New Delhi, Feb 21 (ANI): Samsung's second-generation foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip, is now available for pre-order in India. The Galaxy Z Flip will cost you an eye-watering Rs 1,09,999 you can pre-book it on the Samsung e-shop or select retail stores starting February 21notes. Offers on the purchase include one-time screen protection for the inner and external screen at a discounted fee, four-month free YouTube premium subscription, and up to 12-month interest-free EMI
Bengaluru, Feb 21 (ANI): Speaking to mediapersons, DCP Bengaluru (west) B Ramesh said that Police registered suo moto case under section 124A, 153A and B. "We have registered a suo moto case u/s 124A (sedition), 153AandB (promoting enmity between different groups, and imputations, assertions prejudicial to national integration). Once formalities are completed we will produce Amulya before judicial magistrate," said DCP Bengaluru (West).
Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Feb 21 (ANI): Renowned miniature artist L Eswar Rao crafted the smallest Shivling on a pencil nib. He also crafted 0.5 inches Shivling made by soft stone inside a small bottle. Rao hails from Jatni village 20 km away from Odisha's Bhubaneswar. Speaking to ANI, Rao said, "On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, I crafted a smallest 0.5 inches stone made shivling inside a bottle and 0.5cm on a pencil nib and dedicated it to lord Shiva."
Guwahati (Assam), Feb 20 (ANI): Sharjeel Imam on February 20 was brought to Guwahati for interrogation. Members of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) protested outside the railway station, Sharjeel Imam as soon as Imam was brought. Protestors raised slogans like "Sharjeel Imam Murdabaad" slogan. Accused of anti-India speech at Shaheen Bagh protest in New Delhi, Sharjeel is expected to be produced before a local court.
Bengaluru, Feb 20 (ANI): AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi on February 20 condemned the incident in which a girl raised 'Pakistan zindabad' slogans. He said, "I condemned the act, these people are mad they don't have love for the nation. It they want to do it then they should go somewhere else, why they did it here?"
Bengaluru, Feb 20 (ANI): Ruckus erupted at a protest rally against CAA and NRC in Bengaluru where AIMIM Chief Asaddudin Owaisi was present. A woman named Amulya walked up to the stage at the protest rally and said, "The difference between Pakistan zinadabad and Hindustan zindabad is..." She was later forced by organizers to leave the stage. "I condemn this statement. The woman is not associated with us. 'Humare liye Bharat Zindabad tha, zindabad rahega'," said Owaisi.
Bengaluru, Feb 20 (ANI): Case has been registered under Sec124A (offence of sedition) of the Indian Penal Code against Amulya, the woman who raised 'Pakistan zindabad' slogan at anti-CAA rally in Bengaluru today. Police will interrogate her. She will be produced before a court after her interrogation. She raised 'Pakistan zidabad' slogan on stage during anti-CAA rally in Bengaluru. AIMIM chief Asaddudin Owaisi present at rally stopped the woman from raising the slogan.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Feb 20 (ANI): Special Commissioner of Police (Crime), Ahmedabad Ajay Kumar Tomar on February 20 held a press briefing in Ahmedabad in regards to United States President Donald Trump's visit. He said that all the security arrangements have been made for President Trump's visit in Ahmedabad. Thorough checking of people will also be done to avoid any untoward activity during the event at Motera stadium. "We have made special arrangements at the Motera stadium to handle the tremendous crowd during the event," said Tomar. "US President Donald Trump will arrive to Ahmedabad on February 24 and to welcome him PM Narendra Modi will be here. Both of them will go to Sabarmati Ashram first, then they will go to Motera Stadium to attend 'Namaste Trump' event," said Tomar.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified that India refused United Kingdom MP Debbie Abrahams' entry because she does not have a valid visa, further MEA also said that parliamentarian statements and ideology are anti-India. "She came here without a valid visa so we sent her back with due respect from Delhi Airport. We believe that her statements and ideology are anti-India. There is a sustained campaign from her side against India," said MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar. Debbie Abrahams, Labour Party MP in the British Parliament, went to Pakistan on Wednesday, two days after she was denied entry into India. While reacting on the reports of China objecting to Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "It's an integral part of India. Indian leaders routinely travel to the State as they do to any other states of India. Objecting to visit of an Indian leader to any state in India doesn't stand to reason."
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar held weekly press briefing in Delhi on February 20. While addressing the mediapersons, he informed about the developments regarding the cruise ship Diamond Princess which was quarantined in the course of Japan. He said that there are eight Indian nationals who are infected with the dreadful coronavirus and their treatment is going on at a hospital and they health is improving. "The disembarkation process has been started and it will continue for few days.
