Amhara, where TPLF soldiers have gone into,” mission director Sean Jones told state broadcaster EBC in a televised interview.

“I do believe that the TPLF has been very opportunistic,” he added.

Representatives for the TPLF and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

“Any interference or theft of humanitarian aid is unacceptable and prevents critical assistance from reaching people in need. Unfortunately, since the beginning of the conflict in northern Ethiopia, we’ve seen instances of looting from all parties,” a USAID spokesperson said.

Up to 900 000 people in Tigray are already in famine conditions, while five million others are in desperate need of humanitarian assistance, USAID estimates.

For the first time in nine months of war, aid workers this week will run out of food to deliver to millions of people who are going hungry, the head of USAID said last week, blaming the government for restricting access.

The Tigrayan forces and the federal government have repeatedly traded accusations of hampering the flow of aid.

 

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Your daily Horoscope for 01 September 2021

TODAY’S MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE:

Perplexity is the beginning of knowledge. — Kahlil Gibran

TODAY’S WISDOM FROM AROUND THE WORLD:

If your head is wax, don’t walk in the sun. — Benjamin Franklin

TODAY’S CHINESE PROVERB:

If happiness is in your destiny, you need not be in a hurry.

FOR THOSE OF US BORN ON THIS DAY:

Happy Birthday! The months ahead are likely to start with you feeling rather put upon. Work or school will absorb your energies after September; by the beginning of November there will be some fabulous opportunities, but only after an awful lot of effort, which will require some grim determination. The beginning of February could prove to be a challenging time, as a stubborn friend, most likely an earth sign, makes too many demands on your time. If you talk through your concerns with this person you’ll find that they’re feeling insecure. Throughout the spring you’ll need to remember to open up a little more. Romance looks set to take off around June; whether you meet someone at one of the many summer parties, or whether you meet them somewhere less obviously romantic it’s likely to be a passionate fling!

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CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY:

Dr. Phil McGraw, Gloria Estefan, Lily Tomlin, Barry Gibb, Conway Twitty

CELEBRITY GOSSIP:

Olivia Munn is busy filming right now, but the movement of Venus and Mercury indicate that pretty soon her attention is going to be much more focused on more personal, emotional issues!

ARIES DAILY HOROSCOPE | Mar 21 – Apr 19

A development on the emotional/romantic front may occur this evening, but it’s not likely to be concluded soon. The rather intense but muddled vibe may well be easier to navigate for the attached Aries, but singles may need to avoid wearing their hearts on their sleeves!

Today’s Numbers: 3, 14, 21, 30, 37, 43

TAURUS DAILY HOROSCOPE | Apr 20 – May 20

The day is likely to require a little more discipline than you’re prepared to give. The AM influences indicate that you will be feeling quite confident, and your happy-go-lucky approach is likely to encourage you into leaving something until the last minute: this would be an unwise decision, given the PM vibe!

Today’s Numbers: 2, 5, 15, 18, 29, 36

GEMINI DAILY HOROSCOPE | May 21 – Jun 20

You should experience another boost of energy in the morning, which you will need to expend in a constructive way, or you could end up taking on far too much before lunch time is over. Resist an urge to intervene when it comes to someone else’s glitch: you too will start to notice a less constructive vibe around the evening!

Today’s Numbers: 4, 11, 20, 27, 33, 48

CANCER DAILY HOROSCOPE | Jun 21 – Jul 22

It’s a strange day. Any minor discontent with your current situation may be harder to ignore, but at the same time that discontent will be easier to identify and correct. Use the morning’s more realistic vibe to work out the next step. Grandiose ideas in the evening may be a little pie-in-the-sky!

Today’s Numbers: 9, 13, 17, 25, 39, 40

LEO DAILY HOROSCOPE | Jul 23 – Aug 22

It’s a day in which you should be clear in your general communications, since even harmless banter may be misinterpreted by others. A little light-hearted flirting could backfire in the evening. Avoid sending out any mixed messages about your general intentions or expectations!

Today’s Numbers: 4, 11, 28, 31, 37, 43

VIRGO DAILY HOROSCOPE | Aug 23 – Sep 22

The old saying: it’s possible to have too much of a good thing may apply. A highly efficient daytime is likely to turn into a rather drained evening. There’ll be a cut-off point where you’re no longer achieving. A change of pace will be needed, as will the ability to call it a day!

