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<ul><li>The upper house of the Parliament today passed the <keyword id="6358953" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Transgender">Transgender</keyword> Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2019. </li><li>The bill defines trangender as a person whose gender is not the one assigned at the time of birth. </li><li>It seeks a ‘certificate of identity’ that labels their gender as “transgender.” </li><li>The bill was introduced in the lower house of the parliament on July 19 and was passed in August 2019. </li></ul>The upper house of the Parliament today passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2019. The bill was tabled in <keyword id="48510" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rajya-Sabha">Rajya Sabha</keyword> on November 20, after which several members demanded to move the matter to a select parliamentary committee. The bill was introduced in the lower house of the Parliament on July 19 and was passed in August 2019. The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2019, which claims to protect the rights of transgenders and empower them has also been widely opposed by trans community. The LGBTQ community has been opposing the proposed legislation saying that the bill is violating individual rights. The bill defines trangender as a person whose gender is not the one assigned at the time of birth. It seeks a ‘certificate of identity’ that labels their gender as “transgender”. And if someone from the community seeks to change their gender to male of female, the administrative officer will check for the ‘correctness’ of the revised medical certificate. The bill, which includes trans-men and trans-women, persons with intersex variations, gender-queers, and persons with socio-cultural identities is in contrast with the Supreme Court’s judgement that granted protection rights to transgendered people — including self determination of gender and no mandatory medical certificate. Forced labour, any denial from use of public places, physical, sexual or emotional abuse have been listed as an <a href="https://www.prsindia.org/billtrack/transgender-persons-protection-rights-bill-2019">offence under the proposed bil</a>l. If challenged, the penalties include imprisonment of six months to two years, along with fine. The bill says that transgenders should not be discriminated against in terms of employment opportunities. However, it does not include reservations for the community either. India has nearly<a href="https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/mumbai-to-see-first-job-fair-to-hire-queer-and-diverse-employees-will-india-inc-bite-2195265.html"> 5%-10% queer employees</a> in the workforce. Of this, over half of them reported discrimination at work. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/policy/news/here-is-a-list-of-major-bills-to-be-introduced-in-the-winter-session-of-parliament/articleshow/72110677.cms">Here is a list of major bills to be introduced in the Winter Session of Parliament</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/policy/news/at-the-winter-parliament-session-india-intends-to-ban-commercial-surrogacy/articleshow/72120405.cms">India moves to regulate the thriving business of commercial surrogacy</a>

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India is gearing up to commemorate its 78th <keyword id="28240" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="independence-day" source="Orion">Independence Day</keyword> on August 15, 2024, with a lineup of patriotic events centred around Prime Minister Narendra <keyword id="6354642" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Modi" source="Orion">Modi</keyword>’s speech from the iconic <keyword id="6380456" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Red-Fort" source="Orion">Red Fort</keyword> in New Delhi. The festivities will kick off early in the morning, with Prime Minister Modi slated to raise the national flag at 7:30 AM. This momentous occasion will be broadcast live, allowing citizens nationwide—and around the globe—to partake in the celebrations. Following this, Prime Minister Modi will deliver his 11th consecutive <keyword id="400912" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Independence-Day-speech" source="Orion">Independence Day speech</keyword>, a highly anticipated event that draws millions of viewers each year. In his address, Prime Minister Modi is expected to highlight the nation’s progress over the past year, set forth future aspirations, and elaborate on pivotal policies aimed at advancing India’s vision of becoming a developed nation. This year’s speech will centre on the theme of "Viksit Bharat", reflecting the government’s ambition to transform India into a developed country by 2047. The theme underscores a broad spectrum of development—from education and healthcare to infrastructure and technology—to enhance India's global stature through economic growth, social progress and sustainable development. The address will also honour the brave freedom fighters whose sacrifices paved the way for the country’s independence. For those eager to catch this significant event, here's how you can tune in: Television Broadcast: The ceremony will be live on Doordarshan, India’s public service broadcaster, renowned for its comprehensive coverage of national events. Live Streaming: If you prefer digital platforms, the live broadcast will be accessible on the Press Information Bureau (PIB) YouTube channel. Additionally, updates and live coverage will be available on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) through the official handles @PIB_India and @PMOIndia. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="112515091" title="Independence Day 2024: Theme, history, PM Modi&amp;#39;s address and guest list" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> Post-speech, Independence Day celebrations will feature a spectacular parade showcasing India’s military prowess, cultural diversity and technological strides. The parade will highlight advanced military equipment, vibrant cultural performances, and the latest in technology, from space exploration to digital advancements and sustainable energy. In the evening, landmarks and monuments across the nation will be bathed in the tricolour lights, creating a festive ambiance. From Rashtrapati Bhavan to the Gateway of India, these illuminated symbols of national pride and unity will reflect the spirit of the day.

