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CM Yogi pays last respects to BJP MLA Jagan Prasad Garg

Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 10 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reached the residence of late Jagan Prasad Garg's residence today. Jagan Prasad Garg was Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Agra, passed away today. Jagan Prasad won Assembly elections five times. He died of heart attack.

Police seize Rs 1.90 crore cash in AP

Krishna (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 10 (ANI): Police recovered Rs 1.90 crore in cash from a vehicle during checking in Gannavaram area of Andhra Pradesh. The driver of the vehicle has been detained. Police personnel and flying squads are conducting search operations across India ahead of LS polls.

Delhi court sends Yasin Malik to NIA remand till April 22

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Kashmiri separatist leader Yasin Malik was taken to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) headquarters in Delhi today. Malik was taken to the NIA after a Delhi court sent the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief on NIA remand till April 22. He was arrested in connection with 2017 terror financing and terror conspiracy case. Malik was brought to the national capital on Tuesday from Jammu jail after the NIA secured a production warrant against him in connection with a terror and separatism funding case in Jammu and Kashmir.

LS polls: Karnataka Housing Minister performs 'Naagin Dance' during campaign

Hoskote (Karnataka), Apr 10 (ANI): Karnataka Housing Minister MTB Nagaraj was seen performing 'Naagin Dance' with a group of people while campaigning in Hoskote. The Minister was accompanied by his supporters in the dance performance.

Journalist imprisoned under NSA in Imphal, released from jail

Imphal (Manipur), Apr 10 (ANI): Manipur based journalist Kishorechandra Wangkhem has been released from jail today. He was imprisoned under the National Security Act (NSA) in November 2018 for allegedly criticising the state government in a social media post. He was warmly accorded by his wife, Ranjeeta, his counsel, several Human Right Activists and representatives of students' organizations were also present. After his release, Wangkhem said, "Quite happy and content with judgment of the High Court of Manipur especially because it has upheld the right of freedom of expression of speech and that is what we have been looking for. From the beginning we have kept the faith in the court that they will definitely do something, do justice for me. I am not the first one to be jailed for criticizing the government, so let this case be an example for those whose voice are being suppressed so that they can speak up. We are living in a democratic country and we have the right to say what we want

Rafale deal: BJP slams Rahul Gandhi for attributing his comment to SC

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slammed Congress president Rahul Gandhi for attributing his comment on Supreme Court regarding Rafale deal case. Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "We all know Congress president probably doesn't even read even half a paragraph, but here, by saying that the court has accepted and by also saying that the court has said 'Chowkidar chor hai,' these verge on contempt of court. She added, "The president of a party that has been in power for so many years has completely shown its frustration by attributing words which have not been uttered by the honourable court." Meanwhile, while addressing a public rally in Bihar's Katihar, Rahul Gandhi reiterated, "Today Supreme court took a historic decision. Supreme Court said, 'Hindustan ka chowkidar chor hai'."

109-year-old man spreading awareness among villagers in Gaya to cast vote

Gaya (Bihar), Apr 10 (ANI): 109 years old Hemraj Paswan, from Itma Village in Gaya has been casting his vote since 1956. He never missed any election and makes sure he casts his vote. Younger generation of the village gets inspiration from him. Hemraj spread awareness to villagers to cast vote and tell the importance of casting vote. While talking to ANI, Hemraj told that, "casting vote is crucial. I am casting vote since 65 years". He further added that everyone should participate in voting and elect the best candidate who can work for the development of poor people. Hemraj's son Tuntun Paswan said, "My father has been casting vote since 1952, he told us the difference of voting system of today's and of past generation."

Dantewada Naxal attack: Mortal remains of BJP MLA brought to his residence

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh), Apr 10 (ANI): Mortal remains of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Bheema Mandavi who lost his life in Naxal attack yesterday, were brought to his residence in Gadapal, Chhattisgarh. Four security personnel were also killed in the attack. Former Chhattisgarh chief minister Raman Singh was present to pay his last respects.

You can't arrest anyone who has difference of opinion: Farooq Abdullah on arrest of Yasin Malik

Srinagar (JandK), Apr 10 (ANI): Former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir and president of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), Farooq Abdullah expressed concerns over the arrest of Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Yasin Malik by National Investigation Agency (NIA). He said, "I am really sorry, it would not yield any result. The more you oppress these people, the fire will get worse. Humans can have differences. It doesn't mean you'll arrest anyone who has difference of opinion. This is not the way of India."

CM Naidu slams I-T Dept, PM Modi for 'one-sided' raids on TDP leaders

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Congress attacked on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday after Supreme Court (SC) dismissed government's preliminary objections in Rafale deal case. Congress' national spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said, "Over and over again, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the decision of Supreme Court, clad himself in false clean chit. Today, the primary decision of SC has unmasked the face of falsehood of PM Modi. He added, "Rafale ke bharashtachar ko chupane ke liye chowkidar ne sau jhoot bole, par akhir me sachhai bahar aa hi gayi, ki Rafale ki chori me chowkidar chor hai."

