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Hyderabad City Police Training Centre wins Union Home Minister's trophy for best training institution

Hyderabad, Feb 04 (ANI): Hyderabad City Police Training Centre at Petla Burj has won the Union Home Minister's Trophy for the Best Police Training Institution in the country for the year 2019-2020. A cash prize of Rs 2 lakh will be given along with the trophy. Officers of the Police Training Centre got felicitated with awards for Trophy for best Police Training Institution in India. A cash prize has also been given along with the trophy.

Delhi Police arrests 1 person, registers 4 FIRs against social media accounts for spreading fake news

New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): Delhi Police has arrested a person and registered four FIRs in connection with spread of misinformation in the aftermath of the violence that broke out in Delhi on Republic Day. Delhi Police PRO Chinmoy Biswal said, "Four FIRs have been registered and one person has been arrested in this regard. We have issued 4 notices to 4 people. After getting their statements, we'll further investigate the matter."

Private nursing college in Mangaluru sealed after 40 students test positive for COVID-19

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Feb 04 (ANI): A private nursing college in Ullal, Mangaluru of Dakshina Kannada district has been sealed after 40 of its students tested positive for COVID-19. The students had arrived from Kerala. The officials from the district health department and Ullal city municipality visited the spot and declared it as a containment zone and ordered to seal down the college and hospital. According to the Karnataka health department, Dakshina Kannada on Wednesday reported 61 new cases taking the total number of cases in the district to 33,888 including 32,867 discharges, 281 active cases, and 738 deaths. Karnataka on Wednesday reported 426 new COVID-19 cases, 433 discharges, and 2 deaths. Total cases in the state rose to 9,40,596 including 9,22,437 discharges, 12,225 deaths and 5,915 active cases.

Govansh Raksha Abhiyan demands immediate action on illegal bull fights in Goa

Panaji (Goa), Feb 04 (ANI): Members of NGO Govansh Raksha Abhiyan met North Goa Collector demanding to stop illegal Bull fights organised in North Goa and illegal transportation of beef from other states. The members also alleged that Goa Police has failed to seize beef imports from the illegal slaughter houses of Karnataka's various districts. "We're raising our voice since 2012. Collector is empowered to take action in the matter. We've given him a letter urging to look into the issue," said a member. GRAG has demanded immediate action against the wrongdoers.

India focused on providing stability, simplifying tax system: Finance Secretary

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Speaking on this year Union Budget, Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey, on February 03 stated that nation is focused on providing stability and simplifying the tax system. "We want stability in the tax rates, now India is also on the counting list of minimum corporate taxes. If we change the tax rates in regular intervals then it is not good for the economy," Pandey told ANI.

Virat is captain, I'm vice-captain: Rahane on Kohli's return

Chennai, Feb 03 (ANI): India Test Vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane on Feb 03 said he is "really happy" as the skipper Virat Kohli is back to the squad as the captain, ahead of the first test match against England, starting from Feb 05 in Chennai. "Originally Virat is the captain and I'm vice-captain. I'm really happy that he is back with us which is a positive sight. As a team, we are focussing on playing together, playing as a unit," said Rahane when asked Virat Kohli's return to the Indian cricket team.

Single largest order: DRDO Chairman on IAF purchasing 83 LCA Tejas

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): Government's approval for indigenous manufacturing of 83 LCA Mk 1A to HAL is the single largest order, said DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy. "It's a major development in aeronautics history of the country. It will give a major boost to aeronautics of the country. It's the single largest order ever from IAF as far as number of aircraft is concerned," said DRDO Chairman.

Watch: DRDO exhibits futuristic fighter aircraft

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): In order to make India Aatmanirbhar, DRDO exhibited high level of indigenous content in defence forces. DRDO has displayed the models of its futuristic fighter aircraft, including the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft and LCA Mark 2, at Aero India 2021 in Bengaluru. Defence Research and Development Organisation has also showcased India's under-development fifth-generation fighter aircraft Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft at Aero India. As per DRDO, the aircraft would come with stealth features and all capabilities of a multirole fighter plane.

Watch: Tej Pratap Yadav rides electric cycle in Mathura

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 03 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav, who is known for his unique style, surprised people as he rode an electric cycle. He was seen riding electric cycle in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura. He is on visit to Vrindavan.

India will have enormous indigenous defence weapons in next 5 years: DRDO Chairman

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): In next five years, India should be able to see very high level of indigenous content in defence forces, said DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy at Aero India 2021 in Benglauru. "PM has been asking us to enhance indigenous content in the Armed Forces. Gen Bipin Rawat also said that we should fight next war with indigenous weapons only. In next 5 years, we should be able to see very high level of indigenous content in defence forces," DRDO chairman told ANI.

