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Landslide blocks section of NH-305 in HP's Kullu

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Jun 06 (ANI): The Luhri-Anni section of National Highway (NH) 305 in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu was blocked after a landslide in the area. National Highway 305 traverses through Himachal Pradesh and is located at high altitudes in the state. It encompasses the Sainj-Luhri-Anni-Jalori-Aut route, and is prone to such landslips due to its geographical location.

Missing IAF AN-32 aircraft: Pilot's family request MHA to investigate the matter

Palwal (Haryana), Jun 06 (ANI): Family of Ashish Tanwar, who was in IAF AN-32 aircraft that went missing in Arunachal Pradesh on June 03, seeks government help to trace their son. While speaking to ANI, Ashish Tanwar's mother said, "I want my child. It's been almost 4 days now but till now, nothing has happened. I request MHA to look into the matter and investigate."

Deendayal's name won't be dropped from talent search exams: GS Dotasara

Sikar (Rajasthan), Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking to mediapersons, Rajasthan Education Minister, Govind Singh Dotasara on Thursday said that Deendayal Upadhyay's name will not be dropped from the school scholarship name. He said, "The government has ordered that the name of the exam will not be changed and it will continue to be known by the same name in future." Dotasara's response comes after it was reported that Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot's government has decided to drop the name of Upadhyay from a school scholarship test known as Pandit Deen Dayal Talent Search Exam.

Being largest economy in South Asia, our growth can serve as lifting tide for our neighbours: EAM

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Jun 06 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday cut repo rate for the third consecutive time this year to 5.75 per cent from the current 6 per cent amid falling economic growth and uncertain global scenario. The six-member monetary policy committee (MPC) headed by Governor Shaktikanta Das concluded its second meeting for the fiscal year 2019-20. On February 07 and April 04, the central bank had reduced the key lending rate by 25 basis points to infuse liquidity and push growth. India's economy grew just 6.8 per cent in 2018-19, according to government data. In the fourth quarter (January to March), the growth dipped to 5.8 per cent, marking a five-year low. Meanwhile, headline inflation stood at 2.9 per cent year-on-year in April, below the RBI's target of 4 per cent.

Priyanka Chopra reveals she still receives hate for age difference with Nick Jonas

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' lavish wedding has been the talk of the town for a quite a long time now. It's been over six months since the couple tied the knot in two dreamy wedding ceremonies. While many people love and adore the pair, others still give a lot of hate to Priyanka for getting married to Nick. The 36-year-old actor opened up about the hate the couple have received over their 10-year-age gap in her interview with InStyle as cited by E! News. "People gave us a lot of s--t about that and still do. I find it really amazing when you flip it and the guy is older, no one cares and actually people like it," she told the magazine. Unfortunately, this isn't the only negativity the 'Quantico' star and her husband has received. Just days after the couple tied the knot, a media outlet published an article titled "Is Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas's Love for Real?" in which the author called Priyanka a "global scam artist." Many of her family members includ

'Friends' reunion in the offing? Jennifer Aniston is in!

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): Fans of popular TV series 'Friends' may have a reason to rejoice, as Jennifer Aniston just hinted at having a reunion. In a preview clip of Wednesday's episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show shared on Instagram, Aniston, who played Rachel Greene on the show, said she was up for a reunion. She also went on to say that the rest of her co-actors will also be game for it. During the chat, Ellen can be seen asking Aniston to do a 'Friends' reunion as the crowd begins to cheer at the possibility of this. "Why not, I told you this, I would do it," the 50-year-old responded, adding, "The girls would do it and the boys would do it I'm sure." "Anything could happen," says Aniston, as the crowd begins to cheer once again when a poster of the TV show comes up in the background. Three years ago, the 'Just Go With It' actor, when asked about a possible reunion, had sounded less confident of having one. "I don't know what we would do. I think that period of time was sort of nost

RBI cuts repo rate by 25 basis points, third time in a row

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Jun 06 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday cut repo rate for the third consecutive time this year to 5.75 per cent from the current 6 per cent amid falling economic growth and uncertain global scenario. The six-member monetary policy committee (MPC) headed by Governor Shaktikanta Das concluded its second meeting for the fiscal year 2019-20. On February 07 and April 04, the central bank had reduced the key lending rate by 25 basis points to infuse liquidity and push growth. India's economy grew just 6.8 per cent in 2018-19, according to government data. In the fourth quarter (January to March), the growth dipped to 5.8 per cent, marking a five-year low. Meanwhile, headline inflation stood at 2.9 per cent year-on-year in April, below the RBI's target of 4 per cent.

RBI will not hesitate to take any measure required to maintain financial stability: Shaktikanta Das

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Jun 06 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Mumbai, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das informed that RBI will not hesitate to take any measure which is required to maintain the financial stability of the system including, shot-term, medium-term and long term. He added, "We have already announced the formation of a separate cadre for regulation and supervision of banks and financial institutions and this is a major decision that has been taken to strengthen our regulations".

Greater responsibility for Indian foreign policy is to focus on external aspects of economic change: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking at an event in Delhi on Thursday, Union External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar said, "Today, if we want to propel economic change, I think there is a greater responsibility for Indian foreign policy to focus on external aspects of it, to create partnerships and mechanisms which help Indian businesses do their business outside the country."

