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Haitilibre.comHaïti - Health : «Sida, mwen pap pran, mwen pap bay»Haitilibre.comSunday at St. Therese Park in Pétion-Ville, the Presidential Couple, proceeded with the celebration of World AIDS Day on the theme « Sida, mwen pap pran, mwen pap bay » in the presence of several members of the government including Dr. Florence D.

44th IIFI to pay special tribute to Pran

Last year, the film festival paid a special homage to Yash Chopra

The 44th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) which will be held in Goa from November 20-30 will pay tribute to Pran. The legendary Bollywood villain passed away in July this year. Three of his films - Jis Desh Main Ganga Behti Hai, Madhumati and - will be screened during the film festival.

The films will be screened on the third and fourth day of the festival. Pran's son Sunil Sikand and daughter Pinky Bhalla will be present for the screening. Pran 's wife Shukla Sikand too is expected to be present.

IFFI director Shankar Mohan said, "As per the festival's tradition, IFFI pays tribute to noted film personalities who passed away in the year preceding the festival. IFFI invites their family members, friends and well-wishers to attend the screenings of the artiste's best works."

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The 44th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) which is being held in Goa from November 20-30 will pay tribute to Pran. The legendary Bollywood villain passed away in July this year. Three of his films -- Jis Desh Main Ganga Behti Hai, Madhumati and Zanjeer -- will be screened.

Pran's son Sunil Sikand and daughter Pinky Bhalla will be present for the screening. The film will be screened on the third or the fourth day of the festival. Pran's wife Shukla Sikand is also slated to attend.

IFFI director Shankar Mohan says, "As per the festival's tradition, IFFI pays tribute to noted film personalities who passed away in the year preceding the festival. IFFI invites their family members, friends and well-wishers to attend the screenings of the artiste's best works."

Last year, a special homage was paid to Yash Chopra at the festival.

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Pran Brand Tumeric Recalled For High Lead Levels, 1 Illness Reported

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OnTime Distribution Inc. of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Pran brand Tumeric powder because it contains high levels of lead that could cause health problems. One illness has been reported. Consumers who have purchased this product should not eat it.

Analysis of the recalled product found that it contained lead levels as high as 28 and 42 parts per million (ppm). The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) action level for lead in water is 15 ppb.

Pregnant women, infants and young children are especially at risk as exposure to lead can impair brain development and impair kidney and nervous system function. Anyone concerned about blood lead levels should contact their physician to ask about testing.

The recalled product was distributed in New York and New Jersey through retail stores and direct delivery. It was sold in clear plastic jars with yellow plastic lids: Net Wt. 8.82 oz./250 gm with UPC 8 31730 0055 and "best before" date of 26 OCT 14, and Net Wt. 14.1 oz./400 gm with UPC 8 46656 00209 4. and BEST BEFORE: 15 JAN 15.

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PRAN brand Spice Powder TURMERIC recalled

OnTime Distribution of Brooklyn, N.Y., is recalling PRAN brand Spice Powder TURMERIC because it was found to contain high levels of lead that could cause health problems to consumers, particularly infants, small children, and pregnant women if consumed. Recent analysis of the product found that it contained lead levels as high as 28 and 42 parts per million (ppm).

One illness complaint has been received to date.

The product is packed in two different size clear plastic jars with yellow plastic lids:

Net Wt. 8.82 oz./250 gm with UPC 8 31730 00551 Net Wt. 14.1 oz./400 gm with UPC 8 46656 00209 4

The affected date codes are: BEST BEFORE: 26 OCT 14 and BEST BEFORE: 15 JAN 15.

PRAN brand Spice Powder TURMERIC was distributed in New York and New Jersey through retail stores and direct delivery.

Consumers who have purchased the product are urged not to consume it return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-718-417-1100, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm ET.

