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Kashi is inspiration to me: PM 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.

BJP youth wing worker Priyanka Sharma granted conditional bail by SC

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."

We are engaged in cleaning of terrorists, but 'mahamilavat' are trying to save them: PM Modi

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."

'Main ullu hoon, lekin itna bada ullu nahi': Mani Shankar Aiyar refuses to comment on his article

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'."

Truck runs over people in Kanpur, 3 dead

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.

There's no comparison between Nehru's era and current govt: Mani Shankar

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.

EAM Swaraj meets Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif in Delhi

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.

Aiyar returns, terms 'neech aadmi' jibe against PM Modi 'prophetic'

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).

Unfortunate that WB CM is unable to stop violence in state: Rajnath Singh

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?"

J and K Sports Council organises Pencak Silat state championship in Srinagar

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.

LS polls: It appears that RSS has stopped supporting PM Modi govt, says Mayawati

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."

I've contested many elections but never used my caste to gain support: PM Modi

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."

Prisoner commits suicide in police custody in Ajmer, investigation underway

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.

ICICI-Videocon loan case: Chanda Kochhar arrives at ED office with husband in Delhi

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.

LS polls: EC should add expense of roadshows to candidate's total expenditure limit, says Mayawati

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.

'Gaali gang' has lost sweetness of their tongue: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi

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".

Watch: Congress MLA Yashomati Thakur abuses public officials in a meeting

Amravati (Maharashtra), May 14 (ANI): All India Congress Committee (AICC) Secretary Yashomati Thakur abused public officials on Monday. The incident took place during a meeting on water resources. Yashomati is Congress MLA from Teosa, Maharashtra. The leader was heard using strong language in the meeting.

CM Yogi meets Padma Shri late Hiralal Yadav's family in Varanasi

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), May 14 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met the family members of Padma Shri awardee late Hiralal Yadav in Varanasi today. Hiralal Yadav passed away on May 12. Hiralal Yadav was famous Birha singer from UP.

Bannerghatta Biological Park makes arrangement to protect animals from scorching heat

Bengaluru, May 14 (ANI): Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru has made special arrangements to cool off animals from increased temperature. Spraying gun is being used to spray water inside the zoo. Zoo administration has used borewell and natural tanks to provide relief to animals and visitors. Carnivorous animals are also provided separate water tanks.

Man stabbed to death for objecting to lewd remarks on daughter in Delhi

New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): A man was stabbed to death by his neighbours in Basai Darapur area under Moti Nagar on Sunday night, May 12. The incident occurred after he objected to their lewd remarks and molestation attempts directed to his daughter. His son was also stabbed and is admitted in hospital. Police has been deployed in the area. 4 people have been arrested in the matter.