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NCP leader ties 'Rakhi' to BJP MLA after he apologises for kicking her

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), June 02 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Balram Thawani apologized to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Nitu Tejwani in a joint press conference along her over yesterday's assault incident. Balram Thawani said, "She is like my sister, I have apologized to her for what happened yesterday. We have cleared out the misunderstandings between us. I have promised to help her if she ever needs any help." On the other side NCP worker Nitu Tejwani tied a 'Rakhi' on Balram's hand relating herself as his younger sister. Balram Thawani was caught on camera thrashing Nitu Tejwani in Ahmedabad's Naroda.

Deceiving public and alliance partners is CM Nitish's habit: Upendra Kushwaha 'warns' BJP

Patna (Bihar), June 03 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Bihar's Patna, Rashtriya Lok Samta Party (RLSP) chief Upendra Kushwaha hit out on state's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. He said, "I want to tell Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Nitish Kumar is known for disrespecting public's mandate. Deceiving public and alliance partners is his old habit. He warned BJP and said, "Party must be ready for 'dhoka no. 2.' It's been said about him 'aisa koi saga nahi jinko Nitish ji ne thaga nahi.'"

Delhi women react to Kejriwal's free Metro, DTC travel announcement

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): After hinting to make public transport free for women in the national capital, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced that the women will be allowed travel free in all DTC buses, cluster buses and metro trains, and the same could start within 2-3 months. While speaking to ANI, few women reacted on his decision and said, "It is a good step but it has some positive and negative impact as well. It will increase the rush."A girl said, "Today, females are capable and they know how to travel and live and I don't think that I need that but if there is things like that then it is good." "Free ride should be available and I am happy and agree with the decision," said another girl.

Watch: Rajnath Singh pays tribute to martyrs at Siachen Base Camp

Siachen Base Camp (JandK), Jun 03 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday paid tribute to the fallen soldiers at the Siachen Base Camp in Jammu and Kashmir, where he was accompanied by Chief of Army Staff General Bipin Rawat. "Paid tributes to the martyred soldiers who sacrificed their lives while serving in Siachen. More than 1100 soldiers have made supreme sacrifice defending the Siachen Glacier. The nation will always remain indebted to their service and sacrifice," Singh tweeted. Singh also met serving Army personnel at the base camp and said the soldiers are performing their duty with great courage and fortitude even in extreme conditions and treacherous terrain. This was Singh's first official visit to the Siachen Base Camp after taking charge of the Defence Ministry. Singh oversaw Home Ministry in last cabinet. Siachen Base Camp is one of the highest battlefields in the world situated at an altitude of over 5,700 meter.

Free travel an 'empty promise' as Kejriwal fears of losing political ground: Manoj Tiwari

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): Taking a dig at Delhi Chief Minister's free travel announcement for women in all public transport including metro trains, Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Manoj Tiwari said that the "ghoshna mantra" has announced another "empty promise" due to the "fear" of losing his "political ground" as state polls were nearing. Tiwari criticised Kejriwal for neglecting the deteriorating condition of DTC buses, and impressed upon the need to increase the fleet of buses.

PNB Scam case: Mehul Choksi's lawyer moves application in special CBI Court for further investigation

Mumbai, Jun 03 (ANI): Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi's advocate have filed a new application in special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Court for further investigation into Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam case. He claimed that there were no lapses on part of Mehul Choksi in fact, the lapses were reported from the side if PNB's auditors. Advocate Vijay Aggarwal said, "I have moved an application in special CBI Court on behalf of my client seeking further investigation into PNB Scam matter". He further added, "Notice has been issued to CBI and hearing is on June 17".

CM Kejriwal announces free travel for women in Metro, DTC

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): After hinting to make public transport free for women in the national capital, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced that the women will be allowed travel free in all DTC buses, cluster buses and metro trains, and the same could start within 2-3 months. "On all DTC buses, cluster buses and metro trains women will be allowed to travel free of cost so that they have a safe travel experience and can access modes of transport which they were not able to, due to high prices," Kejriwal said. "I have given one-week time to officials to make a detailed proposal - for both DTC and metro - on how and when can this be implemented. We are making an effort to start this within 2-3 months. We are also seeking suggestions from people regarding implementation."Kejriwal added that Delhi government will bear the entire expense of the new scheme but also discouraged the exploitation of the new decision, and said that those who can afford should purchase tickets

CCTV installation process will start from June 08 across Delhi: CM Kejriwal

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): Acting on his poll promise, albeit a bit late, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced that the work of installing CCTV cameras across the national capital will start from June 08, as tendering process of 1.5 lakh CCTV cameras has been completed and over 70,000 CCTV cameras have been surveyed, and the installation process is expected to complete by December this year. "As you know, we are trying to install CCTV cameras in the state for the last two-three years. Tendering process of 1.5 lakh cameras has been completed. 70,000 cameras have been surveyed, and from June 08, the cameras would start getting installed, and we expect it to be complete by December," Kejriwal told reporters in Delhi

Watch: Fire brigade rescues 40 people stuck on ferris wheel

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Jun 03 (ANI): Fire brigade rescued 40 people stuck on ferris wheel in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Sunday. They used fire brigade for the rescue operation. Those rescued included 14 children and eight women.

