prince harry And meghan markle According to the first part of its serialization published by The Times, they were the subject of a new book by royal author Tom Bower. A Long Excerpt of Betrayal: Power, Deceit and the Battle for the Future of the Royal Family contains detailed claims about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s relationship with the royal family and how they have led life since leaving the Firm and moving to California.In the excerpt, Bower wrote that Queen Camilla told a friend that Meghan had “brainwashed” Harry because of changes in her behavior after the couple realized complaints about the royal family. Bower wrote: “Meghan had become a divisive agent. To please her, Harry was ignoring his old friends. He even changed his telephone number without telling his family.“A happy-go-lucky city boy becomes obsessed with revenge.” Gradually, her character started to resemble Meghan. Emotionally, he leaned toward extremes. Simple dislike became passionate hatred. Camilla told a friend, ‘Meghan has ruined Harry’s mind.’Bower also recalled a meeting after the couple returned from their honeymoon in 2018, when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex met with Prince William and Princess Kate at Kensington Palace for what she described as peace talks, the UK Mirror reports. Bower wrote: “William’s dislike of Meghan was made clear following her warning to Harry before their engagement. ‘It’s too soon,’ William said of the pace of Harry’s relationship with the ‘American actress’. William’s suspicions of Meghan were echoed by his wife.”According to the biography, during the conversation, Meghan taunted her brother-in-law, saying, “If you don’t mind, get your finger out of my face.”The excerpt says the book details how Harry was shocked by William’s reaction to the arrest of his uncle Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, which he said heightened Harry’s concerns about his and Meghan’s royal future. It says William stood by his father King Charles and his decisions regarding Andrew, including kicking him out of the Royal Lodge and stripping him of his titles. It also said that the Prince of Wales issued a statement following Andrew’s arrest, saying that he and Princess Kate support the actions of the King, who declared that “the law must take its course”.Bower claimed that Harry became concerned that William might take drastic action if he came to the throne. The author wrote: “Correctly, Harry fears that future King William could strip all of Sussex’s titles and effectively exile him from the UK.“Whether Meghan understands the potential consequences of any deliberate disrespect to the Prince and Princess of Wales remains to be seen.”The excerpt also mentioned Harry and Meghan’s appearance in Los Angeles in January last year, when the city was being devastated by deadly wildfires. It said the couple met the victims and spent the afternoon helping by listening to people’s stories and handing out essentials at the soup kitchen. Bower wrote that the couple was ridiculed for the trip as some claimed they were taking advantage of the disaster for their own gain. Bower wrote: “After recording a video of her listening and hugging the victims, the footage was posted to Meghan’s 1.6 million Instagram followers by campaigners that day.“Instead of getting credit for her efforts, Meghan was mocked as an attention-seeking pseudo-royal.” Bower then quoted Hollywood film producer Justin Bateman, who said online at the time: “Meghan Markle and Harry are no better than ambulance chasers.“What a disgusting ‘photo op’ they got. They’re doing a ‘damage tour’? Are they politicians now? They don’t live here; they’re tourists. Disaster tourists.”Most of the pieces focused on the Invictus Games and included claims that the Duchess of Sussex had used the event for her personal gain, and that Harry and Meghan found it difficult to understand event organizers. Bower wrote: “Meghan needed a global platform for real adulation and raving fans. To her good fortune, Harry agreed she could star in the Invictus Games, which he was about to open in Canada. Just before flying to Vancouver in a private jet, she alerted her Instagram followers.“‘How should we address them?'” Canadian organizers asked. Nick Booth, chief executive of Games, replied: ‘Meghan insists on ‘ma’am’ and Harry should be called ‘sir’.’The piece also highlights alleged internal concerns, including concerns expressed by Dominic Reid, former head of the Invictus Foundation, that the sport and the contestants are being eclipsed and that the sport has turned into a “Harry and Meghan show”. It pointed to poor attendance at the program and alleged “padding” of the crowd for the benefit of the cameras, and suggested that contestants and their families were being influenced by carefully staged photo ops.With the 2027 Invictus Games taking place in Birmingham, the book claims Harry conspired to get his father, King Charles, to call the Games, saying it would dominate the media cycle and lead to a public announcement of reconciliation. However, Bower wrote that the games were probably not without opposition, making Charles’s potential attendance a huge gamble. The author wrote: “Considering all the reprehensible words and lies spoken and written by the Sussexes against the royal family since 2021, and taking into account the enormous damage done by the Sussexes’ exploitation of their royal titles, the chances of the King trotting out the Prince and Princess of Wales to appease the Sussexes in the spring of 2026 are extremely slim.”“For the king to publicly meet his son and his troublesome daughter-in-law, who are guilty of betraying the royal family, is a gamble with little upside. The feud embroiling them is far from resolved, and it remains to be seen what damage the 2027 Invictus Games will do to the already fragile family.”Within hours of the release of the first part of the episode, a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex released a statement condemning the allegations. The representative said: “Mr Bower’s comments have long crossed the line from criticism to fixation. This is a man who has publicly said, ‘The monarchy really depends on eliminating the Sussexes from our position of life,’ language that speaks for itself.“He has made a career out of creating ever more elaborate theories about people he doesn’t know and have never met. Those interested in the facts will look elsewhere; those looking for deranged conspiracy and melodrama know where to find them.”