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<keyword id="19895063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="india" source="keywords">India</keyword> and <keyword id="19899242" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="france" source="keywords">France</keyword> agreed to adopt the Defence Industrial Roadmap and explore opportunities for partnership in the defence industrial sector and prioritise co-designing, co-development and co-production, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday. In a press briefing regarding French President <keyword id="19912191" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="emmanuel-macron" source="keywords">Emmanuel Macron</keyword>'s ongoing state visit to India, Foreign Secretary <keyword id="20344014" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="vinay-kwatra" source="keywords">Vinay Kwatra</keyword> said that both countries agreed upon the production and manufacturing to harness the compatibilities and competencies to further strengthen defence cooperation. "The two countries have agreed to adopt a defence production roadmap. Now, the name itself is very clear that the focus and the priority of defence cooperation through this roadmap is to actually identify opportunities for partnership in the defence industrial sector that prioritize co-designing, co-development, coproduction with the whole, and also building the defence supply chains between the two countries," he said. He added, "In terms of the range of domains, including the technology space that the industrial roadmap will aim to achieve, it would include both air and space technologies, maritime technology, including the underwater domain awareness. It's a new space which is coming up naturally, the equipment and the systems related to the land warfare, and also robotics and artificial intelligence as also autonomous vehicles and platforms, and cyber defence." French President Emmanuel <keyword id="19899245" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="macron" source="keywords">Macron</keyword> is on a visit to India and was also the Chief Guest in the Republic Day Parade today. Kwatra also described the details of the third visit of the French President to India and shared that in this visit President Emmanuel Macron is accompanied by a 40-member delegation. He said, "French President is accompanied by a 40-member strong delegation. The delegation includes three ministers, ministers of foreign affairs, defence and culture. As we speak, the external affairs minister is meeting his French counterpart, the newly appointed foreign Minister of France Stephane Sejourne...This is the 6th time that a French leader has come for India's Republic Day, the maximum for any country..." When asked about the Safran-India Shakti jet engines deal, the Indian envoy to France, Jawed Ashraf informed that the issue has always been a discussion between the two leaders and is part of the defence industry roadmap. He said, "This is a subject of ongoing discussions... Now, the issue is really about arriving at a set of specifications that comply with our future fighter jet requirements. So this always features in the conversation between the President and the Prime Minister, because what we are looking for is not just a manufacturing transfer of technology, which essentially keeps you going with the same crutches that you have been going on for the last six decades but to work in the actual design phase, metallurgical aspects, etc." Envoy Jawed Ashraf added, "So Safran is fully willing to do it with 100 per cent transfer of technology in design development, certification, production and so on and so forth. But it's obviously a very complex subject, and it has to fit in with the overall future requirements. So these discussions will continue to take place, and that's also part of the defence industry roadmap." Earlier in the day, a 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France participated in the 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi. French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday expressed his thanks for the "great honour for France" as his country's troops and aircraft are invited to march in the 75th Republic Parade of India. "A great honor for France. Thank you, India," posted Marcron on X as Kartavya Path witnessed a march past by a combined band and marching contingent of the French Armed Forces. The marching members were drawn from the French Foreign Legion, a well-known and unique corps of about 10,000 men from around the world, including India, who marched on the Kartavya Path. This came a few months after Indian troops and aircraft paraded in Paris for the 2023 Bastille Day. Macron, who arrived in India on Thursday in Jaipur held a bilateral discussion with Prime Minister Modi. PM Modi said that it is a matter of great pride that the French President was participating in the 75th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi.