Looking ahead at the 2014 elections

With 2014 just round the corner and the Lok Sabha elections looming on the horizon, it appears that we have three potential outcomes ahead of us. One, the UPA could return to power. Two, the NDA could come to power. Three, there could be a coalition government with a hotchpotch of regional parties supported by the BJP or the Congress. All three of these options have been tried and tested in the past. Been there, seen it. Not surprisingly, all of them have similar shortcomings. None have any form of intra-party democracy whatsoever, all of them have hordes of corruption charges against their key members, all of them routinely give tickets to people with criminal records, none of them believe in having a transparent candidate selection process, and all their election campaigns are funded by black money. When it comes to bringing political parties under the ambit of RTI, not surprisingly, they are all unanimous in their opposition.

Let's look at the leadership of the three potential alternatives. The recent ordinance saga is a perfect demonstration of UPA's style of functioning. After weeks of internal deliberation and all-party meetings, the PM and his illustrious cabinet decide on an ordinance to aid criminals in politics. After mounting public criticism of the ordinance, Rahul Gandhi barges in at the eleventh hour and plays savior. It also proves that the current crop of UPA ministers, including the PM, are power hungry opportunists lacking even an iota of self-respect. Perhaps Rahul Gandhi is a little slow on the uptake and hence always a late entrant. He performed a similar "gig" on the Lokpal issue two years after the Lokpal battle was raging, with a speech in Parliament calling for Lokpal to be made an independent constitutional body. Of course, his rhetoric remained rhetoric and he did nothing to drive his party towards an acceptable Lokpal bill. There is little doubt that the Gandhis hold the real power in the UPA with no accountability whatsoever. How long is the country going to tolerate this arrangement?

As for the BJP, we have Mr. Modi who has been anointed their PM candidate. Many of his fans believe that he is his own man. "When you vote for Modi, you get Modi and not the BJP," they profess. "He has transformed Gujarat. He is not corrupt. He is a terrific administrator. India will develop under his leadership." His fans can go on and on... They dream of a Modi-wave sweeping the country, though the BJP is now for the most part just a party restricted to the Hindi-belt.

At a recent public meeting, Modi took the Pakistani PM to task for his purported comments in some obscure off-the-record conversation. It's a perfect example of irresponsible rabble-rousing of the kind that an aspiring PM should definitely avoid. At the same time, he has nothing to say on the ordinance because BJP has been equally culpable supporting it on the inside while pretending on the outside to be against it. Babu Bokhiria continues to remain in Modi's cabinet after being sentenced to three years imprisonment in the Rs. 54-crore illegal limestone mining case. Besides, there are 32 BJP MLAs in the Gujarat assembly facing criminal charges. Gujarat has had no Lokayukta for over ten years now. All of Modi's so-called good governance credentials can't hide the above mentioned baggage. Those who clamor for his ride to the PM's chair should think again. Is this the track record that we need in our future PM? And we haven't even mentioned the 2002 riots.

As for the third outcome, let's look at the potential leaders - Mulayam Singh Yadav, Mayawati, Jayalalitha, to name the top few. All three of them have disproportionate assets cases against them. Is the country going to be any better with such people at the helm of affairs?

If the UPA returns, it could be interpreted as the country having forgiven them for all their rampant corruption. A scary thought to say the least. At the same time, it could be the end of the BJP as we know it and a huge setback for Modi. If the BJP were to come to power, it would be an opportunity for Modi to try his hand at coalition politics, something completely alien to him. On the other hand, should a coalition of regional parties come to power, it will clearly mean that both the BJP and the Congress are further losing their significance as national parties.

Given the glaring deficiencies of all three options, it's a perfect time for the country to reject all three options, and send a message to the political class that it's time for a whole new kind of politics. Perhaps the likes of the Aam Aadmi party and the Loksatta party can provide the direction needed to take India into a more promising future.

