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The Nagpur South-West constituency , a BJP stronghold in Maharashtra, is shaping up for a closely contested battle in the state assembly elections, as results are due to be released Saturday. While BJP leader and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remains the favourite to win, experts and local residents predict a tough fight from his Congress opponent, Prafulla Gudhade Patil. Fadnavis, who has held the seat since 2004, faces significant challenges this time around. Political analysts note that while his influence in the region remains formidable, factors such as inflation, unemployment, and dissatisfaction over last year’s flooding have given his Congress rival, Patil, an opportunity to make inroads. BJP vs Congress in Nagpur South-West region Nagpur South-West, home to over 400,000 voters, has witnessed local discontent , especially after severe flooding in September 2023. Heavy rains overwhelmed the Ambazari lake, causing significant damage to homes and property. Residents in areas like Shankar Nagar have expressed frustration over the slow response from local authorities and the government. Dr. Archana Deshpande, a local resident, voiced her disappointment, citing inadequate support during the flood crisis and poor infrastructure in the area. 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Inflation is another major issue on voters’ minds. However, despite these grievances, many locals still seem likely to back Fadnavis, citing a lack of viable alternatives. Joseph John, a resident of Ajni, commented, "Though inflation and local issues are a concern, Fadnavis has the edge, being the former CM and current Deputy CM. He has never lost here." Fadnavis faces Prafulla Patil The constituency includes key developments such as the Multi Modal International Cargo Hub and Airport (MIHAN), AIIMS, and IIM Nagpur, all of which are expected to benefit Fadnavis. The BJP hopes to leverage these achievements, alongside welfare schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which provides financial aid to poor women, to shore up its support base. However, Patil, an ex-corporator and son of former BJP MLA Vinod Gudhade Patil, is banking on anti-incumbency sentiments. Analysts point out that his quiet, grassroots work could resonate with voters who are disillusioned with the current government. Vivek Deshpande, a political analyst, was quoted as saying, “Patil is not a novice, and although Fadnavis has a strong track record, Patil’s appeal among certain sections of voters, including the Kunbi community, is growing.” Patil's challenge is not just to win over disillusioned voters but to counter Fadnavis' development narrative. The constituency's voter demographics, including significant Dalit, Kunbi, Brahmin, Teli, and Mali populations, suggest a more fragmented electorate this time, which could work in Patil’s favor. "The election will not be a walk in the park for Fadnavis," Deshpande added. Some residents in the constituency, like one who preferred to remain anonymous, are dissatisfied with BJP’s decisions and would like to see a change in leadership. This voter raised concerns about alleged illegal constructions near Ambazari lake and expressed frustration over the BJP's alliance with the NCP, questioning the party's commitment to its core values. Fadnavis’ strong position, but a tight race While Patil’s campaign gains momentum, Fadnavis remains the more prominent figure in the race, buoyed by his tenure as Chief Minister and his role as Deputy CM. Political analyst Pradip Kumar Maitra pointed out that Fadnavis' legacy, including job creation through MIHAN and his role in launching the Nagpur Metro, strengthens his position. "Fadnavis has a strong development record, and nearly one lakh jobs have been created in the region, which will likely translate into electoral benefits," Maitra said. However, despite his advantages, Fadnavis is unlikely to secure the same high winning margins as in previous elections. "Patil is a capable youth leader who is giving Fadnavis a strong fight," Maitra concluded. "The final result may see Fadnavis winning, but by a narrower margin." The Nagpur South-West seat, once considered a BJP fortress, is shaping up to be a much closer contest. 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Meta’s Ray Ban Smart Glasses seem like something you might see in a spy movie but modernized for present day. You can record, takes calls and check Instagram and Facebook with these glasses. Feel the chill. Alo Yoga’s Sherpa Hat is a cozy gift for the fashionably fierce. There’s a reason why Carhartt’s cuffed beanie has been around for almost 40 years. Apart from being affordable and extremely warm (not too thick, not too thin), you can get them in a bunch of different colors besides black, brown, grey and white. Dangerously comfortable and perfect for gifting. The Bean Boots from L.L. Bean’s Noah Kahan collection are almost out of stock in men’s sizes, so don’t wait to snag these (also available in women’s sizes ). Say hello to style and sophistication. The Coach Leah Loafer is a great addition to any closet. Nothing says cozy footwear like an ubersoft, crochet Ugg slipper (available in cream, black and charcoal). Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty released a festive, paisley Onsies for the whole family. Carhartt isn’t just for craftsmen, ranchers, and mechanics. It’s also a growing brand in streetwear fashion. Made from thick ringspun cotton duck, The Carhartt Detroit Jacket is a sleek and stylish piece of outerwear that’s durable and warm for the fall and winter months. It honestly feels like you’re wrapped in a cozy blanket. The jacket comes in two colors, Carhartt brown and black, as well as in a wide range of different sizes. – Rudie Obias Zara’s faux leather Bomber Jacket offers a slouchy, oversized fit that you can style up or down. Up, up and away! The Bigger Carry-On is touted as one of the best bags for travel (it’s pilot and flight attendant-approved). Away’s Carry-On collection of durable suitcases are available in different sizes and several colors including black, brown, navy, orange, red and olive green. The perfect travel buddy. Rare Beauty’s Puffer Travel Tote became my favorite travel bag this year — it’s super trendy with plenty of space to pack your wallet, tech gadgets, clothes and other essential — and easy to clean. Make it a Coach Christmas! The Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28 comes in five colors including maple, black, stone, dark ruby and dark cedar. A camera bags, but make it fashion. From Swift to Hilary Duff and Megan Fox, lots of celebrities have sported camera bags. This Tory Burch bag is a smaller, crossbody purse that’s perfect for a night on the town. Whether you’re streaming a music festival, live concert, sporting event, movie or your favorite TV series, Sonos Arc changes the way you experience entertainment. The soundbar works especially well in smaller rooms and is designed for TVs of 50-inches or more (or slightly less, in my case). The Arc features 11 drivers, Dolby Atmos, Apple TruePlay, voice control and other capabilities. A slew of new, PS5 consoles hit the market this year including the PS5 Pro, one of the latest consoles joining the Sony’s lineup alongside the PS5 Slim and 30th anniversary consoles . The bestselling Xbox Carbon Black holds up nicely with 1TB of storage, 4K gaming with 120 FPS. The legacy lives on. The Chronicles of DOOM: Unraveling Rap’s Masked Iconoclast paints a moving portrait of the mysterious rapper starting from his childhood to his passing in 2020. E.V.E is spilling t-e-a in her bestselling memoir Whose That Girl? From growing up in Philadelphia to rap stardom, marriage and motherhood, the “Illest Pitbull in a Skirt” continues to evolve. Snoop Dogg’s Skechers collab has expanded from sneaker to slides and comfy clogs. The Arch Fit Footsteps clog features charms with Snoop’s face. Adidas OG Sambas look even better in the viral Earth Stone colorway. A beautiful translation of Ithell Colquhoun’s artistry, Dr. Marten’s 1460 boot utilized the late British painter’s decalcomania technique to create this design. You’ll be seeing things more clearly with Samsung’s Crystal UDH TV. Bring the arcade home. This top-selling arcade cabinet comes preloaded with NBA Jam , NBA Jam Tournament Edition and NBA Hangtime . Apple’s iPad Mini has a turbo A17 Pro chip with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. If you’re looking for a gift for someone who lives in an apartment, then the Solo Stove Mesa is an ideal pick to create a bit of ambiance in a limited outdoor space. It’s a small fire pit that sits safely on top of a table with its included ring stand in a patio or balcony, while the Solo Stove Mesa is smokeless with the company’s iconic “Signature 360-degree Airflow” system to keep fires contained and burning throughout an evening outside. 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Jojo has persevered through child stardom to finding her own form of balance. The “Too Light Too Late” singer recounts the ups and down of fame in Over the Influence . Dolly Parton’s Good Lookin’ Cookin’ cookbook is a collection Southern staples including barbecue spare ribs, colorful coleslaw, mac and cheese and strawberry shortcake. T-Pain is spicing things up for his latest collaboration with Spicewalla. The Sauce is the brand’s first-ever hot sauce. From country music to haircare, fragrances and SirDavis Whisky, Beyoncé is covering all the bases. SirDavis is an 88 proof whiskey (not for the faint of heart) that stands out just as well as it blends in. Fans of Hell’s Kitchen and Love Island are familiar with HexClad’s viral cookware. The brand’s 10-inch pan is designed for frying, sautéing and searing. Kelly Rowland, Oprah Winfrey and Hailey Bieber are some of the stars that have used HexClad. 