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Locals celebrates 35th anniversary of Operation Blue Star in Punjab's Amritsar

Amritsar (Punjab), Jun 06 (ANI): 35th anniversary of Operation Blue Star is celebrated in Punjab's Amritsar on Thursday. The event happened at the Golden Temple. Security has been tightened at the Golden Temple on the anniversary of Operation Blue Star. The Army had carried out Operation Blue Star in June 1984 to flush out militants hiding in the Golden Temple complex. Operation Blue Star has its own glory in the history of India.

TMC worker killed in Cooch Behar, party worker blames BJP

Cooch Behar (WB), June 06 (ANI): All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) worker, Ajijar Rahaman allegedly killed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker in West Bengal's Cooch Behar on Wednesday. The body has been taken to local government hospital for post-mortem. Further investigation is underway. A local TMC leader said, "Azhar Ali, a member of BJP and some other people beat up and killed Ajijar Rahaman."

Five killed as car jumps divider and hits tempo in Gujarat

Navsari (Gujarat), June 06 (ANI): Five persons died, when the car in which they were traveling jumped the divider and hit a tempo coming from the opposite direction near Kharel in Navsari district of Gujarat. The victims were heading for Surat, when the accident took place on the NH-48. The bodies have been sent to local government hospital for post-mortem. A case has been registered in this regard, further probe is underway. >

Congress MLA threatens police after his supporters were stopped for triple riding on bike

Jhabua (MP), June 06 (ANI): In Madhya Pradesh's Jhabua, Veer Singh Bhuria, Congress MLA from Thandla argued with a police officer allegedly after the officer asked to pay the challan for triple riding on a single bike on June 05. The incident took place, when MP police conducted an Intensive checking of the vehicles.

Personal issue was the cause, no BJP worker was involved: Nisith Pramanik on TMC worker's death

Cooch Behar (WB), June 06 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nisith Pramanik said, "A personal issue was the cause of the incident, TMC is trying to politicize it. The deceased's family itself is saying it was due to personal reason, and no BJP worker was involved le in it." On Wednesday, a TMC worker, Ajijar Rahaman was allegedly killed in West Bengal's Cooch Behar.

Tesla launches Model 3 Wireless Phone Charger

New Delhi, June 06 (ANI): Tesla quietly introduced a new and expensive wireless phone charger for its Model 3. The Model 3 Wireless Phone Charger features a non-slip, silicon surface allowing you to charge your precious Smartphone inside the premium car on-the-go. The charger allows two Qi-enabled phones to be charged at once. The charger costs USD 125 and Tesla is promising to ship the same in 2-3 weeks from the date of order.

Weak upper body strength in women associated with depression, anxiety

New Delhi, June 06 (ANI): Weak upper and lower body fitness can cause serious depression and anxiety in midlife women, a recent study suggests. Although several studies have previously linked depression in midlife women with self-reported low physical activity, this new study evaluates objective measures of physical performance in relation to depression and anxiety in premenopausal, perimenopausal, and postmenopausal women. Depression and anxiety are prevalent symptoms experienced by midlife women. This latest study of more than 1,100 women aged 45 to 69 years found, in fact, that 15 per cent of participants, especially those of younger age, reported depression and or anxiety. Findings were published in the Journal of the North American Menopause Society. Because depression can cause disability, reduced quality of life, mortality, and heart disease, researchers felt it was important to identify potentially modifiable risk factors that could reduce morbidity and mortality. The study obs

CWC 2019: Fans celebrate India's victory against South Africa in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (UP), June 06 (ANI): Fans in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj celebrated India's victory against South Africa. Team India kick-started World Cup 2019 journey by decimating South Africa by 6 wickets. Fans cheered India's victory. They applauded Rohit Sharma's centurion knock. They chanted slogans such as 'Hindustan Zindabad'. Now India will play against Australia in an on-going World Cup series on June 9 at the Oval Stadium.

Soaring mercury deter tourists from visiting Taj Mahal

Agra (UP), June 06 (ANI): Rise in mercury in Uttar Pradesh's Agra is completely visible and the impact of heat waves is certainly visible on tourists, who visit the Taj Mahal. Earlier, long queues were seen at the ticket counter but now due to scorching heat, the number of visitors has gone down.

Monsoon for NCR late by 10-15 days: Skymet

New Delhi, June 05 (ANI): Samar Chaudhary, Meteorologist at Skymet, on Wednesday informed that the monsoon is expected to make fall in Kerala within next 48 hours. He also informed that the Delhi and its adjoining regions have to wait for monsoon as it may be delayed by 10-15 days. Chaudhary also emphasized this year monsoon will be weak as compared to previous years.

