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Opened opportunities for private players in manufacturing equipments through Strategic Partnership Model: Rajnath

New Delhi, Mar 07 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on March 7 attended the Business Global Summit-2020 in Delhi. While addressing the gathering, he said that Centre has opened opportunities for private players in manufacturing of fighter aircraft, helicopter, tank and submarine etc through our Strategic Partnership Model, which will allow our private companies to become global giants in the coming years.

Pakistan wants Taliban to rule Afghanistan, says brother of former Afghan President

Geneva (Switzerland), Mar 07 (ANI): Sediqullah Rahi, brother of former President of Afghanistan, Dr Najibullah, said that Pakistan is backing the Taliban to topple the elected government in Kabul. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of 43rd session of UN Human Rights in Geneva, Sediqullah said the recent Afghan peace deal between the U.S. and the Taliban is against the will of the people in Afghanistan. "Who supported the Taliban since the day they came to Afghanistan, into political environment or political life of Afghan people? They are the military militia of the ISI, intelligence agency of Pakistan, and they supported them and that's why, indirectly, if I said they are representing the Pakistani military, already the peace treaty which they signed with the United States, I am not believing them, I am not agree with and nobody in Afghanistan, the people of Afghanistan they are very upset with this deal and intellectual element in my country, in my society they are totally against the

PoK called 'Azad Kashmir' in Madhya Pradesh state board Class 10 examination

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 07 (ANI): Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) called Azad Kashmir in a question paper in Madhya Pradesh state board class 10th examination of Social Science subject. However, Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education suspended two persons who set and moderated the question paper. "The Board has suspended two persons who set and moderated the Class 10 question paper in which Pakistan occupied Kashmir has been called Azad Kashmir," said Saleena Singh, Chairperson Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education.

'Congress giving me life threats to leave BJP': MLA Sanjay Pathak

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 07 (ANI): BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak claimed that Congress Party giving him life threats to leave Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). "There is a lot of pressure on me. I am being asked to quit BJP and to join Congress, if I don't do that then actions will be taken against me and my family members. There's constant threat to my life. I will die but will never quit BJP."BJP MLA Sanjay Pathak's resort in Madhya Pradesh's Bandhavgarh has been demolished by the administration after he was given notice for land encroachment.

Uddhav Thackeray in Ayodhya to seek Lord Ram's blessings on 100 days of his govt

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 07 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray received guard of honour upon his arrival in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya. Thackeray will visit the makeshift temple of Lord Ram here. The Maharashtra CM's visit was announced in January this year, to mark 100 days of the Shiv Sena-led government.

I left BJP not 'Hindutva', both are two different things: Uddhav Thackeray

Ayodhya (Uttar Pardesh), Mar 07 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on March 07 said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and 'Hindutva' are two different things, and he has only left the former. "I left BJP, not 'Hindutva'. BJP and 'Hindutva' are two different things," said Thackeray while talking to media in Ayodhya where he announced his offer to donate Rs 1 crore for the construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya. Shiv Sena broke ties with the BJP after Maharashtra Assembly polls in late 2019 over the post of Chief Minister.

Fire breaks out at plastic factory in Noida

Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 07 (ANI): Massive fire broke out at a plastic factory in Phase-2 area of Noida on March 07. Four fire tenders reached at the spot to douse the flames. More details are awaited.

Inter-caste couples in Kerala can soon stay in govt-supported homes after marriage

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Mar 07 (ANI): To promote inter-caste marriages in Kerala, the state government will soon come with a plan where inter-caste couples can stay for a year in government-supported homes after marriage. While speaking to ANI, Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja said, "We are thinking of opening a home where inter-caste married couples can stay for a year safely with government facilities. These homes will be for people who cannot afford a living after marriage." The Health Minister also inaugurated 'One Day Home' in Thiruvananthapuram on March 07.

Uddhav Thackeray offers Rs 1 crore for construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya

Ayodhya (Uttar Pardesh), Mar 07 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on March 07 announced an offer of donating Rs 1 crore for the construction of Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya. "It is my third visit in last 1.5 years. I will also offer prayers today. I want to announce that not from the state government, but from my trust, I offer an amount of Rs. 1 crore," said CM Uddhav Thackeray while addressing the gathering in Ayodhya. The chief minister is also planning to build 'Maharashtra Bhavan' in Ayodhya. On November 09 last year, the Supreme Court ordered the disputed land to be handed over to a trust to build a Ram temple. The top court also ordered to allocate alternate 5 acres of land in another place to the Sunni Waqf Board for the purpose of building a mosque.

Pakistan based cheating racket in name of KBC lottery busted by Delhi Police

New Delhi, Mar 07 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, a team of Cyber Crime Unit has arrested three persons for running a major scam that is believed to have affected scores of people across the country. The accused persons have been identified as Imtiaz Ali Sonu, Irfan Ali and Santosh Kumar. The accused persons have been working in collusion with some Pakistani nationals to dupe several people from various parts of the country of their lifelong savings in the name of Kaun Banega Crorepati lottery worth Rs. 25 lakhs. A complaint was received at Cyber Crime Unit (CyPAD), Delhi in which the complainant, a resident of Najafgarh, Delhi, alleged that she got a WhatsApp call from a Pakistani number and the caller told her that her mobile number had won the Kaun Banega Crorepati lottery worth Rs. 25 lakhs. The unsuspecting victim fell prey to the scam and the scammers on the pretext of GST charges, processing fees, etc. induced her to deposit several lakhs of rupees in several Indian bank accou

Om Birla inaugurates 'Innovation Freedom Fighter Gallery' in Punjab

Hoshiarpur (Punjab), Mar 07 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated 'Innovation Freedom Fighter Gallery' in Punjab's Hoshiarpur on March 07. He paid tribute to the freedom fighters who lost their lives during independence. Birla also signed visitor's book.

