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Former CBI joint director VV Lakshminarayana joins Jana Sena in Vijayawada

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 17 (ANI): Former CBI joint director VV Lakshminarayana joined Jana Sena party (JSP) today in Vijayawada. The development came a day after Lakshminarayana met party chief Pawan Kalyan at the JSP office on Saturday. During the meeting, the former CBI official held discussions with him on various issues. Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh will go to polls on April 11, while counting of votes will take place on May 23.

Telangana Governor ESL Narasimhan flags off annual 'She' team run in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Mar 17 (ANI): Telangana Governor ESL Narasimhan flagged off the annual 'She' team run at People's Plaza from Hyderabad today. More than 8,500 participants took part in 10 km, 5km and 2km run. Telangana State Chief Secretary SK Joshi, City Police Commissioner Anjani Kumar, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) Commissioner M Dana Kishor participated in the event.

Devotees celebrate 'Rang Bhari Ekadashi' ahead of Holi in Ayodhya

Ayodhya (UP), Mar 17 (ANI): Devotees celebrated 'Rang Bhari Ekadashi' ahead of Holi in Ayodhya on Sunday. The festival was celebrated at Hanuman Garhi Temple by people dancing and splashing colors at each other. Ganesh Das, a saint, said, "This is a very old tradition, which was followed by our forefathers and we celebrate this day in the name of God Hanuman."

Party should take some decision on health issue of Manohar Parrikar: BJP's Dayanand Mandrekar

Panaji (Goa), Mar 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar's health issue, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) core committee leader Dayanand Mandrekar said, "Had Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar been fit, there wouldn't have been a need to change the leader but his health is very critical now, deteriorating day after day. Party should take some decision. From centre to Goa, some decision should be taken. I think it will be done."

Priyanka Gandhi arrives at Lucknow to hold meeting with party workers

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 17 (ANI): Congress General Secretary for Uttar Pradesh-East Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrived at Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow today. She will hold meeting with party workers. She will also take a three-day, 140 km long 'ganga-yatra' on a steamer boat, which will start from tomorrow. It will start from Chhatnag in Prayagraj to Assi Ghat in Varanasi.

People in Chhattisgarh have already rejected BJP: CM Bhupesh Baghel

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Mar 17 (ANI): While speaking to ANI ahead of Lok Sabha polls, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said, "You might remember that prior to assembly elections that they (Bharatiya Janata Party) had said they will contest, relying on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's face. At that time, the posters used to have his face in large size, and that of former Chhattisgarh CM Raman Singh and others used to be smaller." "By the time the elections came and Congress president Rahul ji attacked them over Rafale deal, Raman Singh's face was made larger and BJP President Amit Shah-Narendra Modi's faces were made smaller. People in Chhattisgarh have already rejected them. BJP itself had accepted it," he added.

Cycle ride campaign takes place in Mumbai to create awareness about mental health

Mumbai, Mar 17 (ANI): A cycle ride has been started in Mumbai to create awareness about mental health. Kumar Mangalam Birla's daughter, Ananya Birla kick-started the cycle ride at National Sports Club of India (NSCI). Large number of people participated in the ride. In an interview to ANI, she said, "Cycling is very good for one's health. Cycling is a good way to maintain both physical as well as mental health." Talking about insurance, she said that everyone should get their insurance done because it's a safeguard. If people don't feel well then they can take right treatment and proper medical help.

Snow clearance operation underway at J and K's Rajouri

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), Mar 17 (ANI): Snow clearing operations are underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. The clearance operation is underway at Mughal Road following fresh snowfall. Temperature has dipped down further following the snowfall. Snow-capped landscapes have become a common sight in Northern hill states of India.

EAM Sushma Swaraj emplanes for Maldives from Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 17 (ANI): External Affairs Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj emplaned for Maldives from Delhi today. She is on a two-day visit to Maldives from today onwards. She will be accompanied by a high-level official delegation, including Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale. During the visit, she will call on President of the Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, Parliament Speaker Qasim Ibrahim and will also meet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Shahid. She is also scheduled to hold a joint ministerial meeting to discuss cooperation in a wide variety of areas. g

1 dead, 4 injured after entering in water chamber in Mumbai

Mumbai, Mar 17 (ANI): One staff member of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) was declared dead after he fell down in a water chamber in Mumbai. This incident occurred while he was doing the cleaning work inside the water chamber. Five others were also injured in the incident. The incident occurred at August Kranti Maidan in Mumbai. The victim was later identified as Rajesh Nigam. All injured have been admitted to the hospital for medical treatment.

