New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): Congress slammed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Uttar Pradesh government for increased crime against women in the country. Congress national spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill attacked on BJP and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath over a woman in Hapur who set herself on fire after being gangraped and turned away by UP police. Shergill said, "The crime against women has increased in past 5 years according to the data by NCRP. Most shocking thing is that, many times BJP worker and legislator themselves are culprit in these disgusting crimes."
New Delhi, May 14: An Indian army veteran has claimed that Khalistani separatists are getting support from Pakistanis in Britain. He is also of the opinion that few Gurdwaras in Canada and United Kingdom are the facilitators of the movement and they have been pumping money and material to keep it alive. He, however, believes that governments of the both the states are not aware of such things. Pakistan has for years been working on its agenda of subverting peace and harmony in India and it has been working relentlessly to achieve its aims. As per Major General Katoch, the Khalistan movement is also a long devious design which has its headquarters in Pakistan. He, however, warns Pakistan saying that Pakistan will have to pay heavy price for the activities it is involved in. He also says that Pakistan can lose its territories to India if it persists with its satanic agenda of destabilizing India. The Khalistan movement was completely squashed by the Indian security forces in the early 90
Neemuch (MP), May 14 (ANI): While addressing public meeting in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch, Congress president Rahul Gandhi said, "Narendra Modi told officers and Air force Chief, 'it will be beneficial, radar won't be able to track aircraft in bad weather'. Narendra Modi ji, whenever it rains in India, do all the aircraft disappear from the radar?." Earlier, in a TV interview Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about Balakot Air strike and said, 'I felt clouds could help Indian jets escape radar.'
Patna (Bihar), May 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, "Nitish kumar said yesterday in Nalanda that he will not let Lalu Prasad Yadav come out of jail. This confirms our allegations leveled against Nitish Kumar and BJP, they are the ones who sent Lalu Yadav to jail. We have appealed in High Court against this and decision will be taken by court, not by Nitish Kumar or Narendra Modi."
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): While addressing people in Varanasi, through video message on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued an emotional message for the people of the constituency and said, "Kashi is not two letters for me, it is an inspiration to me. Kashi is on a new path of development." PM modi is contesting again from Varanasi in the ongoing LS polls. The constituency will go to polls in the last phase.
Howrah (West Bengal), May 14 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) youth wing worker Priyanka Sharma has been granted conditional bail by the Supreme Court (SC) in Delhi today. Family members of Priyanka celebrated the decision in West Bengal's Howrah after SC granted her conditional bail. Priyanka Sharma was arrested for posting an objectionable and morphed picture of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on her social media account. While speaking to ANI, mother of BJP youth wing worker, Raj Kumari Sharma said, "I can't express how happy I am. I am awaiting my daughter's return."
Buxar (Bihar), May 14 (ANI): While addressing a public rally in Bihar's Buxar on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "On one hand, we are engaged in the cleaning of terrorists, Naxals and on the other side, these 'mahamilavat' are trying to save them."
Shimla (HP), May 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Congress senior leader Mani Shankar Aiyar gives a clarification on an article written by him 'Was I not prophetic' and said, "I have been a victim of the media and it has caused me significant damage". Later he added, "Statement has come from my side, there is a whole article, picking out one line from it and saying "now talk on this". I am not ready to be involved in your games, 'main ullu hoon, lekin itna bada ullu nahi hoon'."
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh), May 14 (ANI): Around three persons died after a truck ran over them in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur today. The incident took place near highway at Machharia area of Kanpur when a man and his two sons were sleeping during night time. This mishap occurred at around 4:00 am. Investigation is going on in this case. Rescue operation is underway.
Shimla (HP), May 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Congress senior leader Mani Shankar Aiyar gives a clarification on an article written by him 'Was I not prophetic' and said, "I was 6 years old when Jawaharlal Nehru became Prime Minister and 23 when he passed away. I learned political discourse in that era, there is no comparison between the era of Jawaharlal Nehru and the environment created by current government.
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met Union External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in Delhi. Both the leaders held a meeting over several issues. Zarif arrived in India on Monday night. Zarif is on a two-day official visit to the country.
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Tuesday said that he stands by his 'neech aadmi' jibe against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and termed his December 2017 remark about the Prime Minister as 'prophetic'. 'I said what I wanted to say in that article, I stand by every word. I have no desire to engage in any argument," said Aiyar. The Congressman hit yet another low by terming the Prime Minister 'foul-mouthed' and added that his ouster is certain on May 23. Aiyar in an article for an online publication, charged PM Modi of being 'guilty of anti-national activity in trying to ride on the sacrifices of martyrs.' In the run-up to 2017 Gujarat Assembly polls, Aiyar had referred to Modi as a 'neech-aadmi', a remark that cost his party heavily in the state. The Congress leader's comments were met with sharp criticism by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in the national capital, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for atrocities happening there. He said, "There is no place for political violence in a healthy democracy, it's unfortunate that more and more incidences of violence are taking place in West Bengal. What can be more unfortunate, that the chief minister is unable to stop violence in the state?"
Srinagar (J and K), May 14 (ANI): Pencak Silat state championship was organised in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It is the 3rd championship in a row. Similar championship will be organized in Jammu and afterwards chosen players from both the regions will be selected for national tournaments. Fitness and self-defence competition enhance the skills of students. Pencak Silat is a term for a class of related Indonesian Martial Arts.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 14 (ANI): Amid the Lok Sabha elections, while addressing a press conference in Lucknow today, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government is losing this election, it appears that even the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has stopped supporting them. In view of unfulfilled election promises and the public agitation, their swayamsevaks are not being seen putting in the work, it has made Shri Modi nervous."
Ballia (UP), May 14 (ANI): While addressing a public meeting in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed 'mahagathbandhan' for asking his caste. He said, "These 'mahamilavatis' are asking 'what is Modi's caste?' I have been chief minister of Gujarat for longer times than both 'Bua-Babua' combined have been chief minister. I have contested and helped many, in contesting elections, but never used my caste for support."
Ajmer (Rajasthan), May 14 (ANI): A prisoner committed suicide inside the police custody in Rajasthan's Ajmer on Monday. Magistrate enquiry is underway in order to investigate the case. He committed suicide inside the washroom of the police station. A medical board has also been formed to investigate the suicide case.
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): Former Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India (ICICI) Bank chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director (MD) Chanda Kochhar arrived at the office of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Delhi today. Chanda Kochhar was accompanied by her husband Deepak Kochhar at the ED office. They reached at ED office for questioning in connection with ICICI-Videocon loan case. They both were summoned by ED in connection with this case.
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 14 (ANI): Amid the Lok Sabha elections, while addressing a press conference in Lucknow today, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati said, "Roadshows and offering prayers have become a fashion during elections, where a lot of money is spent. The Election Commission (EC) should add this expense to the candidate's total expenditure limit." "During a ban on a candidate for violating Model Code of Conduct (MCC), if they go to a public place or offer prayers at a temple and it is shown in media, it should be stopped. EC should take action on it," Mayawati added.
New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Union Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said, "People who are anti-BJP, their lies were clearly visible during the time of elections. The type of language they have used is not acceptable at all. This 'gaali gang' has lost the sweetness of their tongue and day by day, it has become 'sugar free'. The hatred they have within themselves can be clearly seen on their faces".