Maharashtra drought: Baba Ramdev urges people not to waste water

Mumbai, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Thursday urged people not to waste water and utilise every drop in the wake of dried water sources in Maharashtra. He said, "I request people not to waste water and also argue authorities to make arrangements." The Yoga Guru also lauded the Indian cricket team for beating South Africa in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 and advised players to practise yoga before entering the battlefield in order to improve the performance.

Ram Temple row: If we don't build it, country will stop trusting us, says Sanjay Raut

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that he feels that the construction of Ram Temple will start. Raut said, "I feel this time Ram Temple's construction will start because if we don't, the country will stop trusting us. Now, BJP has 303 MPs, Shiv Sena has 18, NDA has more than 350, what more is needed to construct the temple?" He also said that people will hit with shoes if the matter is not solved.

Two held for cow slaughter in UP's Moradabad

Moradabad (UP), Jun 06 (ANI): Two people were held and six were booked in connection with different cases of alleged illegal slaughter of bovines in Moradabad district of Uttar Pradesh. A total of eight bovines were rescued and a vehicle along with tools used for the alleged slaughter was recovered, the police said. "Police were carrying out a drive to prevent the illegal slaughter of bovines in the wake of Eid. We have booked five to six people and many bovines have been recovered in the last two days," Deputy Superintendent of Police Vishal Yadav said. According to the police, some people were allegedly slaughtering bovines in the jungle of Ganjheda Alam village in the district. When villagers got the information about the crime, they encircled the area and nabbed two people from the spot. Remains of bovines were found on the spot. The two men were later detained by the police. One vehicle and equipment used for allegedly slaughtering the bovines were recovered. In another related ca

5 years of govt has kept alive the expectation of change in country: S Jaishankar

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking at an event in Delhi on Thursday, Union External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar said, "Globalisation is under stress, many of the assumptions of the globalisation, global supply chains, mobility of talent, market access, all those are no longer assumptions we can make to the same degree, with same confidence. The five years of government has kept alive and perhaps even strengthened the expectation of change in the country."

Special 'puja' performed for rains in Karnataka's Belgaum

Belgaum (Karnataka), Jun 06 (ANI): Special 'puja' was performed for rains in Karnataka's Belgaum on Thursday. The ceremony happened in Yallamma Temple. Karnataka's Religious and Charitable Endowments Dept had announced that all temples will be performing special prayers for rains on June 06.

It is Shiv Sena's 'right' to get Deputy Speaker post in Lok Sabha: Sanjay Raut

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that it is Shiv Sena's 'natural claim' and 'right' to get Deputy Speaker post in Lok Sabha. Raut said, "It is not our demand but our 'natural claim' and 'right'. Shiv Sena should get this post. I am hearing that few are advocating of some other party. But Shiv Sena should get.' On strategies of Assembly elections, Sanjay Raut said that we are in alliance with BJP and it will be the same.

Monsoon might reach late at some places: Skymet

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Samar Chaudhary, Meteorologist at Skymet, on Thursday said, "Normal rainfall for pre-monsoon is 131.5 mm and recorded rainfall is 99 mm. This is the second time that normal rain is less an in 2012 we have recorded 31% less rainfall than normal. Data says it is the driest year in the past 65 years. Normal dates for monsoon in Delhi and nearby regions are last week of June but it may delay by 10-15 days to reach there." He further added, "Monsoon might reach late at some places by few days".

Strawberries make early entry in market due to favourable climate in Srinagar

Srinagar (J-K), Jun 06 (ANI): Favourable climate helped growers to increase strawberry crop in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar. Early rainy season helped them to produce quality fruit with good production. It also provides employment to youth. Strawberry is the season's first fruit crop that made entry in local markets. Growers hope to earn good money through strawberry crop this year.

Special play organised to pay tribute to writer Santwana Nigam

New Delhi, June 6 (ANI): To pay tribute to writer Santwana Nigam, a Play Titled SEHAJ KA SARGAM was staged at Alliance Francaise in New Delhi. Sehaj ka Sargam, a collage of four short stories written by Santwana Nigam was staged during the event. Stories Pehali Paudi, Bas sirf Isiliye, Pankh and Sath are based on complex human relationships from women perspective. National award winner Rajinder Nath directed the play. Audience applauded the stories and performances of the artists. Play was staged by Nepathya Foundation, which is known to promote theatre, art and culture.

'Not nearly enough' progress made in immigration talks with Mexico: Trump

New Delhi, Jun 06 (ANI): Representatives of the United States and Mexico on Wednesday failed to reach an agreement on the immigration issue during high-stakes negotiations held at the White House, days before Washington would start imposing five per cent tariffs on all goods coming in from Mexico. Shortly after the meeting, US President Donald Trump took to Twitter to inform that "not nearly enough" progress has been made in the negotiations while reiterating that in case no agreement is reached between the two sides, the tariffs would begin on Monday "as per schedule." "Immigration discussions at the White House with representatives of Mexico have ended for the day. Progress is being made, but not nearly enough! Border arrests for May are at 133,000 because of Mexico and the Democrats in Congress refusing to budge on immigration reform," Trump tweeted. "Further talks with Mexico will resume tomorrow with the understanding that, if no agreement is reached, Tariffs at the 5% level will

DK Shivakumar offers special 'puja' for rain

Chikkamagaluru (Karnataka), Jun 06 (ANI): Congress leader and Karnataka Irrigation Minister DK Shivakumar offered special 'puja' for rains in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru on Thursday. The 'puja' was performed at Sri Rishya Shringeshwara Temple. The special 'puja' for rain is called 'Parjanya Japa'.