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2002 Gujarat riots: Despite request to CM Modi, Army lost a crucial day waiting for vehicles, says retired Lt. General (Exclusive)
On the intervening night of February 28 and March 1, 2002 when Gujarat was engulfed in flames, Lt. Gen Zameer Uddin Shah, met the then Chief Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of the then Defence Minister George Fernandes, at 2 am in Ahmedabad and gave him a list of immediate requirements to enable the Army columns to fan out to restore law and order.
CRPF trooper injured in Tral grenade attack
A Central Reserve Police Force trooper was injured on Friday in a grenade attack in south Kashmir's Tral town.
2002 Gujarat riots: Despite request to CM Modi, Army lost a crucial day waiting for vehicles, says Lt. General (Exclusive)
On the intervening night of February 28 and March 1, 2002 when Gujarat was engulfed in flames, Lt. Gen Zameer Uddin Shah, met the then Chief Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of the then Defence Minister George Fernandes, at 2 am in Ahmedabad and gave him a list of immediate requirements to enable the Army columns to fan out to restore law and order.
Rwandan ex-presidential challenger Rwigara freed on bail
Former Rwandan presidential candidate Diane Rwigara was freed on bail on Friday after more than a year behind bars on charges she has called politically motivated after her outspoken challenge of one of Africa's most prominent leaders. A high court ordered the release of Rwigara and her mother, Adeline, with the condition that they stay in the capital, Kigali. It disagreed with the prosecution's argument that they might flee. "It's a great day for us and we are looking forward for a fair trial ahead," Diane's sister, Anne, told The Associated Press. Diane Rwigara goes back to court on November 7 over charges of forgery and insurrection. She faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted on the insurrection charge. The US-educated activist, who has spoken critically of President Paul Kagame's human rights record, accused him of stifling dissent after she was barred from running against him last year. Kagame won a third term with more than 98 per cent of the vote. Rwigara had been ...
World leaders applaud joint Nobel Peace Prize winners
World leaders on Friday applauded the work of Congolese doctor Denis Mukwege and Yazidi campaigner Nadia Murad after the two jointly won the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for fighting sexual violence in conflicts around the world. The pair won the award "for their efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict," the Nobel committee said. "The government congratulates Doctor Denis Mukwege for the very important work he does although there are often disagreements between us... But now, we are satisfied with the Nobel Academy's recognition of the work of a compatriot" -- government spokesman Lambert Mende. The award to Murad was "an honour for all Iraqis who fought terrorism and bigotry" and "recognition for her courage in defending human rights of victims of terror and sexual violence" -- Iraqi President Barham Saleh. "We are full of joy. It's another slap in the face of terrorism... We hope that the Iraqi government will pay more attention to the tragedy that .
Suspect escapes from police custody in J&K
An overground worker of a militant outfit escaped from police custody in Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, following which a manhunt was launched to re-arrest him, police said.
Cong, BJP condemn killing of NC workers in Kashmir
The Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Friday condemned the killing of two National Conference (NC) workers by terrorists in Srinagar. "We strongly condemn the terrorist attack on political workers and killing of two workers of NC in Srinagar," Spokesperson of Jammu and Kashmir BJP, Priya Sethi said. Expressing her condolences, she said her heart goes out to the bereaved families. The Congress too condemned the killings and described the incident as "shocking" and "highly painful". The party also blamed the Central government for "miserably failing" to ensure congenial atmosphere in the valley which has lead to an "extremely volatile" situation. The loss of lives cannot be replaced by anything, the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) spokesperson said in a statement conveying "deepest condolences" to the aggrieved families. Both State and the Centre cannot escape the responsibility of the killings in the valley, the spokesperson said, adding that effective .
Afghan official: 4 civilians killed by 'friendly fire'
An Afghan official says at least four civilians a child and three women were killed by "friendly fire" when the Afghan air force staged an airstrike in southern Kandahar province. Aziz Ahmad Azizi, provincial governor's spokesman, says eight others, including a child and seven women, were wounded in Thursday night's strike, which had targeted Taliban insurgents. Azizi says Taliban fighters attacked villages in Mahrof district but faced strong resistance by police. He said one police was killed and three others wounded. Ten Taliban were killed and eight were wounded in the battle, Azizi said. After that, the insurgents hid in people's houses, leading to civilian casualties in the airstrike. The Taliban have not commented, but the insurgents are active in the district and often target Afghan forces.
J&K Police foil bovine smuggling bid in Kathua
The Jammu and Kashmir Police foiled a bid to smuggle bovines in Kathua district Friday, police said. A police team intercepted an SUV and recovered five bovines being smuggled to the Kashmir Valley from Punjab, they said. The vehicle has been seized and a case registered, they said. The smugglers escaped from spot leaving the vehicle behind.
Brave healer of DR Congo's most horrific wounds
In Democratic Republic of Congo, they call him "Doctor Miracle" for his surgical skill and dedication in helping women overcome the injuries and trauma of sexual abuse and rape. Denis Mukwege is a crusading gynaecologist who has spent more than two decades treating appalling injuries inflicted on women in DRC, whose work was the subject of an acclaimed 2015 film titled: "The Man Who Mends Women." A father to five children, the tireless 63-year-old is an outspoken critic of the abuse of women in war who has repeatedly accused the world of failing to act. The 2018 Nobel Peace Prize co-winner had been repeatedly nominated for his work with gang rape victims from the conflicts that have ravaged his homeland. Mukwege has called on the world to take a tougher line on rape as a weapon of war. "We have been able to draw a red line against chemical weapons, biological weapons and nuclear arms," he told AFP in 2016. "Today we must also draw a red line against rape as a weapon of war," he said, .
