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Cortana to be disabled in Microsoft Launcher on Android

New Delhi, Mar 01 (ANI): Microsoft has announced an updated Cortana experience for the latest version of Windows 10 coming this spring, including end of service for its Launcher on Android. Cortana services in the Microsoft Launcher on Android will be turned off by the end of April, the company notes in its official Windows blog. In addition to this, Microsoft is also ending support for Cortana in older versions of Windows that have reached their end-of-service dates. The company also added a new Cortana experience with a focus on security and productivity to help you find information across Office 365. It also includes a chat-based UI for easy voice or keyboard input-based access.

Normalcy returns post deadly violence in Northeast Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 01 (ANI): Normalcy started to return in several parts of Northeast Delhi which gripped by communal clashes in last few days. Locals started to go back to their daily routine. Shops have opened and vehicles also started to run on the roads. Rapid Action Force (RAF) remained deployed in the violence-affected areas of Northeast Delhi to keep an eye on the law and order situation. Hawkers were seen on roads indicating return of normalcy in the region. Anti and pro CAA groups clashed in Northeast part of Delhi few days ago, which resulted in major loss of lives and properties. More than 40 people lost their lives in the violence.

Jeetendra with grandson Lakshya spotted at Shani temple

Mumbai, Mar 01 (ANI): Veteran actor Jeetendra spotted at Shani temple in Mumbai. He was spotted with his grandson Lakshya Kapoor. Bollywood diva Tamannaah Bhatia spotted at a salon in Mumbai. She looked stunning in a suit. She also gave her fans a selfie moment.

5 missing after boat capsizes in UP's Chandauli, rescue ops underway

Chandauli (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 01 (ANI): Around five persons including two women and three girls went missing after their boat capsized in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district. The incident took place in the river in Mahuji village of Chandauli. Further details are awaited and rescue operation is underway in this regard. Mahuji village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil of Chandauli district in Uttar Pradesh. While speaking to ANI the District Magistrate (DM) and Collector of Chandauli district, Navneet Singh Chahal said, "National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team is present at the spot and rescue operation is underway."

2 mowed down at closed level crossing by Shatabdi in Ludhiana

Ludhiana (Punjab), Mar 01 (ANI): Around two persons died and three got injured after level crossing was closed in Punjab's Ludhiana on March 01. The incident took place in Giaspura area of Ludhiana around 08:00 pm. The railway officials claimed that both sides of the level crossing were closed. The injured have been admitted in Satguru Partap Singh Hospital.

Primary target is to re-establish pandits who left Kashmir under gun threat: Farooq Khan

Kevadia (Gujarat), Mar 1 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir administration's primary target is to re-establish pandits who had to leave Kashmir under the threat of a gun, said Farooq Khan, Advisor to J-K Lieutenant Governor GC Murmu. He was addressing the gathering at Sixth India Ideas Conclave in Gujarat's Kevadia. "First and foremost target for us is that all our Kashmiri pandit brothers and sisters who had to leave under the threat of gun, come back with full respectandenjoy their position in Kashmir without any threat or fear," said Khan.

Kashmir was a 100% Hindu state: Advisor to JandK Lt Governor

Kevadia (Gujarat), Mar 01 (ANI): Advisor to J-K Lieutenant Governor GC Murmu Farooq Khan addressed a gathering at the India Ideas Conclave 2020. While speaking on the demographical history of Jammu and Kashmir, he claimed that that it was a '100% Hindu state.' "Very few among us Indians know that Kashmir was a 100 per cent Hindu state, those who go there must visit the Kashmir museum and see what is there, which gives you a clear picture of the ancient Kashmir history," said Khan. India Ideas Conclave is being organised by India Foundation from February 28 to March 1 on the theme- "New India: Turning to Roots, Rising to Heights."

Afghanistan's Taliban, US sign peace agreement in Qatar's Doha

Doha (Qatar), Feb 27 (ANI): United States of America and Taliban signed 'agreement for bringing peace to Afghanistan' on February 29 in Qatar's Doha. The deal will pave the way for US to gradually withdraw its troops from Afghanistan. While addressing the gathering during Afghan-US joint declaration, United States Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo said, "This effort only became real when the Taliban showed interest in pursuing real peace and ending their relationship with Al-Qaeda and other foreign terrorist groups. Agreement that we will sign today is the true test of this effort." "We will closely watch Taliban for their compliance with their commitments and calibrate the pace of our withdrawal with their actions. This is how we will ensure that Afghanistan never again serves as a base for international terrorists," Mike Pompeo further said.

Wife of Dr Kafeel writes letter to HC Chief Justice requesting protection to husband

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Wife of Dr Kafeel Khan, Shabista Khan, has written a letter to Chief Justice of High Court requesting security to her husband. She said, "We went to meet him in Mathura Jail. He told that when he went there after being arrested, he wasn't given food for 5 days straight. The barrack he is staying in, is very small and around 100-150 people are staying in it. His life might be in danger there." Khan was arrested by UP STF on January 29 for making instigating remarks during protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

CM Hemant Soren inaugurates Rajrappa Mahotsav in Ramgarh

Ramgarh (Jharkhand), Feb 29 (ANI): Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren inaugurated Rajrappa Mahotsav in Ramgarh on February 29. Rajrappa Mahotsav is a two-day traditional festival of the state. During the celebration, the Chief Minister also gave green light to several schemes worth Rs. 200 crore.

