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Tourism facilities, homestays are going vacant: Meghalaya Guv on CAA row

Shillong (Meghalaya), Feb 28 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests, the Governor of Meghalaya Tathagata Roy said, "A lot of tourism facilities and homestays are going vacant. I have spoken to tour operators, who said tourism has got a hit. CAA refers to conferring citizenship on people, who had come from another country before 2014. If you put restrictions on Indian citizens from other states from entering into Meghalaya and make it difficult for them to come then it is not very difficult to guess what the outcome is going to be." "It is for the elected government to decide this," he added.

In an air engagement, it is important to have weapon's edge: IAF Chief Bhadauria

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Speaking at the event in Delhi, Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria on Friday said that in air engagement, especially in a deeply contested area, it is important to have a weapons edge. He said, "We had an edge over Pakistan Air Force in terms of Beyond Visual Range Missile capability at the time of Kargil. We allowed that to slip and thereafter it took a decade and half in our struggle to acquisition process to be able to get better capability." "It (better capability) will soon materialize with induction of Rafale. In air engagement, especially in a deeply contested area, it is important to have a weapons edge. Once we retain this edge, it is important that we don't allow to slip back this edge," he added.

IAF Chief Bhadauria remembers important aspects of 'Balakot airstrikes'

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria attended "Centre for Air Power Studies Seminar" in Delhi on Feb 28. Speaking at the event, Bhadauria remembered important aspects of "Balakot airstrikes" and said, "IAF successfully struck target chosen. Pakistan Air Force responded 30 hrs later with a large package of aircraft under Operation Swift Retort, and IAF ensured that they weren't able to hit targets. They were in a hurry to disengage. They were doing it for their domestic audience." Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat were also present at the event.

Minor girl allegedly abducted, gang-raped in Patna

Patna (Bihar), Feb 28 (ANI): A seventh standard girl student was allegedly abducted and gang-raped in Bihar's Patna on February 27. The incident took place in Patrakar Nagar Police Station limits of Patna. While speaking to media, the Station House Officer (SHO) of Patna, Pramod Kumar said, "One person has been arrested. He will be produced before court tomorrow."

Sensex crashes by over 1,100 points as virus fears threaten global growth

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Equity indices crumbled during early hours on Friday as global share prices headed for the worst week since the world financial crisis and investors readied for the coronavirus to become a pandemic. At 10 am, the BSE S-P Sensex was down by 1,140 points or 2.87 per cent to 38,605 while the Nifty 50 dipped by 353 points or 3.03 per cent at 11,280. All sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the red with Nifty metal down by 4.6 per cent, realty by 3.89 per cent, IT by 3.36 per cent and pharma by 2.32 per cent.

Credible deterrence comes from will of military leadership, intent of political leadership: Gen Bipin Rawat

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat attended an event at Centre for Air Power Studies in Delhi on February 28, where he said that the credible deterrence comes from the will of the military leadership and intent of political leadership to take the right decision at the right time. General Rawat said, "If we have to be prepared for the tasks assigned to us then it's important we maintain credible deterrence at land, air and sea at all times. Deterrence comes from keeping every personnel trained and motivated. The credible deterrence comes from the will of the military leadership and intent of political leadership to take the right decision at the right time. This was amply shown post Kargil, post Uri attacks and subsequently post Pulwama attack. The message (of Balakot) was very clear that the kind of proxy war perpetrated on our people will not be tolerated."

Govt is trying to save those who gave hate speeches: Nawab Malik

Mumbai, Feb 28 (ANI): Maharashtra Cabinet Minister and NCP leader Nawab Malik said that the Government is trying to save those who gave hate speeches. Nawab Malik said, "The way High Court has ordered to action against those who gave hate speeches. They questioned Aam Aadmi Party's leaders and case is registered against them and it is good. But when will the government register case against Anurag Thakur and Kapil Mishra. Government is trying to save those who gave hate speeches. It will not be tolerated. The judge of Supreme Court, who tried to take a hard stand, was sent to Punjab. Hence, the question raises that why the government took such decision hurriedly." Further on Bhima Koregaon case, Malik said, "Maharashtra Government has decided to withdraw the non-serious charges."

Security personnel remain deployed in parts of North-East Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Security personnel remained deployed in Delhi's Khajoori Khaas and Dayalpur areas on February 28. These areas were one of those majorly violence-affected parts of North-East Delhi. No violence was reported as of now in North-East Delhi. At least 38 have been reported dead so far in Delhi violence. Few days ago, anti and pro CAA groups clashed in parts of North-East Delhi, which resulted in major loss of lives and properties.

Medical apathy! Woman gives birth to child on street in UP's Bahraich

Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 28 (ANI): A woman gave birth to a child on street in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district on February 27. She gave birth to her child outside government hospital after doctors refused to admit her to hospital. While speaking to ANI, the Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) of Bahraich DK Singh said, "The staff refused to attend her as she was out of hospital premises. I will take action against the guilty." The investigation is underway and more details are awaited in this regard.

3 dead, 1 injured after wall of house collapses in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Feb 28 (ANI): Around three children died and one got injured after a wall of their house collapsed in Hyderabad on February 27. The incident took place in Mangar Basti area of Hyderabad, which comes under Habeeb Nagar police station limits. The injured have been admitted in Niloufer Hospital Intensive Care Block. More details are awaited.