JD (U) leader's house burgled in Bihar's Gaya, properties worth Rs 7 lakh stolen

Gaya (Bihar), Mar 17 (ANI): Jewellery worth Rs three lakh and Rs four lakh in cash was allegedly stolen from the house of a Janata Dal (United)-JD (U) leader in Bihar's Gaya on March 15. This incident took place at Rampur area of Gaya district. Police alleged that some miscreants entered the residence of JD (U) Gaya Mahanagar vice president Shahzad Shah by breaking down the main door and took off with Rs four lakh in cash and jewellery worth Rs three lakh. Assistant Sub-inspector (ASI) of Rampur Gopal Mishra said, "We have received information that a burglary took place here. The incident occurred when Shah was not present in his house as he had gone to Jahanabad to attend a marriage party. Investigation is underway in this case." Police have registered a case and further investigation is underway.

3 dead in encounter in Bihar's Vaishali, 2 AK-47 rifles seized

Vaishali (Bihar), Mar 17 (ANI): Around three dead and three were captured in an encounter with police in Bihar's Vaishali on Saturday. This incident took place in Bahlolpur area of Vaishali district. Vaishali Superintendent of Police (SP) Dr Manavjit Singh Dhillon said, "We had received information on presence of criminals here. In ensuing encounter three were killed and three were captured. 2 AK-47s and pistols have been recovered from them." Further investigation is underway in this case.

Citizens protest against Bengaluru's elevated corridor project

Bengaluru, Mar 17 (ANI): Hundreds of people staged protest against the proposed elevated corridor project in Bengaluru on Saturday. The project proposed by Karnataka government met objection because of environmental concerns. Protestors demanded for more investment in the public transport system.

Five thatched huts gutted in fire in Karnataka's Shivamogga

Shivamogga (Karnataka), Mar 17 (ANI): At least five thatched huts were gutted in a fire late Saturday evening at Mattodi village in Karnataka's Shivamogga. Soon after receiving the report of the incident, police and fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the blaze. The locals were also present at the site of the incident. So far no injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Further details are awaited.

This well lit street in Mumbai becomes classroom for local students in evening

Mumbai, Mar 17 (ANI): A well lit street in Mumbai's Worli Area, made by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), is a classroom for many local students in evening. Students gather in this designated street to study under street lamps. Students living in chawl get to have group studies here in a calm environment. Most of these students live in small spaces which makes the studies very challenging.

Bhang market booms ahead of Holi in Varanasi

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 17 (ANI): The market of bhang is booming in Varanasi as the festival of Holi approaches. Considered to be the main 'prasad' of Lord Shiva, it is consumed as a part of Holi celebration. Devotees also offer Bhang to the Lord Shiva and consume thandai with bhang mixed in it. Raja Yadav, a maker of bhang says that people use it in many variants.

Odisha assembly polls: BSP fields a Transgender candidate

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Mar 17 (ANI): The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) on Saturday decided to field a transgender named Kajal Nayak from Korei assembly seat for upcoming assembly elections in Odisha. Kajal, also a social worker from Jajpur region said, "I am happy that BSP has decided to give ticket to me to contest the poll. I approached many political parties earlier but no one entertained me, I am thankful to BSP for showing their faith in me and in the transgender community." Kajal is also the president of Transgender Association of Jajpur and has been working for transgender rights as well as on local issues. "There are many issues in the region which need to be raised along with issues related to transgender community. I want to raise issues of transgenders along with the issues of the people of the region" added Kajal. Hailing the step, BSP leader, Krushna Chandr Sagaria said that the party believes in social empowerment of all communities. "We have decided to give ticket to Kajal Na

No chances of Manohar Parrikar recovering, says Goa Deputy Speaker

Panaji (Goa), Mar 17 (ANI): Stating that Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar is "very ill," Deputy Speaker and Calangute BJP MLA Michael Lobo on Saturday said that "there are no chances of him getting well." Speaking to ANI on Saturday, he said: "Emergency meeting was called because Parrikar's health has deteriorated since last night. Doctors are continuously monitoring his health but are not saying that he will get alright anytime soon." "It was also about the Lok Sabha elections. There is no change of leadership and Manohar Parrikar will remain the Chief Minister," he said. "We are praying to God that he should get well but there are no chances of him getting well. He is very ill" he added. On Saturday, BJP MLAs also met in Panaji office to decide on the strategy in view of Parrikar's health condition and finalise candidates for the coming Lok Sabha polls and Assembly by-polls.

People celebrate Holi with specially-abled children in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 17 (ANI): An event was organised for the specially-abled children in Prayagraj to enjoy the festival of colours. Kids were seen splashing colours and flowers while dancing. People from all communities participated in the event. The festival of Holi will be celebrated on March 21 this year.

PM Modi inspired water guns, turban flood markets ahead of Holi

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 17 (ANI): Market is flooded with variety of colours and waterguns as Holi is around the corner. This time Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspired water guns and turbans are a hit among people. As Lok Sabha election 2019 approaches politics is taking over every facet of people's life. A trader said that people are fascinated by turban inspired by PM Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.