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Sadra Kafallakacha’ ghazal collection released

Pune, June 15 (UNI) The launch of “Sadra Kafallakacha”, the debut ghazal collection by poet Sudhir Mulik, was held in a vibrant literary atmosphere at S.M. Joshi Hall, Navi Peth, Pune, during the prestigious Marathi ghazal event “Ghazalrang,” organized by Mai Publications and presented by Suresh Bhat Ghazal Manch, Pune.
The event attracted a large gathering of literature enthusiasts, poets, ghazal writers, and admirers of Marathi poetry.
The book was formally released by renowned poet Kishor Kadam (Soumitra). Distinguished guests included Urdu ghazal poet and Additional District Collector Monika Singh, literary figure Dagdudada Lomte from Ambajogai, and Mamta Sindhutai Sapkal, President of the Saptasindhu Women’s Support, Child Care and Education Foundation.
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They are not students; they are terrorists: Sadabhau Khot sparks nationwide fury by branding NEET protesters as extremists

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NEET agitation gains momentum as film fraternity backs students

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Mumbai , Jul 21 (UNI) The ongoing student agitation in Delhi over alleged NEET examination irregularities and the demand for the resignation of the union Education Minister has intensified significantly, drawing strong support from prominent figures across the Bollywood and Marathi film industries.

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