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Elton John and Stalkin + Co. collaborated on this lovely collection of fragrant candles. Why wouldn’t the Queen of Christmas has her own Barbie doll (and holiday merch )? The Mariah doll is ready to deck the halls with boughs of holly. Sonic Edition releases rare photos of beloved artists including Oasis, Madonna, Prince, Tina Turner and other music icons. This black-and-white snapshot of Oasis’ Noel and Liam Gallagher at the Columbia Hotel a day after they were banned in 1994. Apple’s iPhone 10 is lighter and faster than the previous model and the screen is 30 percent larger. HP’s convertible Chromebook has a near-perfect customer rating. The Chromebook Plus feature a 14-inch display screen and powerful Intel Core processor. An easy way to keep your money secured. The card holder is great space-saver for attending concerts and music festivals. Digital pics are nice, but it’s good to have photos that you can hold in hand (or stick on the wall). Cannon’s Mini Photo printer makes that possible. Sony’s ZV-1F Vlog Camera is a user-friendly, starter camera for vlogging and content creation. Beats Studio Pro headphones lasts for up to 40 hours, but what I like most about them, besides the sound quality, is that they’re foldable and easily connect to iOS or Android. Wrong answers only! Mistaken Lyrics Coasters will make a fun gift option or stocking stuffer and a great conversation-starter. Gifties for Swifties! Taylor Swift Style takes fans on a journey through the pop star’s fashion evolution. A keepsake journal for music memories. The Concert Journal includes writing prompts for you to take note of things like ticket prices, venues, quotes from concerts and your favorite memories. Dave Matthews The Dreaming Tree red wine offers a smooth and tasty, blend of wines with notes of raspberry, caramel oak and mixed berry. Dolly Parton’s has wine too! Her chardonnay mixes white peach and lemon zest with a hint of pineapple. 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(Reuters) – U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron shared an intense series of handshakes on Saturday, reminiscent of the white-knuckled grip-off that marked a meeting between the two leaders more than seven years ago. Visiting Paris to attend the reopening of the Notre-Dame cathedral, Trump was greeted by Macron at the steps of the Elysee Palace. It was Trump’s first foreign trip since winning the Nov. 5 U.S. election. Exiting his vehicle, Trump pulled Macron’s right hand towards his body as the two hugged and gripped each other with clenched fists, shaking firmly back and forth. While friendly, it appeared both men were holding on tight. As they ascended the steps of the palace and turned again towards the cameras, Trump positioned his hand above Macron’s and pushed down firmly as they locked hands for a second time. The sequence triggered approval from some Trump supporters online, who saw in the president-elect’s actions a concerted attempt to intimidate Macron. “President Trump is back to dominating world leaders with his handshake,” an account who goes by the username @BehizyTweets posted on the social media platform X. “Macron is going to need a hand massage after all that twisting and pulling Trump did to him.” The two men have a history of intense handshakes. When they met for the first time in May 2017 ahead of a NATO summit in Brussels, each man gripped each other’s right hand so firmly that their knuckles turned white and their jaws seemed to clench as they sat for a face-to-face meeting. Macron told a newspaper in 2017 that the white-knuckle handshake was “not innocent” and “a moment of truth” aimed at showing his U.S. counterpart, whose first term ended in January 2021, that he would not be intimidated. Trump and Macron were joined later on Saturday by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The meeting occurred with world leaders in Paris to celebrate Notre-Dame’s restoration five years after it was ravaged by fire. Trump and Macron shared another firm and prolonged handshake outside the cathedral, though it fell short of the intensity of the 2017 grip-off, according to social media influencer Collin Rugg. “The handshake battle between Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron continues,” Rugg posted on X. “Their handshake at the Notre Dame Cathedral lasted for 17 seconds, coming short of their previous record of 29 seconds.”AVANTE ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES & MARKETING
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