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New Delhi, As Indians across the world gear up to celebrate the <keyword id="10606657" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="72nd-republic-day">72nd Republic Day</keyword>, Twitter on Monday announced the <keyword id="6356110" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="launch">launch</keyword> of a specially dedicated <keyword id="859539" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="emoji">emoji</keyword> to mark this momentous occasion. The unique emoji design depicts the <keyword id="15141" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Air-Force">Indian Air Force</keyword> (IAF) fly past in the Indian tri-colours. The flypast soars the skies as part of the Republic Day celebrations each year. "With Covid-19 restrictions in place, we needed to find a way to bring the parade to the virtual public square. This year's emoji is not only a special tribute to the fly past - the showstopper of the parade each year - it is a way of bringing people together in the spirit of celebration," Payal Kamat, Public Policy, <keyword id="749437" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Twitter-India">Twitter India</keyword> said in a statement. President Ramnath Kovind will <keyword id="6354904" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="tweet">tweet</keyword> with the emoji, calling upon Indians in the country and across the world to revel in the celebrations and sentiments of national pride and unity. The IAF too will Tweet out the emoji and urge citizens to use the hashtag #TouchTheSkies and show their respect to men and women in Blue as they soar the skies on Republic Day. The emoji will be live until 30 January and will be available in English as well as ten Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Urdu, Kannada, Punjabi. Marathi, Malayalam, Bengali, Telugu, Gujarati. This is the sixth year Twitter has supported Republic Day in India with a dedicated emoji. Previously, the service has added zing to the Republic Day conversations with emojis representing the map of India, Indian tricolour, India Gate, Ashoka Chakra, and a tricolour symbol of India Gate. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/an-american-electric-car-maker-explains-why-it-took-a-different-route-than-elon-musks-tesla-tata-motors-or-mahindra/articleshow/80442243.cms?upcache=2">An American electric car maker explains why it took a different route than Elon Musk’s Tesla, Tata Motors or Mahindra</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/new-realme-stores-in-india-and-ceo-says-there-is-plan-for-new-devices/articleshow/80443801.cms">EXCLUSIVE: Realme plans to open 500 new stores in 2021⁠— the CEO reveals the company will go beyond smartphones in the 5G era</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/amplify-ai-the-conversational-ai-startup-founded-by-two-south-asians-has-scored-big-with-brands-and-governments/articleshow/80443958.cms">From Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' win to the Modi government's COVID-19 reach out⁠— a startup founded by two South Asians has scored big with brands and governments</a>

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(Image Credit- Reuters) <ul><li>Godrej India Culture Lab, part of <keyword id="133008" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Godrej-group">Godrej Group</keyword>, is developing a manifesto for Indian companies to address issues affecting <keyword id="6358953" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Transgender">transgender</keyword> people, particularly employment opportunities. </li><li>Nearly 92% of the transgender population in India aren’t able to participate in any economic activity, according to a National Human Rights Commission Report. </li><li>While the central and state governments have introduced 249 schemes to address the issues affecting transgenders in India, only Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU GKY) has mentioned transgender people as beneficiaries. </li></ul>Indian companies have a pressing need to adopt policies that address fair employment opportunities for the LGBTQ community at workplaces, particularly the transgender population. To address this, Godrej India Culture Lab, part of the Godrej Group has launched <a href="https://indiaculturelab.org/assets/Uploads/Godrej-India-Culture-Lab-Trans-Inclusion-Manifesto-Paper.pdf">‘A Manifesto for Trans Inclusion in The Indian Workplace</a>’ to help curb the struggle faced by the transgender population in the country. The manifesto sheds light on how Indian corporates can make the working environment more conducive for transgender staff as well as the larger LGBTQ workforce. The report cited a 2016 World Bank report that found a clear link between marginalisation and loss in GDP in a study of 39 countries. As of 2016, India saw a loss of up to ₹32 billion, or 1.7% of the country’s GDP ‘only because of <keyword id="469230" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="homophobia">homophobia</keyword> and <keyword id="1058345" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Transphobia">transphobia</keyword>.’ To be sure, Many Indian companies have begun taking steps to address the issue. For instance, Tata Steel—which already has a resource group for its transgender and LGBTQ employees—launched initiatives to offer financial support for gender affirmation procedures. Not only this, but it also has single-cubicle gender-neutral washrooms, Economic Times reported earlier. India currently lacks consolidated large-scale efforts to approach the discrimination faced by transgender people, highlights the manifesto. While the central and state governments on India have introduced 249 schemes to address the issues of transgenders in India, only Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU GKY), a central government scheme mentions ‘transgenders.’ Additionally, nearly 92% of India’s transgender population find it hard to find any economic opportunity they can participate in. Moreover, less than half of them have access to education, with 62% of the half facing abuse and discrimination, said the manifesto citing National Human Rights Commission <a href="http://nhrc.nic.in/publications/annual-reports">Report. </a> Lack of awareness Even though the Indian government has put in some effort to protect the transgender community and recently introduced an amended bill, the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill, 2018, with 27 amendments, it has attracted the ire of the community. One of the main things the bill gets wrong is the definition of the word ‘transgender’ itself, according to community members. "The amended bill, which apart from an improved definition of the term transgender, continues to be unacceptable and needs to be redrafted or withdrawn," a group of transgender community members told IANS, adding the version of the Bill criminalises trans people for organised begging, while denying any opportunities in education, employment, healthcare through reservation. The manifesto also highlighted the importance of awareness and education and the importance of not conflating transgender with intersex. Specifically, it cites a definition offered by Sampoorna, a group of trans and Intersex Indians as: ‘’Transgender persons are those individuals who are social, legally and medically categorised as being either male or female, but who assert that this is not their self-identity and/or expression. Transgender people may or may not be intersex.” With IANS inputs See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/here-are-10-pictures-from-delhis-first-pride-parade-since-indias-supreme-court-lifted-ban-on-gay-sex/articleshow/66809333.cms">Here are 10 pictures from Delhi’s first Pride parade since India’s Supreme Court lifted ban on gay sex</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/section-377-verdict-whats-next-for-india/articleshow/65716873.cms">Section 377 verdict: What’s next for India?</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/section-377-verdict-indias-top-court-decriminalises-homosexuality-in-landmark-verdict/articleshow/65697010.cms">Section 377 Verdict: India’s top court decriminalises homosexuality in landmark verdict</a>