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मुजफ्फरनगर शहर में गैस सिलेंडरों ने आम लोगों की समस्या को गंभीर स्तर पर पहुंचा दिया है। रसोई गैस की कमी और कालाबाजारी का आरोप लगाकर शुक्रवार को शहर में जमकर हंगामा हुआ। कच्ची सड़क पर स्थित है सरवत इंडेन सेवा गैस एजेंसी कार्यालय के बाहर उस समय तनावपूर्ण स्थिति हो गई जब कई उपभोक्ताओं को घंटों लाइन में खड़े रहने के बावजूद गैस सिलेंडर नहीं मिल सका। इससे नाराज उपभोक्ताओं ने एजेंसी के बाहर प्रदर्शन किया और एजेंसी प्रबंधन पर गंभीर आरोप लगाये.

भीषण गर्मी और व्रतियों की लंबी कतार में खड़ी महिलाओं और व्रतियों का गुस्सा उस समय फूट पड़ा जब उन्हें खाली हाथ लौटना पड़ा। उपभोक्ताओं का कहना है कि शहर में गैस की कमी इतनी बढ़ गयी है कि लोगों को खाना बनाने में भी परेशानी हो रही है.

900 रुपये का सिलेंडर 1500 से 2000 रुपये में बेचने का आरोप

मुजफ्फरनगर गैस सिलेंडर की कमी इसके बीच उपभोक्ताओं ने गैस एजेंसी और हॉकरों पर कालाबाजारी का आरोप लगाया है. उनका कहना है कि सरकारी दर पर मिलने वाली राशि लगभग है. 900 रुपये का सिलेंडर चुपके 1500 से 2000 रुपये इसे 20 रुपये में बेचा जा रहा है.

उपभोक्ताओं का आरोप है कि गैस वितरण करने वाले कुछ हॉकर और बिचौलिए इस काम में शामिल हैं और उनकी मिलीभगत से कालाबाजारी की जा रही है. जबकि आम उपभोक्ता गैस सिलेंडर के लिए दर-दर भटकने को मजबूर है।

लोगों का कहना है कि जब वे सिलेंडर लेने के लिए एजेंसी पहुंचते हैं तो उन्हें बताया जाता है कि गैस खत्म हो गई है, लेकिन बाद में वही सिलेंडर निजी तौर पर ऊंची कीमत पर बेच दिए जाते हैं.

घंटों लाइन में खड़े रहने के बाद भी सिलेंडर नहीं मिला

शुक्रवार को सरवत इंडेन सेवा एजेंसी के बाहर सुबह से ही बड़ी संख्या में उपभोक्ता गैस सिलेंडर लेने के लिए पहुंच गए थे।

कई लोगों ने कहा कि वे घंटों लाइन में खड़े रहेलेकिन इसके बावजूद उन्हें गैस सिलेंडर नहीं मिला. इससे नाराज लोगों ने एजेंसी के बाहर नारेबाजी शुरू कर दी और एजेंसी प्रबंधन के खिलाफ प्रदर्शन किया.

गर्मी के बीच खड़ी व्रती महिलाओं ने बताया कि कई दिनों से उन्हें गैस सिलेंडर नहीं मिल पाया है, जिससे घर में खाना बनाना मुश्किल हो गया है.

बुकिंग सिस्टम पर भी उठे सवाल

मुजफ्फरनगर गैस सिलेंडर की कमी उपभोक्ताओं ने गैस बुकिंग व्यवस्था पर भी सवाल उठाए हैं।

लोगों का कहना है कि ऑनलाइन बुकिंग के दौरान अक्सर ऐसा कहा जाता है पोर्टल या सर्वर डाउन हैजिसके कारण बुकिंग नहीं हो पा रही है.

