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Sex workers in Kolkata seek social status

Sex workers in Kolkata seek social status Kolkata, Mar 30 : Sex workers in Kolkata have geared up to pressurise political parties for recognition of their profession and acceptance in society.

In the red light district of Sonagachi, which falls under the North Kolkata Constituency, the sex workers under the banner of Durbar Mahila Samanya Committee have placed a charter of demands before each political party of West Bengal in the ensuing elections to the Lok Sabha.

The main demand of these workers is application of labour rights for their profession.

Katy Perry loves long-distance relationships

Katy Perry loves long-distance relationshipsNew Delhi, Mar 30 : Singer Katy Perry has revealed that she loves to be involved in long-distance relationships, as they give her the opportunity to have her own space.

The 'I Kissed A girl' hitmaker says that she likes the idea of having her own time, and the feeling of longing to meet her lover, reports China Daily.

"I love long-distance relationships. I love my space, and that feeling of not being able to see someone and then seeing them again for a week," she said.

Sex and the City sequel to be filmed in U.K.

Sex and the City sequel to be filmed in U.K.New Delhi, Mar 30 : 'Sex and the City' sequel, featuring Sarah Jessica Parker and Chris Noth in the lead role, will reportedly be filmed in Britain.

Multifarious important scenes between Sarah Jessica's character Carrie and Chris Noth's character Big will be shot in the U. K., reports the China Daily.

"The sequel will include key scenes of Carrie Bradshaw and her husband Big in London, possibly shooting this winter for six weeks," a source said.

Dalai Lama lands India's support to Tibetan cause

Dalai Lama lands India's support to Tibetan causeNew Delhi, Mar 30 : The Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, on Monday landed the support provided by the Indian Government and public to the Tibetan cause.

Govt. further hikes PSU officers pay

Govt. further hikes PSU officers pay

SC suspends Kangra medical college principal over ragging death

SC suspends Kangra medical college principal over ragging deathNew Delhi, Mar 30 : The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the suspension of the principal of Rajendra Prasad Medical College in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, where first-year medical science student Aman Kachroo was ragged and beaten to death by his seniors.

The apex court has also sought an explanation from the Andhra Pradesh Government as to why no criminal case was registered against the principal of Bapatla Agricultural and Engineering College where a female student attempted suicide after being forced to dance nude by seniors.

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