Nobel Peace Prize goes to Congolese doctor, former IS hostage
The Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday awarded the Peace Prize to Congolese doctor Denis Mukwege and former Islamic State (IS) hostage and human rights activist Nadia Murad for their efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict.
Militants kill 2 NC workers in Srinagar
Two National Conference (NC) party workers were killed while another was critically injured on Friday as militants opened fire here, police said. Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti condemned the attack.
Two NC workers shot dead in Srinagar
Militants Friday shot dead two National Conference workers and injured an office bearer by firing at them from close range in Karfali Mohalla area of the city, three days ahead of polling for first phase of elections for urban local bodies in Kashmir, police said. The gunmen fired at the trio at Karfali Mohalla, resulting in injuries to all three, a police official said. The injured persons were rushed to nearby SMHS Hospital but two of them succumbed, the official said. The deceased have been identified as Mushtaq Ahmad Wani and Nazir Ahmad Bhat. While both were affiliated to the National Conference, Bhat was working as public relations officer of MLA Habbakadal. The injured persons has been identified as Shakeel Ahmad Ganaie, a Halqa president for National Conference. Security forces have launched an operation to track down militants, the official said. The killings come just three days ahead of polling for first phase of elections to urban local bodies in the state. National ...
Two shot dead in Kashmir
Militants Friday shot dead two persons and injured another by firing at them from a close range in Karfali Mohalla area of the city, two days ahead of polling for first phase of elections for urban local bodies in Kashmir, police said. The gunmen fired at three persons at Karfali Mohalla, resulting in the death of two of them and injuries to another, a police official said. Further details are awaited.
US, allies target Russian cyber spies with indictments
The US and major Western allies have condemned Russia's hacking and disinformation operations, announcing indictments and describing in striking detail Moscow's targeting of top Olympic athletes, anti-doping organisations, and chemical weapons monitors.
HP CM urges Modi to construct defence airport in Mandi
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Thursday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to get a defense airport constructed in Mandi to combat any terror threat and boost tourism in the hill-state, officials said. Thakur called on the prime minister in the national capital and informed him that the airport authority had found 3479 bighas of land at Naagchala in Mandi fit for construction of an international airport and landing large aircrafts. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is looking for a safe airstrip in adjoining areas of Pathankot following the terrorist attack at Uri airbase, Thakur said. The proposed airport in Mandi will be beneficial for defence forces as the district is well-connected to the entire state of Himachal Pradesh and therefore could prove crucial to combat any threat, he added. The chief minister further said the airport will be a good alternative to the airstrips at Shimla, Kangra and Kullu as they were not meant for bigger aircrafts. The airport would be ...
Police station in-charge arrested for drinking liquor
An in-charge of a police station in Bihar's Kaimur district was arrested Thursday in an inebriated condition, a senior police officer said. Sale and consumption of liquor had been banned in Bihar by the Nitish Kumar government in April 2016. Mohania Deputy Superintendent of Police, Ragunath Singh said that acting on a tip off, a police team arrested Nagendra Paswan, an in-charge SHO of Kudra police station, in an inebriated condition from his rented accommodation located few meters away from police station. Medical examination of Paswan has confirmed that he had consumed liquor, Singh said. Superintendent of Police Natasha Gudia said that an FIR has been lodged against Paswan.
SPO weapons' loot: PDP MLA says cop abused him, levelled serious' allegations against family
PDP MLA Aijaz Ahmad Mir, who is being questioned by the police in connection with the looting of weapons from his residence, on Thursday accused a cop of abusing him and levelling "serious" allegations against his family. Last week, a special police officer (SPO) posted at Mir's residence, Adil Bashir, decamped with seven AK rifles. "Is this policing? How can a munshi (policeman) of Rajbagh police station abuse a legislator in front of dozens of other policemen? And then (he) went on levelling serious allegations, accusations against his (my) family as well," Mir said in a tweet. "Is this how police probes things here by humiliating even legislators and start levelling baseless allegations?" he asked in another tweet. Days after Bashir fled with the weapons, he joined Hizbul Mujahideen and his photos with top commanders of the terror outfit went viral on social media. Director General of Police Dilbagh Singh had said the SPO was in touch with the terrorists before he fled and he stole
Six soldiers killed in Burkina Faso blast: security sources
Six soldiers were killed Thursday and several others seriously injured when their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED) in eastern Burkina Faso in the latest attack in the jihadist-hit country, security sources said. "On Thursday morning, a military vehicle hit a homemade explosive device between Gayeri and Foutouri. Six soldiers were killed and several others were seriously injured," a source said. Another source said three people were in a "critical condition" and were being evacuated to Ouagadougou, the Burkina capital. "A cleaning up operation is under way," the source said. The attack came a day after a gendarme was killed and another injured in the country's north, where three people, including an Indian and a South African national, had been kidnapped at the end of last month. In 2015, Burkina Faso, one of the world's poorest countries, joined a string of countries in the Sahel region to come under pressure from jihadists. Rebels began staging cross-border raids in ..
Canada says it was targeted by Russian cyber attacks
Canada said Thursday it too was targeted by Russian cyber attacks, citing breaches at its center for ethics in sports and at the Montreal-based World Anti-Doping Agency, after allies blamed Moscow for some of the biggest hacking plots of recent years. "The government of Canada assesses with high confidence that the Russian military's intelligence arm, the GRU, was responsible" for these cyber attacks, the foreign ministry said in a statement. Ottawa said these formed "part of a broader pattern of activities by the Russian government that lie well outside the bounds of appropriate behavior, demonstrate a disregard for international law and undermine the rules-based international order." And it called on "all those who value this order to come together in its defence." Allies accused Russia military intelligence of being behind an April attempt to gain access to official networks of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). The Netherlands expelled four alleged ...