उपभोक्ता जब एजेंसी कार्यालय पहुंचते हैं तो उन्हें तकनीकी समस्या बता कर वापस भेज दिया जाता है. इससे लोगों में आक्रोश और बढ़ गया है.

एजेंसी संचालक ने आरोपों से इनकार किया है

उधर, एजेंसी संचालक मो आलम ने उपभोक्ताओं द्वारा लगाए गए कालाबाजारी के आरोपों को सिरे से खारिज कर दिया है।

उनका कहना है कि शहर में गैस की कमी होने के डर से लोग पैनिक बुकिंग जिससे वितरण व्यवस्था पर दबाव बढ़ गया है.

उन्होंने कहा कि एजेंसी द्वारा पूरी पारदर्शिता के साथ गैस का वितरण किया जा रहा है और कालाबाजारी जैसी कोई बात नहीं है.

जिला आपूर्ति विभाग की चुप्पी पर उठे सवाल

मुजफ्फरनगर गैस सिलेंडर की कमी इसे लेकर जहां शहर में हंगामा मचा हुआ है, वहीं जिला आपूर्ति विभाग की ओर से अभी तक कोई स्पष्ट प्रतिक्रिया नहीं आयी है.

उपभोक्ताओं का कहना है कि अगर प्रशासन ने समय रहते स्थिति पर नियंत्रण नहीं किया तो समस्या और भी गंभीर हो सकती है.

लोगों ने चेतावनी दी है कि यदि जल्द ही गैस आपूर्ति सुचारू नहीं की गई और कालाबाजारी करने वालों के खिलाफ कार्रवाई नहीं की गई तो वे बड़ा आंदोलन करने को मजबूर होंगे।

गैस संकट के कारण रसोई की आदतें बदल गईं

गैस सिलेंडर की कमी और भविष्य में संभावित बढ़ती समस्याओं को देखते हुए शहर की कई महिलाएं अब अपनी रसोई की आदतें बदलने लगी हैं।

मुजफ्फरनगर गैस सिलेंडर की कमी इसके कारण कई घरों में एलपीजी की खपत कम करने के लिए वैकल्पिक साधनों का उपयोग बढ़ गया है।

महिलाएं अब इलेक्ट्रिक केतली, इंडक्शन स्टोव और माइक्रोवेव जैसे वे उपकरणों का अधिक उपयोग करने लगे हैं ताकि गैस बचाई जा सके।

छोटे-छोटे कार्यों के लिए इलेक्ट्रिक केतली का उपयोग बढ़ा

शहरवासी इंदु राठी बताया कि अब वह चाय-पानी जैसे छोटे-मोटे काम के लिए गैस की जगह गैस का इस्तेमाल करेंगे। बिजली की केतली प्रयोग शुरू कर दिया है.

उन्होंने कहा कि इससे गैस की खपत कम होती है और रसोई गैस अधिक समय तक चलती है.

इसी तरह कई घरों में इंडक्शन चूल्हे का इस्तेमाल भी बढ़ गया है।

गैस बचाने के पारंपरिक तरीके भी अपनाए जा रहे हैं

नीरुपमा गोयल बताया कि पहले दूरदर्शन पर गैस बचाने के लिए कई जागरूकता अभियान चलाए गए थे, जिसमें खाना ढककर पकाने, धीमी आंच पर पकाने और प्रेशर कुकर का अधिक इस्तेमाल करने की बात कही गई थी।

उनका कहना है कि आज भी इन तरीकों को अपनाकर गैस की खपत को काफी हद तक कम किया जा सकता है।

खाना पकाने की योजना में भी बदलाव

अभिलाषा कपूर बताया कि अब घर पर खाना बनाने का प्लान भी बदला जा रहा है।

उन्होंने कहा कि योजना बनाकर एक ही बार में खाना बनाने का प्रयास किया जा रहा है, ताकि बार-बार गैस जलाने की जरूरत न पड़े.

