New Delhi (PTI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has met high school toppers from Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli and discussed their future plans.

In a video of the meeting posted on YouTube, the Congress MP from Raebareli can be seen interacting with the schoolchildren and their parents and asking about their struggles.

"A few days ago, I met the high school toppers of Raebareli. We discussed their preparation and future plans. These hardworking and bright kids are serious and dedicated towards their future. There is struggle but there is also support from parents," Rahul Gandhi wrote in the post.

"We also talked to them about career options. A little direction and knowledge about alternative careers will help them make a choice and build a strong foundation. My best wishes for their bright future," the Leader of Oppostion in the Lok Sabha said.

Rahul Gandhi also had cold coffee with the students.

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Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.

Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.

"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.

Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.

The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.

Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.