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Darren Jackson, D-Wake, speaks on the House floor as North Carolina lawmakers gather for a special session Wednesday, March 23, 2016 in Raleigh, N.C.</div></div></div>North Carolina legislators decided to rein in local governments by approving a bill Wednesday that prevents cities and counties from passing their own anti-discrimination rules.The legislation, if enacted, would deal a blow to the LGBT movement after success with protections in cities across the country.The Republican-controlled General Assembly took action after the city of Charlotte recently approved a broad anti-discrimination measure that allows transgender people to use the restroom aligned with their gender identity.The Senate voted for the measure hours after the House had already passed it by a wide margin. The vote was 32-0 in the Senate, after Democratic senators walked out in protest, <a href="http://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article67845317.html">according to The Charlotte Observer</a>. Legislators now will ask Gov. Pat McCrory, a Republican, to sign it into law. McCrory, the mayor of Charlotte for 14 years, has criticized the local ordinance but his office didn't immediately respond to questions about whether he will sign the bill into law.Just before 8 p.m. Wednesday, McCrory's office said the governor would likely approve the bill, <a href="http://wncn.com/2016/03/23/nc-general-assembly-debates-overruling-charlotte-transgender-ordinance/">according to WNCN</a>.Earlier this week, a top aide had concerns about the bill's scope - raising questions about what the governor's response will be.Republicans and their allies have said intervening is necessary to protect the safety of women and children. There have been arguments that any man - perhaps a sex offender - could enter a woman's restroom or locker room simply by calling himself transgender."It's common sense - biological men should not be in women's showers, locker rooms and bathrooms," said GOP Rep. Dean Arp of Monroe before the chamber voted 84-24 for the legislation after nearly three hours of debate.<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table center"><div><div class="image on-image">REUTERS/Lucy NicholsonA gender-neutral bathroom is seen at the University of California, Irvine in Irvine, California, September 30, 2014.</div></div></div>Representatives for gay rights groups said the legislation demonizes the community and espouses bogus claims about increasing the risk of sexual assaults. They say the bill will deny lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people essential protections needed to ensure they can get a hotel room, hail a taxi or dine at a restaurant without fear."Charlotte's law is not unusual, unique or radical," said Chris Sgro, executive director of Equality North Carolina. "A special session to deal with such an ordinance is radical, unique and unusual."GOP leaders scheduled the one-day session at the cost of $42,000 because Charlotte's ordinance was set to take effect April 1. Otherwise, the legislature wouldn't have returned until late April.The bill would bar local governments statewide from prohibiting discrimination in public places based on sexual orientation and gender identity. It directs all public schools, government agencies and public college campuses to require bathrooms or locker rooms be designated for use only by people based on their biological sex.Transgender people who have transitioned to the opposite sex wouldn't be affected if they get their birth certificate changed.<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table center"><div><div class="image on-image">Mike Theiler/Reuters</div></div></div>Democrats said the bill makes North Carolina less inclusive and interferes with local governments. They say the state could also risk billions in federal education dollars with the school policy."This is really not about bathrooms," said Democratic Rep. Rodney Moore of Charlotte. "This is about fear."Madeline Goss, a transgender woman from Raleigh, told a House committee she grew up in western North Carolina but had to leave because she was bullied mercilessly there. LGBT protections, Goss said, make it safer for her to live and allow her to the restroom where she feels most comfortable."I can't use the men's room. I won't go back to the men's room. It is unsafe for me there. People like me die in there," Goss said.Chloe Jefferson, 16, a private school student in Greenville, 85 miles east of Raleigh, told the committee she's worried without legislative action, girls would soon have males changing their clothes in front of them."I think everyone has the freedom to believe in what they want," Jefferson said. "But they shouldn't change the laws for a small number of students that punish and single out the rest of us."<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table center"><div><div class="image on-image">Thomson ReutersA participant holds a rainbow coloured placard during Delhi Queer Pride Parade in New Delhi</div></div></div>In a video, Democratic Attorney General Roy Cooper, who is running for governor against McCrory, called Wednesday's actions "shameful" and "unprecedented" and said they could hurt the state's economy.Russell Peck, the governor's campaign manager, in turn accused Cooper of supporting "forcing women and young girls to use the same restrooms and locker rooms as grown men."Legislation requiring transgender students to use bathrooms corresponding with their birth gender have failed recently. South Dakota's legislature failed to override Gov. Dennis Daugaard's veto and a similar bill in Tennessee bill died Tuesday.The North Carolina bill also would also make clear local governments can't require area businesses to pay workers above the current minimum wage, with some exceptions.___Associated Press writer Emery P. Dalesio contributed to this report.