Today’s Numbers: 2, 5, 14, 23, 32, 48

LIBRA DAILY HOROSCOPE | Sep 23 – Oct 22

As with others you may experience a relatively calm day that suddenly morphs into a slightly fraught evening. A potential stalemate situation can be avoided, if you curb a tendency to be a little demanding or inflexible. Romance might benefit from a more chilled approach too!

Today’s Numbers:  9, 17, 19, 21, 30, 47

SCORPIO DAILY HOROSCOPE | Oct 23 – Nov 21

The pre-lunch influences will be more reliable than the PM ones so the general rule of the day for almost everyone will be quit while you’re ahead. It could be that a colleague tries to persuade you to continue beyond this point: if so, then find a way to tactfully and discreetly disengage!

Today’s Numbers: 6, 15, 23, 27, 33, 48

SAGITTARIUS DAILY HOROSCOPE | Nov 22 – Dec 21

Something could make you feel a little exasperated, and it’s possible that certain people around you who may have quite restrictive attitudes and approaches will test your patience levels. It may not be a good idea to blurt out your complaints. Ignore a fractious vibe towards the close of the working day!

Today’s Numbers: 7, 12, 19, 24, 36, 43

CAPRICORN DAILY HOROSCOPE | Dec 22 – Jan 19

The planetary movements may switch the emphasis from the present to the past, where something may appear to take on a greater significance, but try not to get too drawn into heavy dialogue over things that can’t be changed. The gentle cosmic guidance before noon will be more reliable!

Today’s Numbers: 2, 5, 11, 20, 39, 48

AQUARIUS DAILY HOROSCOPE | Jan 20 – Feb 18

The general pace is likely to be a little irregular, with interruptions to your daily routine very likely in the later hours. Workers may well see a rise in the workload at the last minute, while others may have to engage with a minor glitch closer to home. It’ll help to regard a setback as an actual step forward!

Today’s Numbers: 6, 14, 20, 39, 42, 47

PISCES DAILY HOROSCOPE | Feb 19 – Mar 20

You can sometimes be a little intense when it comes to relationship issues. However, while the planets are giving you the green light to address a matter, it’s not the best day to initiate those discussions where you’re likely to go round in circles. The evening time will be more prone to a conversation- loop!

Today’s Numbers: 8, 16, 21, 23, 35, 41

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Weather forecast, alerts and UVB index for all South African provinces, 01 September 2021

Weather data provided by the South African Weather Service. For a detailed forecast of your province, click here.

Severe Weather Alerts

IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS:

1. Nil.

FIRE DANGER WARNINGS:

1. Nil.

ADVISORIES:

1. Nil.

Gauteng:

Temperature: Fine and warm..

The expected UVB Sunburn Index: Extreme.

Mpumalanga:

Temperature: Fine in the west where it will be warm, otherwise partly cloudy and cool but cloudy along the escarpment.

Limpopo:

Temperature: Partly cloudy in the east where it will be cool, otherwise fine and warm.

North-West Province:

Temperature: Fine and warm.

Free State:

Temperature: Fine and warm but cool along the Lesotho border.

Northern Cape:

Temperature: Fine and warm but cool to cold in the south where it will be partly cloudy in the morning.

Wind: The wind along the coast will be fresh to strong south-easterly.

Western Cape:

Temperature: Fine in the extreme west, otherwise partly cloudy and cool but cold in places in the south. It will be cloudy along the south coast and adjacent interior until the afternoon.

Wind: The wind along the coast will be moderate to fresh southerly to south-easterly but strong in the south-west from the afternoon.

The expected UVB Sunburn Index: Moderate.

Eastern Cape:

The Western half – Temperature: Cloudy and cool to cold with light morning rain in places along the coast, becoming partly cloudy over the interior from late morning.

The Western half – Wind: The wind along the coast will be light westerly, becoming moderate easterly in the afternoon.

The Eastern half – Temperature: Fine and warm to cool in the extreme northern interior, otherwise cloudy and cool to cold with light rain along the coast.

The Eastern half – Wind: The wind along the coast will be light westerly, becoming light easterly by midday, but moderate to fresh north-easterly from late afternoon.

Kwazulu-Natal:

Temperature: Morning fog patches over the interior, otherwise cloudy and cool with light rain in the east. It will be cold over the south-western interior.

Wind: The wind along the coast will be moderate southerly to south-easterly, becoming moderate easterly to north-easterly from the south in the afternoon.

The expected UVB Sunburn Index: Low.

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