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Morning Watch List

Boca Raton, FL -- ( SBWIRE) -- 09/16/2013 -- StockFreak scours the market on a daily basis looking for the hottest penny stocks that may be the next big runners. StockFreak focuses on updating investors with recent news on the U.S. stock market, issues news alert on the following stocks -Prana Biotechnology Limited (ADR) ( NASDAQ:PRAN), Miller Energy Resources Inc ( NYSE:MILL), Samson Oil & Gas Limited (ADR) ( NYSEMKT:SSN), Almaden Minerals Ltd. (USA) ( NYSEMKT:AAU) Prana Biotechnology Limited (ADR) ( NASDAQ:PRAN) decreased -2.89% at the price of $4.37recently on a traded volume of 488,506.00 shares, in comparison to 884,771.00 shares of average trading volume. So far this year, the stock is up over 99.09%. The company has a total market capitalization of $178.04 million and its total outstanding shares are 40.74 million. Prana Biotechnology Limited researches and develops therapeutic drugs for the treatment of neurological disorders in Australia. Will PRAN Get Buyers Even After The Recent Rally? Find Out Here Miller Energy Resources Inc ( NYSE:MILL) declined -3.80% at the trading price of $6.58on a traded volume of 494,137.0 shares till now, whereas its average trading volume is 500,639.00 shares. In the last three months, the stock is up 60.1%. The Intra-day range for the stock is $6.40 and $6.85. Miller Energy Resources, Inc., an independent exploration and production company, engages in the exploration, development, and operation of oil and gas wells in the Appalachian region of east Tennessee and in south-central Alaska. As of April 30, 2013. Why Should Investors Buy MILL After the Recent Fall? Just Go Here and Find Out Samson Oil & Gas Limited (ADR) ( NYSEMKT:SSN) dropped down -1.35% at the $0.533 recently. So far in three months, the stock is up +18.55%. The 52-week range for the stock is $0.41 and $1.29. Its introductory price for the day was $0.54, with the overall traded volume of 327,073.00 shares. Samson Oil & Gas Limited, an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, exploitation, and development of oil and natural gas properties in the United States. Why Should Investors Buy SSN After the Recent Fall? Just Go Here and Find Out Almaden Minerals Ltd. (USA) ( NYSEMKT:AAU) after opening its shares at the price of $1.45, dropped -6.71% , its recent trading price was $1.39 for the day. The stock moved on a traded volume of 303,876.0 shares, in comparison to 120,209.00 shares of average trading volume. The 52-week range for the stock is $1.10 and $3.30. Its introductory price for the day was $1.39. Almaden Minerals Ltd., an exploration stage company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Will AAU Get Buyers Even After The Recent Rally? Find Out Here About StockFreak.comStockFreak scours the market on a daily basis looking for the hottest penny stocks that may be the next big runners. We strive to provide you with only the most opportunistic picks by pouring over mountains of data and charts. How often we send out our alerts is dependent on how often we find something worthwhile. Disclaimer GENERAL NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD AND YOU MUST AGREE TO THE TERMS CONTAINED THEREIN BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE OR SUBSCRIBING TO OUR NEWSLETTER. We are engaged in the business of advertising and promoting companies. All content on our website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. 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Is the Prana Biotechnology Rally Out of Gas? (INO, PRAN)

