News of the day in English-August 19, 2022
1 PM Finland After being questioned about a leaked party video, Sanna Marin said she was “ready for a drug test.”
Sanna Marin, the prime minister of Finland, responded to criticism over a video of her partying by saying she wouldn’t have any issues undergoing a drug test.
In the released video, Marin can be seen dancing with a crowd at a gathering she gave at her home for her pals.
The Finnish PM can be seen having a good time and appearing to drink. After the video went public, she experienced intense reaction.
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2-In Mumbai, Nitin Gadkari meets Amitabh Bachchan
On August 18, renowned actor Amitabh Bachchan had a visit from Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in Mumbai.
To advance the National Road Safety Mission in India, he asked the megastar for cooperation.
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3-Rajnath Singh breaks down as he explains why he was previously unable to enlist in the Indian Army.
Speaking to members of the 57th Mountain Division of the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles in Manipur, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shared a childhood fantasy.
He claimed that he desired to enlist in the Army but was unable to do so because of issues in his family.
He described how he showed up for the test to join the forces.
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4-In a dispute over Bajwa’s removal, Imran Khan criticises the Pakistani Army and says, “History will blame you.”
Imran Khan, a former Pakistani prime minister, launched harsh criticisms against the army and appealed to the military establishment’s “neutrals.”
He claimed, “History will hold them accountable for what they did to the nation.” While there was still time, the former Pakistani prime minister urged the army to “examine their policy.”
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5-India denounces the destruction of a Gandhi statue and the offensive comments at a Hindu temple in New York
A handcrafted monument of Mahatma Gandhi was sledgehammered to pieces in a Hindu temple by a group of six unknown individuals in what may have been a hate crime. The statue had previously been vandalised earlier this month.
In order to ensure that those guilty for the “despicable action” are held accountable, India has vehemently denounced it and brought the matter up with the US authorities.
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6- After a 14-hour CBI raid, Manish Sisodia claims that “Computer, Phone Seized”
The deputy chief minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, emphasised that no matter what happens, the Aam Aadmi Party government will continue its good work.
After the 14-hour search of his home, he told media that the BJP was abusing the Central agencies for political gain.
7- Finland PM, Sanna Marin submits to a drug test as a new dance video is released.
An online video has surfaced showing Sanna Marin, the prime minister of Finland, having a good time with well-known musicians and influencers.
In response to video that was released earlier this week showing her partying with pals, the prime minister of Finland claimed on Friday that she had done a drug test and vowed she had never used illegal drugs.
8-India Banned by FIFA: Union Sports Ministry Asks FIFA & AFC To Allow Indian Club Sides To Participate In Tournaments
The Indian club teams Sree Gokulam Kerala FC and ATK Mohun Bagan have requested permission from FIFA and the AFC to participate in the competitions as planned.