Will start shooting for 'Made in Heaven' season 2 in couple of months: Sobhita Dhulipala

Mumbai, Mar 07 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in an exclusive interview in Mumbai, the Bollywood actress Sobhita Dhulipala spoke about her future projects. She said, "It's been a great year for me and I have just finished shooting for a Malayalam film with Dulquer Salmaan and that will be out in sometime." "I will start shooting for 'Made in Heaven Season 2' in couple of months. It's going to be a busy year but a year which seems very exciting as of now," Sobhita added.

Coronavirus won't hit rural population of India: Yog guru Ramdev

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Mar 07 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Ranchi on March 07, Yog Guru Ramdev spoke on coronavirus. He said, "Foreign tourists coming to India should be tracked through a proper mechanism minimum for 10 days. We should also track NRI businessmen's and professionals for at least 7-10 days." "70 percent population (villagers) of India should not panic as coronavirus will not hit them. They don't need mask or any hand sanitizer," Ramdev added.

Colour pink means many things, not just Barbie doll: Sobhita Dhulipala

Mumbai, Mar 07 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in an exclusive interview in Mumbai, actress Sobhita Dhulipala spoke about colour 'pink' and its different meanings. She said, "We think pink means like some barbie doll, princess and there is nothing wrong with it. Pink is also the colour of flash or flower which will continue to bloom no matter what. Pink is not just a frock or a skirt as it is also a woman in labour." "The same colour applies to so many things in life but we only celebrate the one type so far. I hope people will see the same colour in different lights," Sobhita added. "I have always thrived in playing characters that have reality in them. I think it is a celebration of reality and not an escape of it," the 'Made in Heaven' actress further stated.

Yes bank crisis: Worried depositors queue up outside Ahmedabad branch

Ahmedabad (Gujarat)/ Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Mar 07 (ANI): Yes Bank depositors queued up outside troubled lender's branch on Chimanlal Girdharlal Road in Ahmedabad, criticising the government for capping withdrawal limit at Rs 50,000. Worried depositors in Bhubaneshwar also queued up outside Bapuji Nagar branch of Yes Bank. The bank has been placed under moratorium by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) over deteriorating financial condition. The withdrawal limit has been capped at Rs 50,000. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that these steps are taken in the interest of depositors, the troubled bank and economy.

Delhi violence: Rattan Lal's wife requests govt to nab perpetrators

Sikar (Rajasthan), Mar 07 (ANI): Wife of Delhi Police constable late Rattan Lal, Poonam, has requested the government that the perpetrators must be punished and no softness should be done with them. "He (late Rattan Lal) had gone on duty to keep the public safe, who were opposing CAA and who were in support. There is a request from the government that those who are responsible for my husband's death should be punished and no softness should be done with them," said Poonam. Rattan Lal died after sustaining bullets injuries during Delhi's Northeast violence.

Janaushadhi Pariyojana benefitted millions of families: PM Modi

New Delhi, Mar 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana through video-conferencing in the national capital on March 07. While interacting with the beneficiaries, PM Modi said,"Janaushadhi Day is not just a day to celebrate a scheme, but a day to connect with millions of Indians, millions of families, who have got great relief because of this scheme."

Don't believe in hearsay, consult a doctor: PM Modi on coronavirus rumours

New Delhi, Mar 07 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) through video-conferencing in the national capital on March 07. While interacting with the beneficiaries, PM Modi said, "I request people to not believe in hearsay and rumours on what to do and what not to do on coronavirus, whatever doubts you have please consult your doctor."

Women troops deployed inside Gadchiroli's jungles to take on naxals

Gadchiroli (Maharashtra), Mar 07 (ANI): Several women troops have been deployed inside jungles in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district. They have been deployed to undertake active and prolonged operations against naxals in Gadchiroli. Women are conducting combing operation inside jungles, a joint operation done by allies or multi security agency for cleansing an area. Female police officers are also doing short and long-range patrolling. They are spreading awareness among villagers about various things related to naxalites.

SBI to invest Rs 2,450 crore in Yes Bank: Chairman Rajnish Kumar

Mumbai, Mar 07 (ANI): State Bank of India chairman, Rajnish Kumar said that the total quantum of investment in Yes Bank is at Rs 2,450 crore. In a press conference held on March 07, Rajnish Kumar said, "Currently, there are 25 percent shares outstanding and as per the draft scheme, SBI can take up to 49 percent. The only requirement is locking 26 percent for three years. Anything above 49 percent will depend on investors. The total quantum of investment in Yes Bank is at Rs 2,450 crore." Reserve Bank of India imposed a month-long moratorium on Yes Bank citing 'serious deterioration in its financial position' on March 05, and capped withdrawal limit at Rs 50,000.