I have no doubt that even broaching the subject will enflame some fans and followers of Prana Biotechnology Limited (NASDAQ:PRAN), so let me deflect some of that by being clear right from the start - what you're about to read is on no way a reflection of my opinion regarding the company. PRAN is a fine organization, and its work in the field of Alzheimer's (Prana Biotechnology is developing an Alzheimer's therapy, but the same underlying biotechnology also holds promise as a Parkinson's treatment) is compelling. But, this has nothing to do with that perceived, underlying 'value'... current or future. This has to do with the way the stock has taken on a life of its own, which can be fun for a while, but eventually can be painful as reality sets in. I fear what happened to Inovio Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSEMKT:INO) is also going to happen to PRAN, which is fine if you're nimble, but is miserable if you can't start at you're trading screen all day long.Just for the record, as my pessimism on INO was ultimately proven to be right, though I was WAAAYYY to early. I figured the small pop we'd seen from Inovio Pharmaceuticals had run its course when it rallied from $0.66 to $0.89 by the first of July. As it turns out, INO was on course to rally for a whole 'nother month, reaching a high of $3.03 before it was all said and done. Granted, the stock still fell back to a low of $1.22 a couple of weeks later, almost getting back to where I assumed it was going to top out anyway. But still, I missed the boat on that one. I don't think we'll see another month's worth of bullishness from Prana Biotechnology Limited like we did with Inovio Pharmaceuticals, however, for a couple of reasons.One of those reasons is the fact that PRAN has already rallied more than 160% in less than two months, which is roughly in line with how far and how long INO did before hitting a major top. Also, while Inovio dropped some strong clues of a top being made (like a volume spike on a rally that carried it well into overbought territory), the volume spike we saw from PRAN yesterday was even stronger than the last-hurrah volume surge we saw when INO was hitting its peak. Throw in the fact that Prana Biotechnology shares left behind a gap at Friday's open, and then peeled back considerably from the high of $6.24 to close at $5.83, and what you have are several warning signs that the rally is now running on fumes. We may even see a little more upside today, according to the pre-market action. That doesn't really change the fact that the rally is getting very, very tired though. If we end up making a small gain but on lower volume, and/or of we end up making a doji bar where the open and the close are practically the same, that'll be another sign that the runup has spent all of its fuel. Again - and I can't stress this enough - this is on no way a judgment call on Prana Biotechnology Limited and its efforts to develop critical drugs. This is a judgment call on the way a stock has separated itself from the company and taken on a life of its own, and is being driven by hype and euphoria. When hype and euphoria finally fader though (and they always do eventually), a rally can stop and turn on a dime. If you really like the company, don't sweat or fret it - just use that dip as a buying opportunity. If you'd like more trading ideas and insights like this one, become a subsctiber to the free SmallCap Network newsletter. You'll get stock picks, market calls, and more.

Investors Alert: Prana Biotechnology Limited (ADR) (NASDAQ:PRAN), Penn ...

Charleston, SC -- ( SBWIRE) -- 09/16/2013 -- Today's Penny Stocks wants you, the investor, to have the ability to be informed in your trading decisions. Our website is designed to take you to the information you need to be at the top of your game in trading penny stocks. Today's Penny Stocks issues news updates on the following stock: Prana Biotechnology Limited (ADR) ( NASDAQ:PRAN), Penn Virginia Corporation ( NYSE:PVA). Prana Biotechnology Limited (ADR) ( NASDAQ:PRAN) stock plunged in the last trading session after the development stage company said that results from a trial of its most advanced experimental drug will be postponed. Why Should Investors Buy PRAN After the Recent Fall? Just Go Here and Find Out Prana Biotechnology completed a 6-month trial of its drug named "PBT2" back in July. The company is now expecting to reveal the results from the study in early 2014. PRAN shares opened at $4.10 on Friday, and after hitting a high price of $4.58, finally closed at $4.50. The company has a market capitalization of 183.33 million. Penn Virginia Corporation ( NYSE:PVA) shares closed higher in the previous trading session after SunTrust lifted its price objective for Penn Virginia stock from $8 per share to $9 per share in a research report written to investors on Friday. Where PVA is Headed Exactly? Find out in This Trend Analysis Reports Separately, Jefferies Group reaffirmed a "buy" rating on Penn Virginia shares and set a price target of $7 per share for the stock, up from its earlier price objective of $6.50 per share. PVA shares opened at $5.69 on Friday, and after touching a high price of $6.05, finally closed at $6.02. About Today's Penny Stocks:Today's Penny Stocks wants you, the investor, to have the ability to be informed in your trading decisions. Our website is designed to take you to the information you need to be at the top of your game in trading penny stocks. Today's wants you to do your own due diligence on your investments please use our site to find the information you need on whichever investment you choose. Disclaimer The disclaimer is to be read and fully understood before using our site, or joining our newsletter email list. Never invest into a stock discussed on this web site or the TodaysPennyStocks.com newsletter unless you can afford to lose your entire investment. Please consult with a certified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.TodaysPennyStocks.com is owned and operated by FlipVentures LLC. We are engaged in the business of advertising and promoting companies for monetary compensation. All content in our releases is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. Neither the information presented nor any statement or expression of opinion, or any other matter herein, directly or indirectly constitutes a solicitation of the purchase or sale of any securities. Read Full Disclaimer at: http://todayspennystocks.com/disclaimer/

