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PM Modi inaugurates 348 km gas pipeline in Bengal

Haldia (WB), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated LPG import terminal built by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited on February 08. He also dedicated 348 KM Dobhi-Durgapur Natural Gas Pipeline section of the Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga project and a Four-Lane ROB-cum-Flyover at Ranichak, in West Bengal's Haldia. West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan were present on the occasion.

Glacier Burst: State has all necessary machineries for evacuation, says Uttarakhand CM

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat briefed about the update of the glacier burst near Tapovan Dam in Chamoli. He said that the state has all the necessary machineries available for rescuing of people. 'Team of doctors, rescue teams to expertise are available, he said.

Chamoli disaster: ITBP rescues all 16 people trapped in tunnel

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): ITBP personnel have rescued all 16 people who were trapped in a tunnel near Tapovan area in Uttarakhand's Chamoli a glacier burst claimed lives of at least 7 people with around 140 people still missing. The glacier burst led to the increase in the water level of Dhualiganga river, and subsumed nearby villages.

Uttarakhand Govt announces Rs 4 lakh as ex-gratia to kins of glacier burst victims

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat briefed about the update of the glacier burst near Tapovan Dam in Chamoli. He said that state government will give financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased. ITBP personnel have rescued all 16 people who were trapped in a tunnel near Tapovan area in Uttarakhand's Chamoli a glacier burst claimed lives of at least 7 people with around 140 people still missing. The glacier burst led to the increase in the water level of Dhualiganga river, and subsumed nearby villages.

'Didi' gets annoyed of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' slogans: PM Modi

Haldia (WB), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 07 took pot shot at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and said 'Didi' gets annoyed of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' slogans. The Prime Minister was addressing a public gathering in Haldia. "In Bengal, if you ask didi (Mamata Banerjee) about your rights then she gets frustrated. She even gets annoyed if slogans of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' are raised," said PM Modi.

Chamoli tragedy: PM Modi says he's in touch with Uttarakhand CM, Home Minister

Haldia (WB), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences to the family who lost their loved ones in Uttarakhand's Chamoli, where glacier burst claimed lives of at least three people and more than 140 people are feared missing. Prime Minister further said that he is continuously in touch with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Rawat and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to monitor the situation.

'Very shocking, it's a natural disaster': Nirmala Sitharaman on Chamoli tragedy

Mumbai, Feb 07 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expressed condolences on Chamoli tragedy, where 100-150 casualties are feared after water level rose in Dhauliganga river after a glacier burst. "It is a kind of tragedy which is very shocking. It's a natural disaster. Home Minister has assured that every help the Uttarakhand government would need will be extended. There shall not be any hesitation on that," said Nirmala Sitharaman.

Lenders agreeing to settle NPAs through 'bad bank': FM Sitharaman

Mumbai, Feb 07 (ANI): Speaking on Asset Recreation Company or Bad Bank Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that government come up with bank driven solution rather than government solution. "Banks themselves are agreeing to form something like a hoarding company, cull out bank assets and put them in these companies which will do the job. We have come up with a bank-driven solution and not government driven solution. I am glad RBI is also working with banks," said Nirmala Sitharaman.

Chamoli tragedy: Uttarakhand CM reviews situation at incident site

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat arrived at Chamoli district, where Dhauliganga River's water level rose following an avalanche on February 07. Chief Minister Rawat was briefed on flood situation by Army and ITBP jawans here in Tapovan area. Three bodies have been recovered so far.

Modi govt stands with Uttarakhand in this difficult time: Amit Shah assures all help

Sindhudurg (Maharashtra), Feb 07 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah assured all help following the Chamoli tragedy on Feb 07. "3 NDRF teams have reached there. More teams are ready to be airlifted to Uttarakhand from Delhi. ITBP jawans are also there. I assure people of Uttarakhand that Modi govt stands with them in this difficult time. All help will be extended," said HM Amit Shah.

Chamoli tragedy: 'Over 200 jawans working on spot, evacuating people,' says ITBP Spokesperson

New Delhi, Feb 07 (ANI): ITBP Spokesperson Vivek Pandey on Chamoli tragedy said that over 200 jawans are working on the spot. "Over 200 jawans are on the job and working in collaboration with local administration. One team is on the spot to assess the situation. Another team is deployed near Joshimath to raise awareness and evacuate people. The situation is under control," said Vivek Pandey.

