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BJP should rename itself as 'Nathuram Godse party': Jaiveer Shergill on Hegde's remark

New Delhi, Jan 03 (ANI): On being asked on the statement given by BJP leader Anantkumar Hegde calling Mahatma Gandhi's freedom struggle a "drama", Congress leader Jaiveer Shergill on Monday said, "Mahatma Gandhi doesn't need a certificate of nationalism or his freedom struggle. Hegde belongs to the cadre that works for the Britishers. The way Nathuram Godse 'bhakts' are increasing in the BJP, it's high time now BJP should renamed as 'Nathuram Godse' party."

Kirit Somaiya filed complaint against anti-national slogans raised during Mumbai Pride Parade

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has filed a complaint against anti-national slogans raised in support of Sharjeel Imam during Mumbai Pride Parade. While speaking to ANI, he said, "I have filed a complaint with Mumbai Police on anti-national slogans raised in support of Sharjeel Imam during Mumbai Pride Parade on February 01. It was not the accident but a 'planned' accident. Uddhav Thackeray government is putting pressure on police to not register FIR in this matter."

Market will stabilize after getting clarity on budget: Expert

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): Market expert Sunil Shah said that the market will get stability after getting clarity on budget. He said, "As I talk to you right now, the Sensex is up by around 180 points. As the market will get clarity on budget, stability will return in the market. Due to the high expectation with budget, market dipped to low levels." The market dipped to a decade-low after presentation of Union Budget, however, Sensex edged up by 178 points on morning of February 03.

Shaheen Bagh firing incident is product of govt's mind: Sanjay Raut

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that Shaheen Bagh firing incident is the product of government's mind. He said, "The firing is happening at Shaheen Bagh because Government wants to create such kind of atmosphere. This is a product of the government's mind. What I feel is if Government wants to stop it, they can stop it." Speaking on that Maharashtra Government is supporting NRC but opposing CAA, he said, "It is not easy to get someone out of India. Home Minister had said that CAA is to give citizenship and not to take anyone's but if it is about giving citizenship then we will see to whom and to how many will they provide the citizenship of India. Uddhav Thackeray has said that CAA and NRC are two different things. It is not right to use law for vote bank politics."

Equity indices in green early trading

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Feb 03 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices were in the green during early hours on Monday after they witnessed a sharp downswing on February 01, the day government tabled Union Budget 2020. It is seemed that budget proposals failed to impress investors. At the National Stock Exchange, most sectoral indices were in the green. Nifty Bank moved up by 0.42 per cent, auto by 0.74 per cent, IT by 0.35 per cent and metal by 0.44 per cent. However, Nifty FMCG was down by 0.20 per cent.

Delhi polls: CM Kejriwal holds roadshow in Dwarka

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held roadshow on February 03 ahead of Assembly Elections. The roadshow was held in Dwarka area. AAP supporters came out in large numbers. Vinay Kumar Mishra is AAP candidate from Dwarka constituency. Assembly elections will be held in Delhi on February 08. The result will be announced on February 11.

'Shiva-Sakthi Maha Yagnam' organised for world peace in Rameswaram

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), Feb 03 (ANI): 'Shiva-Sakthi Maha Yagnam' was organised for world peace in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram. Number of saints and mahants participated in the ceremony from various parts of the country. The ceremony was celebrated with great fervour. 'Shiva-Sakthi Maha Yagnam' is a 7-day event.

Burhi Dihing Tributary in Assam catches fire

Dibrugarh (Assam), Feb 03 (ANI): A massive fire broke out on the Burhi Dihing Tributary in Assam's Dibrugarh district allegedly due to blast in oil pipeline. The bizarre incident took place on February 02.

Adhir Chowdhury calls Jamia firing incident 'conspiracy by ruling party'

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that firing outside Jamia Millia Islamia is a conspiracy by ruling party. He said, "It's a conspiracy by ruling party to scare and threaten protestors. Ruling party's goons are doing such things and the government is silent. Delhi is under Union Home Ministry, still they are not doing anything." Two unknown persons opened fire near Gate number 5 of Jamia Millia Islamia last night. The attack came after two similar shooting attacks outside University and Shaheen Bagh protests.

AAP should change name to 'Muslim League': BJP's Kapil Mishra

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Kapil Sharma said that Aam Aadmi Party should change its name to 'Muslim League' for doing vote bank politics. He said, "Aam Aadmi Party should change its name now. They should change it to 'Muslim League'. They are doing the divisive politics of Muslim League. Yesterday, they asked for ban on Yogi Adityanath's campaign. Only the person who stands with traitors and terrorists will be fearful of Yogi's speech. AAP is doping vote bank politics of 20% Muslim votes." BJP candidate from Model Town Assembly constituency Kapil Mishra was banned for 48-hours for his inflammatory tweets.

Several villagers in UP's Firozabad allegedly forced to migrate due to misuse of SC/ST Act

Firozabad (UP), Feb 03 (ANI): Few families of a village in Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad are allegedly forced to migrate over Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) Act. The villagers also wrote sale note outside their houses. One of the villagers also put allegations over SC/ST women that they report fake rape cases against them. However, police official said that they are looking into matter. The news got viral on social media.