Sanjay Dutt's tribute to legendry actor Pran

Times of IndiaSanjay Dutt's tribute to legendry actor PranTimes of IndiaSimilar to 'Yaari Hai Iman..' of old Zanjeer, the new song features Telugu star Ram Charan and Sanjay Dutt in celebration mood. Following Pran's style, Dutt in pathani suit and surma-clad eyes with French beard stands out not only in the song but in ...

Front Row: starring... and Pran!

The bone-chilling voice, the stare-into-your-soul sneer and the limp cigarette hanging from the side of thin lips. None of these would have made Pran the most terrifying villain of all times, if it wasn't for his well-cut stylish clothes. Born in a wealthy family in Delhi of the early

'20s, it was no surprise that he took to the dapper fashions of the '40s and the '50s with such flair. He'd easily pull off a Fedora, a pipe and a tweed suit in Adalat (1958) and a Woodstock-inspired slim-fit, round-neck, tie-and-dye T-shirt and bell-bottoms in Jungle Mein Mangal (1972). Pran's early wardrobe in films looks like a vintage fashion dream of a well-dressed man in any era. So, if you haven't gone through a Pran retrospective of films, we suggest you do right away. Films You Need to Bookmark For You/Your Man's WardrobeAnjaana (1969)Aap Ke Deewane (1980)Yamla Jat (1940)Chingari (1953)Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)Adalat (1958)From HT Brunch, July 21

A 'barkhurdaar' called Pran

The Hindu (blog)A 'barkhurdaar' called PranThe Hindu (blog)Pran. The moniker infused fear and respect in equal measure in the minds of Indian cinephiles. It is almost a month since he left us, physically. Though more famous for doing negative roles, Pran sa'ab rarely let himself be a caricature/stereotype on ...

Pran saab loved being at Brabourne

Mid-DayPran saab loved being at BrabourneMid-DayThe amount of effort and the sheer energy that Pran put into preparing for each of his roles may have caused some to conclude that it was 'all work and no play' for the actor. However, despite the hectic schedules and demands in his time, Pran did have ...

Pran, gentleman villain, dies at 93 in Mumbai hospital

Hindustan TimesPran, gentleman villain, dies at 93 in Mumbai hospitalHindustan TimesBorn in 1920 as Pran Kishan Sikand to a wealthy Punjabi family in Old Delhi, his debut film was Yamla Jat in 1940. In a career spanning six decades, Pran featured in more than 350 films, including blockbusters such as Zanjeer, Don and Amar Akbar Anthony.

Naya Zamana (1971)

The HinduNaya Zamana (1971)The HinduHow do you encapsulate a character like Pran, a villain dreaded by heroes, a bad man secretly admired by the ladies; he was dapper, dashing, adventurous, he was very different. He could play any character, a light-hearted prankster or a devious ...

Pran 'sahab': The beloved bad man of Bollywood

Mumbai: With his dashing mannerisms and intensity, Pran came to be known as the most fearsome villain that Hindi cinema ever had before breaking the mould to play iconic character roles in films like 'Zanjeer' and 'Upkaar' in a career spanning six-decades. The veteran actor died at a hospital here this evening at the age of 93. Such was the magic of his onscreen villainy that people stopped naming their children 'Pran' at the height of his fame. Ironically, while he was feared as a villain on screen, he was a gentleman in real life.

