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Alcohol consumption during pregnancy leads to poor cognitive function of children: Study

New Delhi, Jan 30 (ANI): According to a new study conducted by researchers, consuming alcohol during pregnancy might lead to the poorer cognitive functioning of children. The study based on 23 published reviews was conducted by the researchers from the University of Bristol and was published in the International Journal of Epidemiology. The researchers further found out evidence that drinking during pregnancy could also lead to lower birth weight reinforcing the UK Chief Medical Officers' #DRYMESTER guidelines which suggest abstaining from alcohol consumption during all trimesters. Approach based on genetic-markers known as ''Mendelian randomization' was also used. Research on this topic has taken place through the 'observational' studies where participants already exposed to a risk factor and researchers do not try to change who is or isn't exposed. While the review was comprehensive it was limited in its ability to establish how much alcohol leads to these negative outcomes. However,

Basant Panchami: 'Sufi Basant' festival celebrated at Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia

New Delhi, Jan 30 (ANI): 'Sufi Basant' festival was celebrated in the holy shrine of Saint Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia on January 29. It is celebrated in five major Dargahs of Delhi since the 18th century and accounts of the same have been mentioned in a book - 'Muraqqa-e-Delhi'. Festival of Basant Panchami is being celebrated across India which marks the onset of spring and it is celebrated on fifth day of Magha month of Hindu calendar. Goddess Saraswati - the Goddess of knowledge, arts and music - is worshipped on this occasion. Qawwals gathered together in one of the lanes in the basti and sang qawwalis. Basant festival is the only time of the year when singing qawwali is allowed inside the shrine which is otherwise done outside in the courtyard. Devotees in yellow turbans offered yellow coloured sacred chaadar at the shrine. Various cultural ceremonies are organised on this day.

This Chandigarh girl, who paints with toes, never let disability become hurdle in life

Chandigarh, Jan 30 (ANI): A Chandigarh girl can paint perfectly using her toes like any other person paint while using their hands. Rehnuma Rani was born with one arm and her other arm works partially. Never in her life journey, had she let her disability become a hurdle. Rehnuma is a student of 12th standard and perfectly makes paintings using her toes and also encourages others to do painting using their feet. She has made various paintings, sketches and participated in several exhibitions. Rehnuma has also been honoured by Governor of Haryana and other eminent personalities for her art work. Her hobby inspired her to take fine art as subject in 12th standard. Rehnuma is a student of Government Model Senior Secondary School at Chandigarh's Sector 8 and started drawing since she was in fifth standard. Her parents and fine arts teacher always support her in following her hobby.

Ganga Yatra: CM Yogi performs 'aarti' on bank of river Ganga in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 30 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed 'aarti' on the bank of river Ganga in Prayagraj on January 29. He also met saints and seers during the 'Ganga Yatra'. UP's Cabinet Minister for Khadi and Gram Udyog Sidharth Nath Singh and Lok Sabha MP from Prayagraj Rita Bahuguna Joshi were also present on this occasion. Various cultural programmes were also organised in around 111 villages during the 'Ganga Yatra'.

Samsung launches world's first 5G tablet

New Delhi, Jan 30 (ANI): Samsung on January 29 unveiled the Galaxy Tab S6 5G, world's first tablet to support 5G, for its home market. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 5G features a 10.5-inch super OLED display, AKG acoustics and quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, enabling real-time 4K broadcast streaming, and AR content support, the official release notes. It comes with the improved Smart S Pen. Samsung is currently offering the Galaxy Tab S6 5G in Mountain Gray colour with 128 GB internal storage. It is priced at around USD 850 but is exclusive to the Korean market as of now. It will be available from January 30th.

Grocery shop owner heckled by 3 goons in Madurai

Madurai (TN), Jan 30 (ANI): Three miscreants heckled a grocery shop owner in Tamil Nadu's Madurai on January 28. They hurled kerosene bomb after the shop owner who refused to give them money. The incident was captured in a CCTV camera. 43-year-old shop owner Ganeshan has been admitted at Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai. Mishappening occurred at Teppakulam area of Madurai. The investigation by city police is underway in the case.

Hawan performed for 'sound wisdom' of Shaheen Bagh protesters at Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 30 (ANI): A Hawan was performed for the sound wisdom and virtue of Shaheen Bagh protesters in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur on January 29. 'Maa Basmati Sewa Sansthan' organized this puja with the intention that almighty must show the protestors right direction. Hawan was performed in Jharna Tola Kura Ghat area of Gorakhpur. The Shaheen Bagh protest is an ongoing 24/7 sit-in protest led by Muslim women. It began with the passage of the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in both houses of Parliament. The protest is ongoing since December 15, 2019 against CAA, NRC and NPR.

Watch: President Ram Nath Kovind attends Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind on January 29 attended the Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk. He came in with his convoy for the event. The ceremony was held to mark the culmination of the Republic Day festivities. The beating retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk was organised every year on the January 29 at Raisina Hills which includes mesmerising performance by the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. Over 10 military bands took part in the Beating Retreat ceremony.

She did well in sports, will do well in politics also: Saina Nehwal's mother

Hyderabad, Jan 29 (ANI): After badminton star Saina Nehwal joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on January 29, her mother Usha Rani expressed her happiness. She said, "I am very happy. Saina was doing well in sports and she will do well in politics also. BJP is doing good for the country, Saina is very hardworking and will work hard in this field as well."