Tihar Haat and Tihar Emporia reopen

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Both the exclusive stores namely Tihar Haat and Tihar Emporia of tihar jail were closed during the nationwide lockdown due to spread of COVID-19 pandemic. A wide range of products made by prison inmates like Bakery products, Namkeen, Biscuits, Spices, Housekeeping products, Wooden Crafts, Mustard Oil, Hand-made File Covers, Pant-Shirts, Blankets and Bed-sheets, Facemasks are retailed on these stores. The prisoners who are lodged in Semi-Open Jail are employed at these stores as store-assist. With the improvement in COVID-19 situation, Tihar Emporia reopened in August last year and Tihar Haat resumed its service recently. Both the stores will remain opened on all seven days from 11AM to 07PM. The new venture Tihar Art Gallery will also come up very soon near the Tihar Haat building. Here, paintings and sculpture made by Tihar Prison inmates will be showcased for exhibition and sale purposes.

First ever Ice-Cricket championship in Srinagar brings new hope

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Feb 3 (ANI): The first-ever Ice-Cricket championship was organised in Srinagar by the Super Seven Cricket Association of Jammu and Kashmir under the guidelines of the Super Seven Federation of India. Braving heavy snowfall in the Kashmir valley during this season, the youngsters came out in huge numbers to take part in the event. This tournament comes with new hope for the youth of the Valley to boost and continue with winter sports in Kashmir. The players hope that with this tournament many other winter games will also be introduced in the future.The players later got awards for participation in the match and the winner team also got a cup.

Sharjeel Usmani booked for controversial speech: Anil Deshmukh

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): A police case has been registered against Aligarh Muslim University alumnus Sharjeel Usmani over his speech at the recent Elgar Parishad 'controversial speech'. The conclave was held in Maharashtra's Pune. "A case has been registered against Sharjeel Usmani. He is not in Maharashtra and a team has been constituted to catch him," said Home Minister Deshmukh.

Kerala CM lost credibility after gold scam: JP Nadda

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Feb 03 (ANI): Chief Minister Office's involvement has embarrassed self respecting Malayalis, said BJP president JP Nadda while addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram. "In Gold scam, involvement of CMO has embarrassed self-respecting Malayalis, not only in Kerala but world over. Pinarayi Vijayan has lost his credibility. Investigation which is going on is going to throw further light and it seems many ministers are going to come to light," said President Nadda.

Defence budget sends message that govt won't support forces: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Criticising the defence budget of this year, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi asserted that the central government wants to send a message to the forces that it won't support them if China enters the country. He said, "China enters into India and grabs our land. What message do you give them? That we won't increase our Defence Expenditure. You raised it by Rs 3000-4000 Cr. What message did you give? That you can enter India and do whatever you want, we won't support our Defence Forces."

Watch: BMC Joint Commissioner mistakenly drinks sanitiser

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): During the presentation of BMC Budget in Mumbai, city's Joint Municipal Commissioner Ramesh Pawar accidentally drank hand sanitiser instead of water on February 03.

IAF's magical stunts at Aero India 2021

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): Leveraging aerospace power for India's security and stability, with blue sunny skies Air Force Station Yelahanka welcomed world to Aero India 2021. A carnival spirit drifts in as bravehearts joined to put in their best on the table. IAF's Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team and Sarang helicopters conducted aerobatic display at Aero India show. The aircrafts took part in flypast in 'AatmaNirbhar formation' at Aero India 2021. The breathtaking 'Trishul formation' by Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters witnessed during the carnival in Bengaluru. 13th edition of Aero India 2021 commenced on Feb 03. Amid the pandemic, this is the first global air show displayed at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru. Aero India 2021 is centred on a theme 'conceive, indigenize, collaborate'.

Farmers not going anywhere, resolve their issues: Rahul Gandhi to govt

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on February 03 said central government needs to resolve the farmers’ matter as soon as possible, warning that the protestors are not going away. He said, "Delhi is surrounded by farmers. They're the people who give us sustenance. Why is Delhi being converted into a fortress? Why are we threatening, beating and killing them? Why is Govt not talking to them and not resolving this problem? This problem isn't good for country." "PM saying that offer is still on table to postpone laws for 2 yrs. What does it mean? Either you believe that you need to get rid of the laws or you don't. I feel this issue needs to be resolved as soon as possible and Govt needs to listen as farmers aren't going away," he added.

Budget only caters to 1% population: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Speaking on Union Budget 2021-22, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on February 03 said recent Union Budget, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, support only 1% population of India. Adding on it, he said, "If we want to restart our economy, it will only be through consumption. It is not possible from the supply side." While addressing a press conference in national capital, Rahul said, "I had expected from the Budget that Govt will provide support to 99% of India's population. But this Budget is that of the 1% population. You snatched away money from people in small and medium industry, workers, farmers, Forces and put it in the pockets of 5-10 people." "You talk of privatisation which will benefit them. India needs to put money in the hands of its people. Because if we want to restart our economy, it will only be through consumption. It is not possible from the supply side," he added.

Aero India 2021: Showcasing the country's super-efficient fighter aircraft

At a time when all the major air shows across the world have been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, India is hosting the first global air show in the post-Covid era- Aero India 2021. For the first time, Aero India will have indigenously developed virtual exhibition platform on a hybrid model, and will be accessible 24X7 to visitors. The air show, largest in Asia, is organised by the Indian Ministry of Defence and is fully supported by the government. Here are some of the key highlights of the first day.