Pran Kishan Sikand was born on February 12, 1920, to a civil engineer in Delhi. He wanted to be a photographer but a chance meeting with writer Wali Mohammad Wali, who was writing Punjabi film 'Yamala Jat', brought him to the world of cinema. He played the hero in the film opposite Noorjehan. The film became a hit and the pair starred together in their first Hindi film 'Khandaan'. After Partition, he started trying his luck in Mumbai without much success. With the help of Saadat Hasan Manto and actor Shyam, Pran landed a role in Dev Anand-Kamini Kaushal starrer 'Ziddi'. With the success of the film, Pran never looked back playing negative roles in 'Madhumati', 'Ram Aur Shyam', 'Munimji' and 'Kashmir Ki Kali'. With a string of powerful performances, Pran had at one stage commanded almost the same prize and sometimes more than onscreen hero and his name would appear alongside the name of the lead actor. Recalling the magic of Pran, Amitabh Bachchan in a foreword to Pran's biography And Pran, wrote, "Onscreen villainy is a thankless job which Pran Saab accepted and carried out with such a degree of perfection that he became the actor the entire nation loved to hate. "That indeed was the measure of his extraordinary success. Parents did not want their children to meet him. Occasionally, he would even be feared and dreaded at public gatherings. Evidently, he came to terms with that, bemused with the power of cinema to influence the audience in a way that sketches only a thin line between the real and the reel." Pran will be forever remembered for bringing villains on par with the heroes, ruling the industry from 1969 to 1982. He commanded equal money and respect for his negative characters in 'Madhumati', 'Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai', 'Ram Aur Shyam' and 'Devdas'. The actor's baritone and good looks helped him bring charm to his villainy which was very unique to Pran. His chameleon-like ability helped Pran transform himself from one of the most hated onscreen villains to one of the most beloved character actors -- be it the 'Mangal chacha' in 'Upkar', Sher Khan of opposite Amitabh Bachchan in 'Zanjeer' or the discipline-loving but soft-hearted grandfather in Gulzar's 'Parichay'. PTI

First Published: Saturday, July 13, 2013, 00:48

Shocked By Pran's Demise, Veteran Actor Manoj Kumar Hospitalised

Business of CinemaShocked By Pran's Demise, Veteran Actor Manoj Kumar HospitalisedBusiness of CinemaA friend of Kumar admitted: “I tried getting in touch with Manoj saab after I heard the news of Pran saab's death. I know how close they were. But all his home numbers were unreachable. Manoj saab doesn't carry a cellphone. So I had no option but to ...

Aamir Khan pays tribute to Pran

Aamir Khan has joined the circle of people from the Bollywood film industry who have paid tribute to legendary actor Pran, who sadly died last week aged 93. Aamir was fortunate enough to have worked with Pran in the film Isi Ka Naam Zindagi (1992). "He was an institution and we have lost one of the legends of Indian cinema," said Aamir to the Indian press. "We have learnt a lot from him. I was fortunate that I got to work with him in the beginning of my career in Isi Ka Naam Zindagi. He was the 'pran' (life) of every film."

Speaking about the distinctive impact which Pran had on Aamir, he had this to say. "I remember as a kid when I used to see Pran saab's name in the titles, I used to get scared such was his impact and work. He made a huge contribution to the Indian cinema."

Pran is considered to be one of the greatest actors/villains in Bollywood history. He is well known for his work in films like Madhumati (1958), Upkar (1967) and Zanjeer (1973). He was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in May for his pivotal contributions to Indian Cinema.

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Vishal Malhotra remembers Pran

Hindustan TimesVishal Malhotra remembers PranHindustan TimesNot many people know that actor Vishal Malhotra was related to the late veteran actor Pran. The latter was the granduncle of Vishal's wife, Rashi. Over the last few years, Vishal has had the opportunity to spend some memorable moments with the actor.