इसके अलावा दाल, चावल और अन्य चीजों को पकाने से पहले दो से तीन घंटे तक भिगोया जाता है इसे रखने से गैस की खपत भी कम होती है।

मुजफ्फरनगर में गैस सिलेंडर की कमी ने जहां उपभोक्ताओं की परेशानी बढ़ा दी है, वहीं लोगों को अपनी रसोई की आदतें बदलने पर भी मजबूर कर दिया है। शहर में बढ़ते आक्रोश के बीच अब सबकी निगाहें प्रशासन और आपूर्ति विभाग पर है कि जल्द से जल्द गैस वितरण व्यवस्था को सुचारु किया जाए और कालाबाजारी जैसे आरोपों की निष्पक्ष जांच कराकर उपभोक्ताओं को राहत दी जाए.

The much-awaited wedding celebrations of Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Chadha are set to begin with grand festivities this week.

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav is all set to start a new chapter in his life as he will marry his long-time partner Vanshika Chadha on March 14, 2026, in the beautiful hill town of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand. This marriage has taken place at a time when Kuldeep was a part of India’s historic victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup just a few days ago.

Preparations for the grand ceremony are already underway at the historic Savoy Hotel in Mussoorie, where the pre-wedding festivities have begun with traditional ceremonies including haldi, mehendi and sangeet. After the wedding, a grand reception will be organized in Lucknow on March 17, which is expected to be attended by many prominent personalities from the world of cricket, politics and business.

star studded guest list

Several current and former members of the India national cricket team are expected to attend the wedding ceremony.According to reports, the guest list includes:Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Sunil GavaskarRinku Singh, Tilak Verma, Suresh RainaMohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla

Chahal and Tilak Verma shared enthusiasm

Meanwhile, fellow Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal Reached Dehradun on Friday and expressed excitement about attending the wedding of his close friend.Chahal said, “I am very excited for my brother’s wedding. I will dance a lot and enjoy.”Meanwhile, Tilak Verma said that he plans to enjoy the wedding celebrations before turning his focus to the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season with Mumbai Indians.Tilak said, “We are going to Kuldeep’s wedding to have fun. After that we will prepare for the IPL.”

A special moment after World Cup glory

Kuldeep’s wedding celebration comes at a particularly memorable time in his career. The spinner was part of the Indian team that recently won the T20 World Cup 2026, defeating New Zealand in the final, India’s third title in the history of the tournament.

Experts said that between 2017 and 2019, there was no proper public transport service, due to which many citizens bought two-wheelers for short distance travel or from home to the railway station and back.

Mumbai: It’s been almost three years since the pandemic hit and then subsided, but annual bike registration numbers in the city remain behind pre-Covid levels and have not returned to “normalcy”, the latest shows. Transport Department statistics. In contrast, private car registration numbers in 2022 are 37 per cent higher than the pre-Covid year of 2019.

Bike registration numbers were higher between 2017 and 2019 when the city’s public transport was considered “inadequate and unaffordable”. However, the latest bike registration figures for 2022 show that they are 12 per cent lower than the pre-Covid year of 2019 and 22 per cent lower than annual registrations in 2018.

Experts said that between 2017 and 2019, there was no proper public transport service, due to which many citizens bought two-wheelers for short distance travel or from home to the railway station and back.

Experts said with BEST reducing the fare for 5 km to Rs 6 for AC buses since mid-2019 and the introduction of several AC feeders and shorter routes in the last few years, there has been no significant increase in bike registrations in the city. Besides, people have started moving out of their homes since last year and traveling by trains, taxis, autorickshaws and buses and do not need bikes, some experts said.

From AV Shenoy Mumbai Mobility Forum said, “There are two possible reasons why the two-wheeler population has touched pre-Covid levels. First, public transport, especially BEST bus services, has improved a lot across the city. The 2019 decision by then BMC Commissioner Praveen Pardeshi to cut bus fares and make it affordable for the common man has played a significant role in many people switching to BEST. The daily ridership has increased to 36 lakh compared to pre-Covid 32 lakh.”

Shenoy further said that the common man’s mode of transport is scooter or bike, which are seen in large numbers outside SRA flats, chawls and slums. “If they get affordable public transport, they would not like to buy more two-wheelers for themselves or for family transportation,” Shenoy said.

Shenoy said, the second major reason was that people were hit economically during Covid and it affected the purchasing power of the lower class and middle class, where a large section buys two-wheelers.

Retired senior transport officer KT Golani said many citizens prefer to switch to electric two-wheelers and there are some low-end categories where registration of vehicles is not required. “So possibly, there are two-wheelers that are sold but not registered and that has no impact on Transport Department statisticsGolani said.

rto However, sources said the bike with an electric motor whose power is less than 250W and a maximum speed of 25 kmph will not be a big seller. As for registered electric bikeMumbai has more than 15,000 so far and are included in the transport statistics every year.