Mutual sacrifice created human bond between us: Prez Ashraf Ghani on Afghan-US joint declaration

Kabul (Afghanistan), Feb 29 (ANI): The President of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani said that the announcement of the joint declaration will open way for lasting peace in the country. He said, "The tragedy of 9/11 brought us together. Mutual sacrifice created human bond between us. Our sacrifice has been immense, both in the martyrdom of the ANDSF and our civilians. Children, youth in their prime, and men and women of all ages and walks of life has their lives taken away by senseless acts of terror and violence in public spaces."

Chennai fire: We isolated the place, no injuries till now, says Fire official

Chennai, Feb 29 (ANI): No injuries reported to anybody in massive fire that engulfed a pharmaceutical base in Madhavaram area of Chennai. The Additional Director of Fire and Rescue Service of Tamil Nadu, Sylendra Babu told ANI, "More than 500 firemen and 26 fire tenders are on spot right now, we have isolated the place, all the public were evacuated, no injuries to anybody till now, however it can cause pollution." The massive fire broke out at pharmaceutical base in Madhavaram area of Chennai on February 29. The reason behind the fire is yet to be ascertained.

Watch: Farewell parade of Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik on February 29 was given a farewell in the national capital on February 29. Patnaik was given full fledge honour by the staff. The extended tenure of Patnaik is going to end today. Senior IPS officer SN Shrivastava is appointed as the new Police Commissioner and will take charge from March 01.

Sense of insecurity prevailed among people before abrogation of Article 370: Ladakh MP

Kevadia (Gujarat), Feb 29 (ANI): Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal spoke at India Ideas Conclave, Gujarat on February 29. Namgyal said that there was a sense of insecurity among people of Ladakh before abrogation of Article 370. He said, "On one side of Ladakh was radical Islam and on another communist China both 'close friends' of India. In the midst of that Article 370 wasn't allowing us to join mainstream, there was a sense of insecurity and discrimination. Only 2 Percent of J-K's budget was allotted for development of Ladakh." He further added, "Now after the abrogation of Article 370 and formation of the new Union Territory, there are talks of Rs 6,000 crores for development. Now, the challenge before us is to show how honest the people of Ladakh are."

Women's safety, curbing underworld crimes will be prioritised: Newly appointed Mumbai Police Commissioner

Mumbai, Feb 29 (ANI): IPS officer Param Bir Singh took charge as Police Commissioner of Mumbai on February 29. Speaking to mediapersons, Param Bir Singh said, "I feel very honoured. I will continue to maintain good law and order. Street crimes, women's safety, and curbing underworld crimes will be my priorities."

Minor girl's braid chopped off by family for speaking to boy over phone in MP

Alirajpur (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): In a cruel act, a minor girl was beaten up and chopped off braid by its own family members in Sondwa area of Alirajpur. The girl was beaten by the four family members on suspicion that she had been speaking to a boy over phone. The police has registered an FIR and arrested three accused in the matter. While speaking to ANI, a police official said, "FIR has been registered. Three accused arrested".

Nearly Rs 12,000 cr deposited in accounts of more than 2 cr farmers in UP: PM Modi

Chitrakoot (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of Bundelkhand Expressway in Chitrakoot on February 29. PM Modi also launched Farmers Producer Organisations (FPOs) all over the country. Addressing the public gathering, PM said, "Nearly Rs 12,000 crores have been deposited in the accounts of more than 2 crore farmer families of UP, including Chitrakoot. You can imagine, Rs 50,000 crores in just one year (all over India), that too directly in the bank accounts, without middlemen and discrimination." The 296-kilometre long expressway will provide a four-lane access-controlled route in UP.

No incidents of violence reported since Feb 25: Joint CP on Delhi violence

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): Delhi's Joint Commissioner of Police, Alok Kumar said that relaxation has been given in Section 144 from 10 am to 2 pm in areas of North-East Delhi that were affected by violence earlier this week. Alok Kumar said, "Incidents of violence have not been reported since evening of February 25. We have given relaxation in Section 144 from 10 am to 2pm today, as situation is under control. We will monitor further." 42 people have lost lives and over 200 are injured in the deadly violence in national capital.

Police stopped riots in one day after letting Delhi burn for 4 days: Congress

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): Congress accused Delhi Police of complicity in recent deadly violence that claimed 42 lives in national capital's Northeast region. Congress leader Anand Sharma said, "The incidents in the national capital raise certain questions. To express disagreement from this government results in sedition. Riots could have been stopped. The same police stopped riots in one day, that let Delhi burn for 4 days. Even the police action is one sided as people who were protesting are being charged with serious charges."

Watch: Pigeons enter boarded GoAir flight at Ahmedabad airport

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Feb 29 (ANI): Two pigeons were spotted inside a GoAir flight on February 28. The incident took place at Ahmedabad Airport while passengers were boarding. The birds were shooed away by crew and the flight took off on time. On February 29, GoAir issued an official statement which said, "GoAir regrets inconvenience caused to passengers and request airport authorities to get rid of this menace."