ENTERTAINMENT z Monday z May 3, 2021 5 Preity Zinta expresses her views on being John Abraham joins hands with NGOs to help the needy a part of IPL amid the pandemic! people, hands over his social media account to them!

he entire nation is suffering from the worst condi- tion of COVID-19. As India is facing a shortage Tof oxygen and inadequate facilities of medical equipment are becoming the major reason for increasing Shakarkandi Chaat cases of the virus. Now, along with other Bollywood big- gies, John Abraham has also come forward and decided to help the needy. The actor has also lent his help through donation and now he has joined hands with the helping organizations. John Abraham penned a note and shared that he has handed over his social media handle to NGOS and wrote, ''As a country we are experiencing a very grim situation. With each passing minute, there are more and more peo- ple who are unable to procure oxygen, an ICU bed, a vac- cine and sometimes even food. However, these trying times have also brought people together, to support, to make a difference and attend to needs." He further added, ''Starting today, I will be handing over my social media accounts to NGOs we have partnered selves to humanity and take measures to overcome this Ingredients with across with country and all content posted on my crisis. Anything and everything to save lives and win this 3 sweet potato ndian Premier League is being held in six major cities of India but handles will be exclusively to help connect those affected battle TOGETHER. Stay indoor. Stay safe! Be responsi- 1 medium star fruits at the same time, India is suffering from the second wave of the with the resources they require. It is time to extend our- ble- for yourself, your family and the country." 1 tablespoon refined oil ICOVID-19 pandemic too. Already, 5 players have pulled out them- black salt as required selves from IPL 2021 so far. The Health system is facing a huge crisis 1 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala due to the increasing numbers of COVID patients. In the worst sce- 1 1/2 tablespoon pomegranate seeds nario, many B-town celebs are coming forward and helping others Badshah launches a platform for Plasma Donors 1 tablespoon lemon juice through donations and arranging medical facilities. Now, Preity Zinta For Garnishing who is supporting her IPL team Kings XI Punjab has also penned a s we all are aware of the current situation in India 1/2 handful coriander leaves note on the current situation and shared a strong message with her due to a rapid increase in COVID-19 cases that 1 1/2 tablespoon sev fans. Aalso results in a more fatality rate. Even celebri- Method: Preity Zinta wrote while sharing a mask on selfie on Instagram that ties are trying to help people to search for plasma donors To start preparing this chaat recipe, preheat the oven at 190 reads, "These are tough times for everyone. A lot of our friends, fami- by re-sharing posts of their followers. But it's getting hard degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, wash the sweet potatoes, star lies & fellow Indians are devastated by this pandemic. We all must try to find donors more quickly via this, so our superstar rap- fruits, coriander leaves, and pomegranate seeds, under run- in our individual capacity to help out by making a difference financial- per-singer, Badshah has moved forward a step to help peo- ning water. Then, peel the skin of the sweet potatoes and chop ly, emotionally & mentally. Part of this is being socially responsible by ple by developing a common platform where one can it up into small cubes. Now, slice up the star-fruits and keep wearing masks, following all the COVID protocols & being more sensi- donate & find plasma donors. aside. tive & compassionate towards others. I’m not home but I’m grateful Recently, just a few minutes ago he came live on Next, line a baking tray with aluminium foil and place the that I’m safe & I sincerely hope being part of the IPL, we can keep peo- Instagram to update about this website- 'www.unitedby- chopped sweet potatoes on it. Using a silicon brush, apply oil ple safe at home by providing them some relief & something to look for- blood.com' It's a platform where you can register yourself over the potatoes. Place the tray in the oven and bake for 25- ward to in these trying times. Hold on folks, this too shall pass. It has without going anywhere to help people and also find 30 minutes or until the potatoes turn slightly golden and soft. to pass. We will ride this out together ?? Love & prayers to all." donors near you. No doubt, it's a great step to tackle the Now, take a large bowl and add the chopped starfruit and the Recently, some cricketers have pulled out their names from the ongo- chaos going on in our nation, but still, we all need to be roasted sweet potatoes. Add the chaat masala, black salt along ing season of IPL. Kane Richardson, Andrew Tye, Adam Zampa, Josh more secure & cautious about ourselves on our own, this is with lemon juice and toss them up to mix thoroughly. Then, Hazlewood, Mitchell Marsh, Josh Philippe, Liam Livingstone, R what Badshah advises his followers. Many celebs are also trying to convince their followers to transfer it to the serving bowls. Ashwin opted out from the series due to a spike in the COVID-19 cases It's high time to stop roaming around here & there and stay at home until it's very important. This is the only way To complete it off, garnish the chaat with sev, coriander in the country. focus to prevent yourself from this pandemic situation. we can conquer this situation. leaves and pomegranate seeds and serve fresh!