'Have begun work on construction of 6 more medical colleges in last 5 years': PM Modi in Assam

Sonitpur (Assam), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Asom Mala' programme in Assam's Sonitpur district. This initiative will boost the state's road infrastructure and contribute to Assam's economic progress and improve connectivity. The event is taking place at Dhekiajuli town of Sonitpur on February 07. While addressing the event, PM Modi said, "Till 2016, Assam had only 6 medical colleges. In the last 5 years, we have begun work on the construction of 6 more medical colleges." "Seeing the need in North and Upper Assam, foundation stones have been laid for 2 more medical colleges in Biswanath and Charaideo," he added.

NDRF on way to Joshimath, more rescuers to be airlifted from Delhi: SN Pradhan

New Delhi, Feb 07 (ANI): NDRF Director-General SN Pradhan on massive flood in Chamoli district informed that SDRF team members are on the spot, meanwhile NDRF teams are heading to Joshimath. He also said 3-4 rescue teams from Delhi will be airlifted to Dehradun onwards to Joshimath. "The glacier breach has impacted the Rishiganga River and flooding has taken out one bridge being constructed by BRO. The upper reaches of the Rishiganga project also has been damaged. Chamoli, Joshimath and other downstream reaches will be affected," said SN Pradhan. He added, "Teams of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are already deployed in Joshimath. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has already moved from Dehradun to Joshimath. We are organising airlift for 3-4 more teams from Delhi to Dehradun onwards to Joshimath."

Chamoli disaster: Rescue workers buckle up after water level rises in Dhauliganga River

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): Rescue workers reached Reni village in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand on Feb 07. Water level rose in Dhauliganga River following an avalanche. Rishiganga Power Project has been damaged due to breach of a glacier in Tapovan area, informed Chamoli Police. Directions have been issued to evacuate people living on the bank of Dhauliganga River.

Northeast is heading on road of development: PM Modi

Sonitpur (Assam), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Asom Mala' programme in Assam's Sonitpur district. This initiative will boost the state's road infrastructure and contribute to Assam's economic progress and improve connectivity. The event is taking place at Dhekiajuli town of Sonitpur on February 07. While addressing the event, PM Modi said, "Northeast is heading on the road of development and Assam is playing a significant role in it." "Assam is an example of how collective efforts yield good results," he added.

PM Modi promises Assam people to establish medical, technical college in local language

Sonitpur (Assam), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Asom Mala' programme in Assam's Sonitpur district. This initiative will boost the state's road infrastructure and contribute to Assam's economic progress and improve connectivity. The event is taking place at Dhekiajuli town of Sonitpur on February 07. While addressing the event, PM Modi said, "It is my dream to ensure that every state has at least one medical college and one technical college that teaches in mother tongue." "I promise to people of Assam that when we come to power after the election, we will establish a medical and technical college in local language," PM added.

PM Modi launches 'Asom Mala' programme in Assam's Sonitpur

Sonitpur (Assam), Feb 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Asom Mala' programme in Assam's Sonitpur district. This initiative will boost the state's road infrastructure and contribute to Assam's economic progress and improve connectivity. The event is taking place at Dhekiajuli town of Sonitpur on February 07. PM Narendra Modi also laid the foundation stones of medical colleges and hospitals in Biswanath and Charaideo.

Watch: Water level rises in Dhauliganga River following avalanche

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 07 (ANI): Water level in Dhauliganga River rose suddenly following avalanche near a power project at Raini village in Tapovan area of Chamoli district.

Over 57 lakh vaccinated against COVID in India

New Delhi, Feb 07 (ANI): 1,05,22,601 patients have been discharged so far across India. Country also reported 12,059 new COVID-19 cases and 11,805 discharges on Feb 07. With new infections, the COVID tally of the country stood at 1,08,26,363. Which includes 1,48,766 active cases. With 78 deaths in the last 24 hours, the death toll rose to 1,54,996. According to the Health Ministry, total of 57,75,322 beneficiaries have been vaccinated in India for COVID-19.

Security personnel continue to man Tikri Border

Tikri Border, Feb 07 (ANI): Heavy security deployment continued to guard Tikri border day after farmers' Chakka Jam on February 07. As a part of protest against farm laws, farmers had called Chakka Jam yesterday nationwide between 12 pm to 3 pm. Farmers have been protesting at different borders of the national capital since November 26 last year against the three newly enacted farm laws.