Smriti Irani takes charge as Women and Child Development Minister

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): Union Minister Smriti Irani took charge as the Women and Child Development Minister in Delhi on Monday. She took oath on May 30 along with other ministers. Irani defeated Congress president Rahul Gandhi from Amethi Lok Sabha constituency in recently concluded polls.

Will say sorry to her: BJP MLA on kicking woman NCP leader

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Jun 03 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party MLA, Balram Thawani who was caught on camera thrashing a woman leader of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), accepted his involvement in the incident. Speaking to mediapersons, Thawani said, "I got swayed by emotions, I accept the mistake, it was not intentional. I have been in politics for last 22 years, such thing has never happened before. I will say sorry to her" The incident took place in Gujarat's Naroda.

Hindi imposition row: Centre hasn't taken any decision so far, says Sadananda Gowda

Bengaluru, Jun 03 (ANI): As the row over a draft education policy promising to impose Hindi as a third language in all non-Hindi speaking states continues to rage, Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers DV Sadananda Gowda said, "As far as imposing of Hindi language is concerned the central government has not taken any decision so far. Even while addressing Parliament members, PM said that regional issue should be taken up on priority. The regional issues will be taken care of by the central government."

CM Khattar cycles to Secretariat on World Bicycle Day

Chandigarh, Jun 03 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar cycled to Secretariat to observe World Bicycle Day. World Bicycle Day is celebrated worldwide on June 03. Speaking to mediapersons, Khattar said, "We should try and ride cycles to send a message regarding clean environment and keeping good health in mind. If the trend of cycle riding increases in big cities, it will sort the issue of pollution."

Women entrepreneurs showcase designer clothes in exhibition in Srinagar

Srinagar (J-K), Jun 03 (ANI): An exhibition for women entrepreneurs was organised in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar. The exhibition showcased designer clothes by local businesswomen. Women appreciated the platform provided to them to exhibit their talent. Clothes for varying occasions from casual to formal could be found at the exhibition. The exhibition was a heaven for customers who like to support women entrepreneurs.

Ranveer Singh meets Sachin Tendulkar, Vivian Richards

New Delhi, Jun 03(ANI): Ranveer Singh, who is all geared up to play the role of cricketer Kapil Dev in his upcoming film '83', couldn't contain his excitement after meeting the legendary cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Vivian Richards. The actor shared pictures featuring him with the cricketers on his Instagram account. Ranveer posed for a happy picture with the "God of cricket". He also shared another photo featuring him with "the incomparable sir" Vivian Richards. Earlier, Ranveer also met other legendary cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Shane Warne and shared pictures with them. The Bollywood powerhouse is leaving no stone unturned to get into his character. Some time back, he was seen jotting down notes from the ace cricketer at his residence. Giving a glimpse of his session, Ranveer also shared pictures on Instagram. '83' is based on the legendary cricketer Kapil Dev, who lifted the World Cup for India in 1983 and also coached the team from October 1999 to August 2000. '83' also feat

Ravi Shankar Prasad takes charge of Ministry of Law and Justice

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad took charge of the Ministry of Law and Justice in Delhi on Monday. It is his second consecutive term as Law and Justice Minister. Prasad also took charge of Telecom Ministry. He took the oath on May 30 along with other cabinet ministers. Prasad defeated Congress's Shatrughan Sinha from Patna Sahib Lok Sabha constituency in recently concluded polls.

Locals rescue elephant calf from a ditch in Assam's Golaghat

Golaghat (Assam), Jun 03 (ANI): Locals of a village in Assam's Golaghat district rescued an elephant calf that fell into a ditch. The calf fell into a drain and got stuck in the mud. The calf had separated from its herd that came out in search of food. It's being treated under the supervision of the Centre for Wildlife Rehab and Conservation.

VK Singh takes charge as MoS in Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): General (Retd.) VK Singh on Monday took charge as the Minister of State in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. He joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2014 and was elected as the Member of Parliament of the Lok Sabha in the 2014 general elections. VK Singh won from Ghaziabad constituency in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

CM Yogi flags off Surat-based 'Biking Queens'for their trip to 25 countries

Lucknow (UP), Jun 03 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath flagged off Surat-based 'Biking Queens', an all women biking club, in Lucknow on Monday. The journey will continue via Varanasi and will conclude in London. This road trip is going to take them across 25 countries and they will cover a total of 3 continents. With this road trip on two-wheels, the brave trio aims at spreading the message of 'Nari Gaurav'.

Good news for iPhone users as Apple increases the cellular download limit

New Delhi, Jun 03 (ANI): Apple has decided to break the stereotype for iPhone users by making it easy to download thick apps, which were earlier possible only over Wi-Fi. 9to5 Mac spotted that Apple has increased the cellular download limit for iPhone and iPad from 150 MB to 200 MB. Now, users can download games, apps, video podcasts, or more that are slightly heavier. In the test download, the App Store allowed compressed app over the said limit. For example, one can probably successfully download a game over the cellular limit that is listed at 240 MB but while downloading, the version that is downloaded is below the 200 MB limit as it removes the irrelevant assets.