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General Knowledge Question ASTRO SPEAK It’s easy to feel like you’ve hit a wall with your LIBRA You’ve been digging deeper into your heart than 1. Which of the following teeth of child (3-44 D. 5.0 litres B. 25 per cent ARIES ambitions today, Aries. The sun locks into a ever before, Libra. Monday’s skies ask you to Years) is not a part of the milk teeth? C. 50 per cent tense square with realistic Saturn, prompting face some important realities around who you let you to examine the divide between your raw into your world romantically, as the sun squares 6. Which of the following pigment causes eye D. 100 per cent talent and your long-term goals. Slow down off with cautionary Saturn. This aspect can have A. Incisors colour of person (brown eyes, blue eyes or black and take a moment to see what needs restruc- you feeling cut off from a lover, so it's important to turing. Elsewhere, messenger Mercury moves reality-check the situation and work through per- B. Canines eyes)? 11. Which of the following blood group is consid- into Gemini, sharpening your self-expression ceived blockages. Elsewhere, Mercury dips into C. Molars ered as Universal Donor? MAR 21 - APR 20 and accelerating your mental realm. SEP 24 - OCT 22 Gemini, helping you get a fresh perspective men- tally. D. Premolars A. Cornea B. Choroid A. A TAURUS Monday’s skies may have you feeling like you’re SCORPIO Monday’s skies make it hard to start the week 2. Who said this statement? "I flatter myself hav- C. Iris B. AB pushing a boulder uphill. The sun faces a difficult off feeling inspired, Scorpio. The sun locks into ing discovered the method that nature employs to D. Vitreous body C. B connection with limitation-setting Saturn, which a tense square with limiting Saturn, highlighting can prompt melancholic moods and dejected important issues in need of restructuring purify air. It is vegetation." D. O outlooks. This aspect asks you to examine how between relationship matters and family foun- 7. Which of the following led to the expulsion of your current career trajectory is hindering other dations. This aspect can imbue the day with a A. Antonine Laurent Lavoisier milk from the breast during suckling? 12. What part of the Quinine plant is commonly elements of your individual needs from getting sullen mood and press pause on progress. APR 21 - MAY 20 met. Mercury slides into Gemini, helping you OCT 23 - NOV 22 Elsewhere, Mercury dips into reflective Gemini, B. Joseph Priestley used drug for Malaria? mentally tune into your financial situation. deepening your thoughts and intimacy. C. Louis Pasteur A. Prolactin D. William Harvey B. Oxytocin A. Leaves A fresh feeling is likely to come over you by SAGITTARIUS It’s easy to feel like you’ve hit a wall mentally C. Vasopressin B. Fruits GEMINI the end of day, Gemini. Yet, you’ll have to work today, Sagittarius. Don’t fret if you feel like your through some turbulence to get there. The sun momentum has been momentarily halted—as 3. Why it is not advisable to sleep under a tree at D. Estrogen and Progesterone C. Root locks into a tough square with reality-check the sun’s tense square with reality-check Saturn night? D. Stem bark Saturn today, helping you see where your is to blame. This aspect places your focus on grand vision needs some restructuring. Your the divide between your ability to learn new 8. Where does fertilization occurs in the female? ruling planet, communicator Mercury, moves material and put it into practice. Meanwhile, forward into your sign as well—helping you messenger Mercury dives into Gemini, turning A. Release of less oxygen 13. Which of the following disease occur when the feel refreshingly in sync with yourself. your focus towards partnership matters. B. Release of more oxygen A. Fallopian tube replacement of breast feeding by less nutritive food, MAY 21 - JUN 20 NOV 23 - DEC 22 C. Release of carbon dioxide B. Uterus low in proteins and calories, infants below the age D. Release of carbon monoxide C. Cervix of one year? CANCER Monday’s cosmic landscape has a few road- CAPRICORN Important stories around your self-worth and D. Vagina blocks in store, Cancer. It’s an ideal day to hide creative abilities are emerging today, Capricorn. away and confide in those closest to you. The 4. What is the averages rate of the heart beats A. Kwashiorkor sun locks into a harsh square with reality-test- Your ruling planet, stoic Saturn, receives a visit (per minute) in an adult? 9. Which of the following is the universal recipi- B. Marasmus ing Saturn, highlighting what needs transform- from the illuminating sun today. This aspect ing on an internal level to better help you shines a light onto the current divide between ent blood group? C. Rickets approach your goals. Messenger Mercury slips your faith in yourself and your desire to make into reflective Gemini too, pulling your mind A. 60 D. Pellagra inward and quieting your voice. things happen with your ideas. Elsewhere, com- JUN 22 - JUL 23 DEC 23 - JUL 20 municator Mercury dips into Gemini, pointing B. 72 A. A your focus towards your job environment. C. 84 B. B 14. In how many times human will lose their con- D. 96 C. AB sciousness if blood will stop flowing to the brain? LEO As a Leo, you’re ruled by the ever-shining, life- AQUARIUS Monday’s skies are likely to feel a bit uncomfort- D. 0 giving sun. Today’s skies find the sun locked into able, Aquarius. The sun locks into a tense aspect 5. Which of the following is the volume of the A. 2 sec a stifling aspect with realistic Saturn, prompting with your ruling planet, serious Saturn. This is melancholic moods and pessimistic outlooks. creating a heavy atmosphere that requires intro- Rather than succumb to feeling blocked, take this spection and the need to slow your pace. This urine produced in an adult human every 24 hours? 10. What proportion of children is likely to be B. 5 sec opportunity to examine what’s hindering forward colour blindness when their parent (mother has C. 15 to 20 sec movement on the career front. Messenger aspect encourages you to face family blockages Mercury dips into chatty Gemini too, helping you that keep you from stepping into your power. A. 1 litre normal vision & father has colour-bblindness)? D. 5 min better tune into your aspirations. Meanwhile, messenger Mercury slips into JUL 24 - AUG 23 JAN 21 - FEB 23 Gemini, focusing your mental world on creative B. 1.5 litres action. C. 3.0 litres A. 0 per cent

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