A two-wheeler dealer from the eastern suburbs said sales of scooters and motorcycles are usually higher during Ganeshotsav, Dussehra, Diwali, Akshaya Tritiya, Gudi Padwa and other festivals. “Though there were not significant sales in some months in the last two years, sales during the festive season were always high,” he said.

One rto The official said the annual bike registration number was about 20,000 less in 2022 compared to the pre-Covid level of 2019.

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According to the latest data from the Regional Transport Office, vehicle registrations in Pune increased by 45% in 2022 compared to the previous year. Registrations also surpassed 2019’s pre-pandemic level.

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Dubai’s Global Village remained closed; Eid fireworks celebrations canceled / Image: File

Dubai’s popular cultural attraction Global Village will not host its traditional Eid Al Fitr fireworks celebration this year, as the destination will remain closed until further notice amid precautionary safety measures announced by the authorities.The announcement comes just days before the expected Eid holidays, disappointing many residents and tourists who usually gather at the venue for spectacular fireworks displays at the end of Ramadan. Officials said the decision follows nationwide government directives banning fireworks and drone shows as part of broader safety precautions.Global Village, one of Dubai’s most visited seasonal attractions, has been closed for more than two weeks and will remain closed until further notice as authorities continue to monitor the evolving regional situation.

Dubai Global Village Eid fireworks canceled for 2026

Organizers confirmed that all planned Eid Al Fitr fireworks and drone shows have been canceled this year. The popular open-air attraction usually hosts massive fireworks displays during major holidays, drawing thousands of visitors each evening.However, the venue said it was complying with official government guidelines that temporarily ban fireworks and drone entertainment across the country.The cancellation marks a significant change for the festive period, as fireworks have long been a highlight of Eid celebrations at the venue. Last season, colorful displays illuminated Dubai’s skyline while visitors enjoyed shopping, dining and live performances.

Why was Global Village closed for Ramadan 2026?

The extended closure is linked to heightened regional tensions in the Middle East, which have prompted authorities to take extra security precautions at major public places. The ongoing regional conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has prompted governments across the Gulf to reevaluate public events and gatherings as a precaution.Reports indicate that the UAE has recently intercepted several ballistic missiles and drones launched from Iran, highlighting the seriousness of the situation and the need for vigilance. As a result, several major attractions in the UAE, including Dubai Parks and Resorts and Ain Dubai, have also been temporarily closed while authorities evaluate security conditions.

What visitors should know

Eid Al Fitr in the UAE is expected to begin around March 19, 2026, depending on the sighting of the crescent moon.Less than a week before the holidays, officials advise residents and tourists to stay updated about announcements about reopening or changes to scheduled events through Global Village’s official website and social media channels.This popular attraction, known for its international pavilions, street food, shopping stalls and cultural performances representing over 90 countries, typically attracts millions of visitors every season.Although some Eid celebrations may be overshadowed by the cancellation of fireworks, officials say security remains a top priority given the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.

New Delhi: American far-right activist and staunch supporter of the US President. donald trumpLaura Loomer on Saturday apologized for some of her earlier “anti-India” social media posts after they sparked online backlash as being racist and offensive.Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Loomer criticized social media platforms. “I apologize if my comments offended people. I am here in India this week and will be spending several days traveling around the country,” she said.

However, Loomer claimed that she would not apologize for her stance against the H-1B visa program in the United States.She said, “I am not going to apologize for opposing the H-1B visa program, because my job is to stand up for American interests. Our immigration and labor laws have been exploited and abused. I will continue to fight for American workers who are struggling to find employment.”Controversy arose after Loomer arrived in India for the conclave, with many social media users highlighting her earlier posts that contained lewd stereotypes and derogatory comments about Indians, including comments about cleanliness and intelligence.As soon as he posted about his arrival, comments resurfaced and quickly went viral, triggering widespread criticism.Clarifying his position, Loomer said that he has no enmity towards India or Hindus. “There is no hatred in my heart for India or Hindu people,” he said.She said, “I don’t come from a place of hate; my comments come from a place of love for my people and my country.”Loomer also criticized Pakistan and accused it of supporting extremist networks. He said, “Pakistan’s biggest export to the world is Islamic terrorism, and I don’t think the United States should sympathize with the Pakistani government at all.”“Pakistan operates as an openly jihadist and pro-Sharia state, and when you look at many Islamic terrorist attacks around the world, there is often some connection to Pakistan,” he said.