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Things that kept the internet ticking this year were an eclectic mix of serious and not-so-serious things, with some being even more downright hilarious. Nevertheless, people love their share of humour when mixed with a generous amount of responsibility that comes with voicing their opinions on the social media. What kept the internet abuzz these 12 months in 2015? Read on! 
 
Modi’s Suit: 
 
This was something that was somewhere between funny and serious. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s sartorial choice for a meeting with US President Barack Obama, who was in India as chief guest for Republic Day parade, was something that was widely shared, spoken about and scrutinized. The pin striped suit with Modi’s name embroidered for the stripes was really something that Indians will discuss for years to come. The suit was later auctioned. 
 
<keyword id="3089868" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Dadri-lynching-incident">Dadri lynching incident</keyword>: 
 
Mohammed Akhlaq in Uttar Pradesh was lynched to death over rumours that he had stored the banned beef in his refrigerator. This was something that shocked the secular nation. The alleged murder sent shockwaves across the country and social media went abuzz discussing the ghastly crime that occurred over the rumours that were instigated by a section of people. 
 
Lass behind the loss: 
 
Why did India lose the world cup? A volley of abusive tweets and opinions went back and forth over the presence of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli’s girlfriend and actor Anushka Sharma’s presence among the audience at the final match. She was cited as the reason why India didn’t play well enough to bring the cup of glory home. Really, this one took the cake. 
 
International Yoga Day: 
 
With yoga being given the international status with a day being dedicated to this ancient art of well being of mind and body, International Yoga Day observed in January this year saw thousands of participants including Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Social media went all thrilled with the news and widely shared the images with pride. 
 
Call me Caitlyn: 
 
Former Athlete Bruce Jenner’s gender transformation into Catilyn Jenner with a super sexy cover on Vogue had the news being discussed both for its seriousness and the underlying dark humour which some saw. Catilyn emerging from the closet was bold, and of course, equally beautiful. Some welcomed it and some derided the decision of sex change. Caitlyn was loved and hated, in equal measure. 
 
Bieber’s butt: 
 
#TurnAroundJustin trended on twitter when pop star (or poop star, as some would insist) Justin Bieber posted a picture of his nude backside against the backdrop of a breathtaking ocean while he stood on a yacht. Bieber fans, and haters went into full fan mode and generously used the hashtag to get his attention. Nothing sold like this booty this year! 
 
Maggi Ban: 
 
The re-entry of India’s favourite instant noodles Maggi, which had seen generations growing up on this comfort food was not as much a news as its ban was. When Maggi was banned over high presence of lead, the country went berserk and constant denial mode. Students and street hawkers who depended on Maggi went into a brooding mode. 
 
Cecil’s death: 
 
Killing of a lion by hunter Walter Palmer in Africa had environmentalists and social activists furiously typing out their anger against this inhuman end to the life of this animal. The killing was described, and redescribed till the internet bayed for Palmer’s blood. Cecil was dearly missed. 
 
The blue-gold dress: 
 
This is what set the tone for the year. Images of Ellen’s dress with a question “blue and black or white and gold” had almost all celebrities across the world giving out their answer in response. Some of the white-and-gold believers turned out disappointed because the dress was blue-and-black. It was a fun thing, nevertheless, that broke the internet early this year. 
 
 The ‘mistaken’ miss: 
 
Steve Harvey takes the crown, the sash and the cash award for being the biggest dumb anchor in the history of events. Or so did the social media judge him. The popular anchor for Miss World Pageants since many years, goofed up big time when he announced the name of Miss Colombia as Miss World, while the real winner was Miss Philippines. Mistake was rectified later. However, the issue didn’t lose steam for days after that. 
 
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