Varanasi: Several social and voluntary organisation hosted events to mark the 188th birth anniversary of Rani Laxmi Bai, at her birthplace in Assi on Saturday.Scores of members of the Rashtriya Sevika Samiti and other organisations congregated at the birthplace of the queen of Jhansi and paid tributes to her. Later, a grand religious procession was taken out, with a girl riding horse, replicating Rani LaxmiBbai.The procession culminated at Goenka Sanskrit Mahavidyalaya premises, where students from various institutions performed cultural activities. Samitis speakers threw light on the contributions and struggle of Rani Laxmibai against British rulers.Meanwhile, celebrations of her birth anniversary were also evident at Kirti Chowk in cantonment area.We also published the following articles recently4 men charged in theft of satirical golden toilet titled America, at Churchills birthplaceFour men have been charged over the theft of an 18-carat gold toilet from Blenheim Palace in England. The toilet, valued at $5.95 million, was part of an art installation and was stolen in September 2019. The suspects, aged 35-39, are accused of burglary and conspiracy to transfer criminal property. The toilet, titled America and created by artist Maurizio Cattelan, has never been found. Its theft caused significant damage to the 18th-century palace. The suspects will appear in court on November 28.Vijay Raghavendra pays heartfelt tribute to late wife Spandana on third-month anniversary of her passingKannada actor Vijay Raghavendra paid tribute to his late wife, Spandana, on the third-month anniversary of her death. He shared a heartfelt post on Instagram expressing his deep emotions and the void she left. Their teenage son, Shourya, also posted a touching message, reminiscing about happier times with his mother. Spandanas untimely death due to a heart attack in Bangkok deeply affected her family and loved ones. The tributes and posts on social media serve as a testament to the enduring impact of her presence in their lives.Actress Sasilaya quits Ponni c/o Rani midwayTV actress Sasilaya has announced her departure from the show Ponni c/o Rani through her social media handle. She made her acting debut in the web series Kadhal Kasaguthu and has appeared in various short films. Sasilaya also acted in TV serials such as Vanadhai Pola and Meenakshi Ponnuga. The series Ponni c/o Rani premiered in June 2022 and revolves around the story of Ponni and her mother, focusing on Ponnis marriage and the obstacles she faces.

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