Inter-college sports festival organised under 'Khelo India' in Rajouri

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), Feb 28 (ANI): The first inter-college sports festival was organised under 'Khelo India' at Govt PG College in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. Hundreds of participants participated in the festival. Students participated in various sports including, tug of war, cricket etc. The best performers were accorded with medals. "We are very happy. Sports empower girls. It is a great chance as earlier girls don't get such chances easily," one of the participants told ANI.

March to Shaheen Bagh postponed after talking to stakeholders: Delhi Police

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Delhi Southeast DCP RP Meena informed that police received info through social media that people will come to Shaheen Bagh on March 01. "We had received info through social media that a large group of people will come to Shaheen Bagh from Madanpur Khadar on March 1. We took it seriously, in light of the current situation. We came to know that locals will join in and carry out a peaceful protest. We called a meeting of Aman Committee at different locations today, then all the stakeholders were called here at the DCP office. Everyone agreed that they will stay peaceful and the protest will be postponed indefinitely," said Southeast DCP amid Delhi violence.

DRI seizes Marijuana worth Rs 2.45 crore at Visakhapatnam, nab 4 persons

Visakhapatnam (AP), Feb 28 (ANI): Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 1638 kg of cannabis worth Rs 2.45 crore. The Marijuana was procured at Visakhapatnam and was being taken to Bhubaneswar. It was carried out in bags concealed under banana stalks. Four persons who were involved have been nabbed and further investigation is on.

Chand Bagh locals form human chain to protect temple amid violence in Northeast Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): Locals in Chand Bagh area of Northeast Delhi formed a human chain to protect Sri Durga Fakiri Mandir in the area when violence broke out there. It was alleged that during human chain formation, rioters pelted stones on the locals. Speaking to ANI, temple's priest Om Prakash said, "Locals - both Hindus and Muslims were alert. They saw to it that no outsider comes here." Meanwhile, a localite Asif said, "We formed a human chain and didn't let the rioters step forward. Many of us suffered injuries after rioters pelted stones. But we didn't let them step forward because this isn't just a temple, it's a symbol of our prestige. Hindus and Muslims protected this temple together." Communal riots have engulfed the Northeast region of Delhi where violent clashes between pro and anti-CAA groups turned communal and killed 38 people till Thursday.

Overdose on exercise can lead to cardiac events

New Delhi, Feb 28 (ANI): There are many benefits of a hardcore workout regime. However, people, especially those, who aren't accustomed to high-intensity exercise, when thrown to such hard participation, can risk sudden cardiac arrest according to a new Scientific Statement published in the American Heart Association's premier journal Circulation. After reviewing more than 300 scientific studies, it came to notice that physically active people, such as regular walkers, have up to a 50% lower risk of heart attack and sudden cardiac death. However, the committee also identified potential risks with intense exercise training. In the recent times, the risk of heart attack or sudden cardiac death among male marathon participants has risen, suggesting that these events are attracting higher risk participants (those who may have an underlying or undiagnosed cardiovascular condition such as heart rhythm abnormalities or a prior heart attack). For women, who comprised only 15% of the study popu

PM Modi holds talks with Prez U Win Myint to strengthen Indo-Myanmar relations

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with President of Myanmar U Win Myint in Delhi on Feb 27. Both the leaders discussed bilateral issues and also exchanged several agreements to strengthen the Indo-Myanmar relations. India is looking forward to enhance its collaboration with Myanmar with Act East and Neighbourhood First policy. Myanmar President is on a four-day visit to India.

Special CP holds flag march in violence hit areas in North-East Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), SN Shrivastava conducted flag march in violence affected areas in North-East Delhi on February 27. "I have come here to assure people that we're with them and for their welfare. People here have responded positively and assured that they will work together through Aman Committees to bring back the feeling of brotherhood," said Special CP (Law andOrder) SN Shrivastava.

India evacuated 195 Indian, 41 foreign nationals from China, Japan: MEA

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar on February 27 informed about the evacuation of Indian nationals from China and Japan. He said that India has evacuated 195 Indians foreign nationals from Wuhan, China and Japan in two special flights today. "We evacuated 195 Indians and 41 foreign nationals from Wuhan, China and Japan and brought them to India in two special flight today morning. Till date, a total of 842 Indians and 48 foreign nationals have been evacuated from China and Japan," said Kumar. China's Wuhan is the epicenter of the dreadful coronavirus.

Delhi violence: MEA urges agencies, individuals to not make irresponsible comments that can cause more problems

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar on February 27 reacted on Delhi violence. He urged to agencies and individuals to not to make irresponsible comments that causes more problems. He said, "What led to this, why this happened will, of course, be a matter of investigation. What is important to note here is that law enforcement agencies are working on the ground. They are working to bring the situation back to normal." "PM himself has publicly appealed for peace and brotherhood. I would also like to refer to some statements which have come out, by agencies/individuals. We would urge that it is not the right time to make such irresponsible comments, it can create more problems than it would solve," added Kumar.

Haryana Minister makes controversial statement on Delhi violence, says riots are routine, part of life

Chandigarh, Feb 27 (ANI): Haryana Minister Ranjit Chautala on February 27 said that riots are routine and are part of life. He said, "Riots keep taking place. They have been taking place earlier also. When Indira Gandhi was assassinated, the entire Delhi was burning. This is part of life, keeps happening." The violence that broke out in North-East district of Delhi claimed 34 lives leaving hundreds of people injured. Efforts of peace restoration are being made by Delhi police and security forces.