Three die in bus accident in J and K Udhampur

Udhampur (J and K), Jun 05 (ANI): In a tragic road mishap, at least three people died while five were injured as an over speeding mini bus turned turtle. The incident occurred on Dhar Road of Udhampur district in J and K. Police rushed to the spot. The injured were taken to district hospital in Udhampur for treatment. Police have registered the case. Further investigation is underway.

'Treat nature as mother,' Baba Ramdev's message on World Environment Day

Mumbai, Jun 05 (ANI): On the occasion of World Environment Day, Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev urged people to treat nature as mother. Reminding Indian culture, he said that people shouldn't do anything which causes harm to nature. "People shouldn't use things which are not needed," he added. World Environment Day is celebrated on the 5th of June every year, and is the United Nation's principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of our environment.

2019 is the second driest year in last 65 years: Skymet

New Delhi, Jun 05 (ANI): Samar Chaudhary, meteorologist at Skymet, on Wednesday shared information on monsoon. Reacting on delay in monsoon, he said, "This is the second driest year in last 65 years, normal rainfall for pre-monsoon is 131.5 mm whereas the recorded rainfall is 99 mm. This condition is due to the prevailing El Nino over the areas which will affect the landfall of monsoon."

Sakshi Maharaj visits rape accused BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar in jail

Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 05 (ANI): The BJP MP from Unnao, Sakshi Maharaj visited rape case accused BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar at Sitapur Jail in Uttar Pradesh, today. While speaking to ANI, Sakshi Maharaj said, "He has been lodged here for a long time, I came to meet him, to thank him after the elections." Kuldeep Singh Sengar is the main accused in the Unnao rape case. The accused allegedly raped 17-year-old girl in June 2017.

Our bilateral relations have been scaling new heights: Uzbek Ambassador to India

New Delhi, Jun 05 (ANI): Uzbekistan Ambassador to India Farhod Arziev congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his victory in Lok Sabha elections 2019 on behalf of Uzbekistan's President, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. While talking to ANI, he said, "Recently our bilateral relations have been scaling new heights. One of historical moments that took place this year was the joint initiative of Uzbekistan and India which took great dialogue mechanism at level of ministers of foreign affairs."

Nanda Devi rescue op: Weather condition hampering search operation, says Pithoragarh DM

Pithoragarh/Onboard (Uttarakhand), Jun 05 (ANI): After four ITBP trekkers and five IAF personnel returned empty handed, in a ALH helicopter, from their search operation of four missing foreign tourists en route Nanda Devi East peak in Uttarakhand, Vijay Kumar Jogdande, District Magistrate of Pithoragarh, said the rescue operation will be done with a different plan as weather conditions didn't let the helicopter operate. Jogdande added that the rescue team will be a given a time of 3-4 days to regroup themselves with the weather and height conditions of the location.

NMCG organises World Environment Day under Clean Ganga Mission

New Delhi, Jun 05 (ANI): To mark the World Environment Day, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) organised a day-long convention to discuss the ways to protect Ganga river and its tributaries. Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who graced the occasion, laid emphasis on the conservation of rivers as it provides many resources for the livelihood. In order to increase public participation in Namami Gange program and encourage the youth, the NMCG had organized Ganga Quest, a pan India bilingual quiz.The winners of the quiz were awarded with exciting prizes and certificates in the event which were given away by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in presence of officials from the National Mission for Clean Ganga. New publications highlighting the work of Namami Gange projects were released on the occassion. The event was also marked by signing of concession agreement for Howrah, Bally, Baranagar - Kamarhati Sewerage Projects on Hybrid Annuity Mode. National Mission for Clean Ganga en

Rajasthan boy tops NEET 2019

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Jun 05 (ANI): A boy from Jaipur, Nalin Khandelwal is the all India topper in NEET exam. Nalin scored 701 marks out of the total 720 marks. He shared his joy by saying, "I am very happy for securing first rank." Nalin used to study for eight hours every day. Bhavik Bansal from Delhi secured 700 marks. Third topper Akshat Kaushik, who scored 700 marks, is from Uttar Pradesh.

Respect for Mayawati remains intact: Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 05 (ANI): After BSP supremo Mayawati unilaterally exited from the 'mahagathbandhan' in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav said his respect for the former remains intact. "Sometimes you don't succeed in trials but you get to know about weaknesses. What I said for Mayawati ji in 1st press conference 'Mera samman unka samman hoga', I still say that. As far as 'gathbandhan' or fighting elections alone is concerned, political roads are open for all," Akhilesh told media. Akhilesh added that he will consult with party leaders to map out SP's strategy for the upcoming by polls.

CM Yogi plants sapling at residence to celebrate World Environment Day

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 05 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated the World Environment Day by planting a sapling at his residence in Lucknow. Incidentally, Adityanath is also celebrating his birthday today as he turned 47. Speaking on the World Environment Day, Adityanath said he welcomes the efforts being made to conserve the ecological system.