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Amitabh Bachchan unveils gigantic mural of father of Indian cinema 'Dadasaheb Phalke'

Mumbai, Dec 11 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan on Thursday unveiled a mural of father of the Indian cinema, Dadasaheb Phalke in showbiz capital Mumbai. Phalke made India's first feature film, 'Raja Harishchandra' in the year 1913. The mural of Phalke is painted on the iconic building of state-owned telecommunications service provider in Bandra and measures 120x150 foot. This mural has been painted by artist Ranjit Dahiya, who has also painted murals of Bachchan and Bollywood legend Rajesh Khanna. Addressing the audience, Bachchan said that these artworks are more effective in sending messages in society. Bachchan said that there was no better way of demonstrating the connection with Mumbai other than painting Phalke. Dec 11, 2014
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Cyclone Hudhud: One lakh houses damaged in Odisha, restoration work on in full swing

Bhubaneswar, Oct 14 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that nearly one lakh houses have been damaged in the state due to Hudhud, along with roads and culverts. Meanwhile, the death toll in Andhra Pradesh has risen to 21. In Visakhapatnam, the restoration of power, telecommunications and water supply, besides rail lines and roads is going on in full swing. Oct 14, 2014
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PM Modi to launch 'Jan Dhan Yojna' today

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will formally launch the 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana ' across the nation on Thursday, under which the government would provide every household with a bank account and an insurance cover. The scheme, to be launched across the country simultaneously, will benefit every household. Each account holder will be provided with a 'RuPay' debit card and Rs 1 lakh accident cover. Hailing the ambitious project, BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that Jan Dhan Yojna is an important step towards financial inclusion. Government believes in action and will deliver the promises it made. Telecommunications and IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said that the government is committed to the welfare of people, the whole idea is to put India on the path of growth and progress. Aug 28, 2014