10 people die after 2 vehicles collide in Maharashtra's Jalgaon

Jalgaon (Maharashtra), Feb 03 (ANI): At least 10 people died in an accident after two vehicles collided with each other in Maharashtra's Jalgaon. Seven people are injured in the accident. Injured are admitted to the hospital. Further details are awaited.

India-US share many ties that bind two countries including exchange programs: US diplomat

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): US diplomat Marie Royce on Sunday said that India and the United States share strong ties including exchange programs in every area that bind the two countries. Marie Royce, who is US Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), is in India to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Fulbright Program. She said that it is very important to preserve India's antiquities and culture. "The reason I am here tonight is to celebrate Fulbright-Nehru (program) 70th anniversary promoting mutual understanding between our two countries. So, this created the people-to-people contact and make them (ties) even stronger," Royce said on the sidelines of an event. "Our ties were have never been this stronger. We are also doing a number of cultural programs here in India through our Ambassador Funds for Cultural Preservation. It is very important for us to protect India's antiquities and culture. We have an exchange program in every area. There are many

Bihar Board exams for Intermediate level begin

Patna (Bihar), Feb 03 (ANI): Bihar Board's Intermediate level exam started from February 03. Students reached to exam centers in Patna to give their exams. Parents also accompanied their children to boost up their morale. High security arrangements were made at the exam centers. Police forces were also deployed outside the exam centers. Examination Controller of JD Women's College, Dr Ashok Kumar Yadav said, "We have arranged proper drinking water facility for students and decorated the exam centers as per convenience of the students. We have assigned people to guide students to their way to examination rooms. Our aim is to conduct exams peacefully." Intermediate level exams or 12th class exams will end on Feb 13, 2020.

Delhi polls: Instigating speeches being monitored, says CP Amulya Patnaik

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik said that they are monitoring instigating speeches during the election rallies; they had also deployed more than 40,000 staff and 19,000 home guards for security arrangements. "I would like to assure that Delhi Police made detailed arrangement. More than 40,000 staff will be deployed from Delhi Police itself and 19,000 home guards have been deployed. Few months back, we've handled Lok Sabha polls very professionally," said Police Commissioner. "The instigating speeches are being monitored and in some cases, the Election Commission has also taken cognizance. The vulnerable locations will be covered and no obstacle will be entertained during elections," CP Amulya Patnaik further added.

MK Stalin pays tribute to late CM Annadurai on death anniversary

Chennai, Feb 03 (ANI): Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president MK Stalin led a silent rally on February 03. He paid floral tribute to DMK founder CN Annadurai. Today is Annadurai's 51st death anniversary. Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Annadurai passed away on February 03, 1969.

Delhi polls: Ahead of PM Modi rally, CP Amulya Patnaik inspects CBD ground in Karkardooma

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): The Delhi Police Commissioner Amulya Patnaik along with police officials inspected the CBD Ground in Karkardooma, Shahdara where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a public rally today (February 03). "All our senior officers are on alert. Our police are present in sensitive locations too. Everyday around 300 rallies take place which are closely monitored by local police, traffic police and security units. Arrangements are in order," said CP Amulya Patnaik. Patnaik.

Delhi Police appeals Shaheen Bagh protesters to move protest from main road

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Delhi Police again appealed Shaheen Bagh protesters to move the protest from the main road. Commissioner of Delhi Police Amulya Patnaik said, "We are appealing to protestors at Shaheen Bagh as they are mostly women and children; we thought it's better to approach them in a persuasive manner. We are hopeful that gradually they will realize that people are facing inconvenience and they will listen to Delhi Police and clear it". "Since it has been persisting for a long time, we had put barricades and proper arrangements there," added CP Amulya Patnaik. Commissioner of Delhi Police also reacted over firing incident in Shaheen Bagh area. He said, "Due to police deployment the persons who came there with arms didn't have the courage to do something more. One-two incidents did take place but they are isolated incidents. We have made elaborate arrangements at Shaheen Bagh as well as other protest sites."

'Cartists' give fresh sustainable life to scrapped automobiles

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Feb 03 (ANI): Group of artists united in Jaipur to give fresh life to obsolete cars with their talent. The 'Cartist' initiative gives artistic touches to worn out cars that will be showcased at Auto Expo 2020. Theme of 'Cartist' is zero waste, sustainable, recycle and reuse. While dismantling cars could arguably be environment-friendly, but turning scrapped cars into artwork will leave almost no carbon footprint, according to a member. Scrapped cars have been transformed into furniture, decorative and artifacts.

HP's Lahaul-Spiti hit by snow, several airlifted by special chopper

Lahaul-Spiti (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 02 (ANI): Lahaul-Spiti in Himachal Pradesh is covered in thick blanket of snow. Special choppers are airlifting people stuck in the district. High altitudes of hill state received heavy snowfall in last few days. Snow clearing operations are underway.