Kolkata, Feb 20 (ANI): A doctor was slapped by a relative of a 30-year old woman, who died at a private hospital in Kolkata. In CCTV footage, a man is seen sitting on a sofa while his family members are talking with staff. The man suddenly got up and reached towards doctor and slapped him. The doctor pushed back him onto a chair. The family also filed a police complaint against the hospital.
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 20 (ANI): Eight people, including Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, were rescued after their boat capsized in Badi Jheel during IPS meet water sports event in Bhopal on February 20. The mishap took place during IPS Officers Conclave 2020. All the rescued are out of danger.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar held weekly press briefing in Delhi on February 20. While addressing the mediapersons, he informed about United State President Donald Trump visit's main engagement day when he will arrive in Delhi. He said that there will be restricted delegation-level talks between PM Modi and Trump at Hyderabad House followed with MoUs agreements. Trump will also meet President Ramnath Kovind. "Both sides are working showcase the progress in a relationship in a befitting a meaningful manner during the visit, we are looking forward to the visit which will provide opportunity for both the leaders," said Kumar.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Army Chief General MM Naravane cleared Indian Army's stand on Supreme Court's decision on permanent commission for women officers. General MM Naravane said that Indian Army does not discriminate any soldier based on religion, caste, creed, or gender. The Army Chief also talked about on new headquarters in New Delhi. He Said, "The proposed Thal Sena Bhawan will bring all Army HQ offices under one roof thereby improving working efficiency, while reducing carbon footprint and logistics requirements. It will also allow more family time for all soldiers tenanting peace posting at Delhi." While talking on Pakistan infiltration bids in border areas, General Naravane said, "We have been getting inputs. We have been able to foil (Pakistan Army's) BAT action attempts even before they have been able to launch them."
Mumbai, Feb 20 (ANI): With his charged speech in Kalaburagi AIMIM Spokesperson Waris Pathan said, "We 15 crore will be heavy on 100 crore," and sparked controversy. Later he tried to clarified by saying he will be the last person to speak against any religion or the country. "My statement is being misconstrued and twisted. I am not apologizing. It is BJP which is trying to segregate Indians," said Pathan.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): As part of Delhi Police Week 2020 celebrations, Delhi Traffic Police organised 'on-the-spot' painting competition and commemorative function of the road safety club at India Gate. Around 800 students from over 20 schools, from primary, middle and senior categories in Delhi participated in painting competition. Expert panel of experts were invited as judge to present first, second and third prize winners in each category. Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. CP Patnaik presented the awards to winners. Delhi Police emphasised on the importance of inculcating correct road user behaviour in youngsters so that they imbibe good road safety values.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices closed 0.37 per cent lower on Thursday as concerns over the impact of coronavirus on economic growth kept investors across the globe jittery. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said the epidemic has already disrupted economic growth in China and its spread to other countries can derail a fragile projected recovery in global economy this year. But the good news was recovery rates showing signs of improvement. Investors also awaited more clarity on US President Donald Trump's statement ahead of his India visit that the two countries are working on a major trade deal. The BSE S and P Sensex closed 153 points lower at 41,170 while the Nifty 50 slipped up by 45 points to 12,081. Sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were mixed with Nifty IT, FMCG, pharma and financial service in the red. Among stocks, pharma major Cipla slipped by 2.41 per cent to Rs 436.70 per share while FMCG giants Hindustan Lever and Nestle India closed 1.9
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Delhi, AAP MLA and leader Saurabh Bhardwaj on Thursday expressed his wish to construct a grand statue of Lord Hanuman in the Ram Temple premises in Ayodhya as Hanuman was Lord Ram's favourite. Greater Kailash MLA further said Lord Hanuman is a symbol of selfless service.
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 20 (ANI): Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Kamal Nath hits out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over nationalism and unemployment, CM said that PM just want to misguide the people. He also put question mark over surgical strike in Pakistan. "Indira Gandhi sarkar thi, jab 90,000 Pakistani jawanon ne surrender kiya tha. Ye uski baat nahi karenge, kehte hain maine surgical strike ki. Kaun si surgical strike ki?" He made these statements while speaking at IPS Officer Conclave 2020 in Bhopal.
New Delhi, Feb 20 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured Arunachal Pradesh that nobody can remove Article 371. While addressing the gathering in Arunachal Pradesh on its 34th Statehood Day, Amit Shah said, "When Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the decision of abrogating Article 370, rumours were spread in North-East that Article 371 will also be removed. But on statehood day of Arunachal and Mizoram, I want to assure you that nobody can remove Article 371 and nor it is anybody's intention." HM also said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, North-East is now connected with our heart and soul. "Before 2014, North- East was connected to India only geographically and through administration, but with Narendra Modi ji as Prime Minister, North-East is now connected with our heart and soul," Amit Shah further said.