Alpesh Thakor's close aide Dhavalsinh Zala hints at his exit from Congress

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Apr 10 (ANI): After the Thakor Sena Party gave ultimatum of 24 hours to Alpesh Thakor to leave the Congress party, Dhavalsinh Zala, a Congress leader and close aide of Alpesh, said that a final decision will be taken once Alpesh returns to Gujarat. Zala is also rumored to be leaving the Congress along with Alpesh. The Thakor Sena Party held a core committee meeting after which it warned Alpesh to quit the Congress within 24 hours, saying that Alpesh is not getting his due place in the Congress.

Congress slams BJP after SC's dismissal of govt's objection in Rafale case

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Congress attacked on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday after Supreme Court (SC) dismissed government's preliminary objections in Rafale deal case. Congress' national spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said, "Over and over again, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the decision of Supreme Court, clad himself in false clean chit. Today, the primary decision of SC has unmasked the face of falsehood of PM Modi. He added, "Rafale ke bharashtachar ko chupane ke liye chowkidar ne sau jhoot bole, par akhir me sachhai bahar aa hi gayi, ki Rafale ki chori me chowkidar chor hai."

Would like to thank people of Amethi, Wayanad for giving me all the love: Rahul Gandhi

Amethi (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 10 (ANI): Ahead of Lok Sabha elections, Congress president Rahul Gandhi filed nomination papers for Amethi Lok Sabha seat on Wednesday. After filing the nominations, Gandhi spoke to mediapersons and said, "I filed my nomination papers just now. And before coming here, I filed my nomination from Wayanad. So, first of all I would like to thank people of Amethi and Wayanad for giving me all the love and blessings."

Won't talk to terrorists, will shred them into pieces if they attack again: Amit Shah

Kasganj (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 10 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah on Wednesday said that his government will not talk to terrorists and if they would try to do another attack in India, then his government will again enter their houses and shred them to pieces. 'We will not talk to any terrorist groups, that is for sure. Narendra Modi is going to be the PM once again, if terrorists dare to do something, we will enter their house again and shred them," Shah said at a public rally in UP's Kasganj.

Omar Abdullah stages protest against highway ban in JandK

Srinagar (JandK), Apr 10 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah staged protest in Srinagar against highway ban. He said, "We have been requesting govt to rethink the move. Ban is unnecessary. Army itself said that they don't want it and never asked for it. Ex-Army chief General Malik said it is a foolish move." Civilian movement has been restricted on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway for two days a week.

LS polls: Gurjar leader Kirori Singh Bainsla joins BJP

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): Ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, Gurjar leader Kirori Singh Bainsla joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today in the national capital. His son Vijay Bainsla also joined BJP in the presence of Union Minister of Human Resource Development Prakash Javadekar. Bainsla and his son also met BJP president Amit Shah in Delhi after joining the party. Rajasthan will go to polls in the fourth and fifth phases of Lok Sabha elections, i.e., on April 29 and May 06.

Rahul Gandhi files nomination for Amethi Lok Sabha seat

Amethi (Uttar Pradesh), Apr 10 (ANI): Ahead of Lok Sabha elections, Congress president Rahul Gandhi filed nomination papers for Amethi Lok Sabha seat on Wednesday. He was accompanied by his mother and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, sister and Congress general secretary for Uttar Pradesh (East) Priyanka Gandhi and brother-in-law Robert Vadra. Gandhi is representing the constituency for the past 15 years. Rahul will face Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Smriti Irani. In 2014, Rahul had defeated Irani by over one lakh votes.

SC dismisses govt's preliminary objections in Rafale deal case, informs Arun Shourie

New Delhi, Apr 10 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed the Center's preliminary objections claiming 'privilege' over three Rafale documents cited in petition seeking review of the December 14 verdict on the fighter jet deal. Earlier, Arun Shourie filed the plea to review Rafale deal verdict. While addressing media after the Rafale deal verdict, petitioner Arun Shourie said, "The three judges have given unanimous judgment in which they've rejected the government's argument that firstly these documents cannot be considered because as the Attorney General said that they are stolen documents. This was on the face of it because if somebody is going to do something wrong, he is not going to take out full page advertisements in newspapers. So, that document has to be excavated. But the Attorney General said it is stolen and that has been rejected." He further said, "Second argument was that these are privileged documents because they relate to Defence and so on. Our argument was th

Rafale deal: People trust PM Modi more than anybody else, says Ram Madhav

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Apr 10 (ANI): While speaking to mediapersons, national general secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Ram Madhav spoke about Rafale deal case. Madhav said, "Whatever Supreme Court wants, as government all the things will be placed before the Supreme Court. There is nothing to hide in that. It is only an effort to create certain confusion in the minds of the people. The government is transparent." While questioning about its affects on upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Ram Madhav said, "You see, people trust Modi more than anybody else."

Rafale case: RS Prasad slams Rahul Gandhi for 'motivated campaign' after SC allows leaked docs in review petition

Patna (Bihar), Apr 10 (ANI): After the Supreme Court dismissed Centre's preliminary objection in the Rafale case and allowed the leaked documents to be a part of the review petition, Union Minister of Law and Justice Ravi Shankar Prasad said that a "wrong" perception was being created that the SC order was a setback to the central government, and that the motivated campaign led by Congress president Rahul Gandhi will be repelled by the people of India. Prasad added that his government was sure that the review petition will be dismissed in all likelihood.