BJP is doing good work for country: Saina Nehwal after joining party

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Badminton star player Saina Nehwal after joining BJP on Wednesday said that she like the way that Prime Minister Narendra Modi works day and night for the country. Adding in it, she said BJP party is doing good work for the country. She said, "The way prime minister works day and night, I like it very much. I like doing something for the country and BJP is a party that is doing good work for the country, I am happy to have joined the party."

Watch: Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): The beating retreat ceremony was held at national capital's Vijay Chowk on January 29. The ceremony was held to mark the culmination of the four-day-long Republic Day celebrations. The beating retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk was organised every year on the January 29 at Raisina Hills which includes mesmerising performance by the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. Over 10 military bands took part in the Beating Retreat ceremony.

Delhi polls: CM Kejriwal holds road show in Shakur Basti

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held a road show in Shakur Basti area on January 29. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has fielded Satyendar Jain from Shakur Basti Assembly constituency for the elections. Delhi will go for polls on February 08 and counting of votes will take place on February 11.

Govt increases limit on termination of pregnancy from 20 to 24 weeks: Prakash Javadekar

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): In a significant move to ensure reproductive rights to women, government increased limit on termination of pregnancy from 20 to 24 weeks. This move was aimed at discouraging informal termination of pregnancies and reducing the maternal mortality rate. Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar said, "This step will be called a progressive decision." Union Cabinet has approved the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill, 2020 to amend the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. The Bill will be introduced in the upcoming session of Parliament.

CAA protests: 2 dead in WB's Murshidabad, 15 injured in Bihar's Sitamarhi

Murshidabad (West Bengal), Sitamarhi (Bihar), Jan 29 (ANI): Citizenship Amendment Act and National Register of Citizens protests continued to hit India. At least two people died in WB's Murshidabad after clash broke out between supporters of pro and anti-CAA protests. The two deceased have been identified as Anirudh Biswas and Maqbool Sheikh. The protest took place on January 28. On the other hand, 15 people got injured in Bihar's Sitamarhi between two groups- one protesting against CAA and NRC and the other supporting it. Police personnel have been deployed in the area to control the situation.

TMC goons attacked protesters with bombs, alleges Adhir Ranjan on Murshidabad clash

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary reacted over the West Bengal's Murshidabad clash where 2 people have died after clash broke out during Citizenship Amendment Act protests. Member of Parliament from Murshidabad, Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary accused TMC for the violence and said, "Locals of Saheb Nagar, were protesting peacefully against Citizenship Amendment Act. Suddenly, TMC goons attacked them with bombs."

Delhi Police registers FIR against man who flashed gun at Shaheen Bagh

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Delhi Police registered FIR and started an investigation on gun brandishing incident that took place at Shaheen Bagh on January 28. South East District (Delhi) DCP Chinmay Biswal said, "We've registered FIR and started an investigation. The video is being investigated, visuals are being studied. Owner of the pistol was questioned, the pistol was found to be licensed." The FIR was registered under IPC section 336 (Act endangering life or personal safety of others), section 506 (Punishment for criminal intimidation) and the Arms Act.

It's symbolic protest against discriminatory policies of Centre: Shashi Tharoor to hold march against CAA

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Jan 29 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor will hold a 'secular march' in protest against the CAA in Thiruvananthapuram on January 29. Speaking about the march, Tharoor said, "I have called upon the public, not just one political party, but everyone in the public who feels that we should stand up in public to take back the values of Swami Vivekananda and Mahatma Gandhi to join me in protest march. This is a symbolic protest against the divisive and discriminatory policies of government of India as embodied in CAA. The entire Constitution has been built on the principle of equality. This government doesn't see India that way. Historically, they come from a different tradition. Ideologically, they have argued against the Constitution from its very adoption."

UP jail minister sparks controversy, says 'political leader don't have to be educated'

Sitapur (UP), Jan 29 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh's jail minister, Jai Kumar Singh Jaiki made a controversial statement while addressing a gathering at Seth Ram Gulam Patel Memorial Inter College in Sitapur on January 28. Jail Minister Jai Kumar Singh said, "Political leader don't have to be educated, I am a minister, I have secretary and official staff under me. I don't have to run Jail, there is a Jailer and Superintendent, who will take care of it, My work is to say that, better food should be cooked in jail."

Madurai hospital opens new isolation ward as coronavirus threat increases

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Jan 29 (ANI): Novel coronavirus has become a huge problem for India at present. Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai has opened a new isolation ward. The ward has been opened as a precautionary measure against coronavirus. Dean of the hospital, Dr Sangumani said, "No case for coronavirus has been reported so far. We have opened this ward as a precautionary measure and for the welfare of patients."

JP Nadda thanks Akali Dal for supporting BJP in Delhi elections

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): BJP president Jagat Prakash Nadda on January 29 said that the alliance of BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) is the oldest and strongest. "I thank Akali Dal for supporting BJP in the Delhi elections," JP Nadda further added. Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) had earlier decided not to contest the elections in Delhi, over their differences with BJP regarding their stand on Citizenship Amendment Act.