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Amit Shah challenges Arvind Kejriwal to take dip in river Yamuna

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah hits out at Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal over increased level of pollution in the city while addressing a public gathering in Najafgarh."They (AAP) had said that they'll purify the air of Delhi. They did drama, printed advertisements, but if anyone is responsible for the level of pollution in Delhi today then it's the inactivity of Kejriwal government. Delhi's air has poison mixed in it," said Amit Shah. "AAP had said that they will clean the water of river Yamuna. Kejriwal ji, today I challenge you to take off your shirt and take a dip in river Yamuna. You will realise the condition of the water of river Yamuna," Amit Shah further added.

Delhi Police takes Sharjeel Imam to Saket court

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Sharjeel Imam is enroute to the Saket court by Delhi Police Crime branch on January 29. Sharjeel has sedition charges against him for his 'cut off Assam from India' remark. He was arrested by Delhi Police from his hometown Jehanabad on January 28.

BJP is putting up balanced campaign with positivity: Prakash Javadekar

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Union Minister and BJP leader Prakash Javadekar reacted over the Election Commission's order to remove Minister Anurag Thakur and Member of Parliament Parvesh Sahib Singh from the list of star campaigners for Delhi elections. Prakash Javadekar said, "We will study (the order) and if necessary, present a letter and application. BJP is putting up a balanced campaign with positivity. BJP is a thinking party which takes cognisance, so I'll give a comment after studying the order." Election Commission (EC) issued notice to BJP MP Parvesh Singh for prima facie violating Model Code of Conduct (MCC). EC has given him time till 12 noon of January 30 to provide an explanation, failing which EC will take a decision on the matter.

Have seen much worse than this when I was member of UP assembly: Kerala Guv on state assembly drama

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Jan 29 (ANI): Kerala Assembly witnessed much drama on January 29. Speaking on it, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan said, "I have seen much worse than this when I was a member of the assembly (Uttar Pradesh)." United Democratic Front (UDF) MLAs had staged protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state assembly. They also raised slogans against the Governor and walked out as soon as Governor Arif began to address the assembly.

Activist equates Indian Army to Pak Army during anti-CAA protest, says 'both kill their people'

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Several demonstrators staged protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Jan 29. They staged protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), National Register of Citizens (NRC) and National Population Register (NPR). They held placards and tricolour during the protest. In the mid of the protest, activist Tapan Bose said, 'BJP said that Pakistan is our enemy every single time. Pakistan is not an enemy country, ruling class of India and Pakistan are alike. Our armies are alike too, their army kills their people and our army kills our people, there is no difference between them.'

Nirbhaya's parents welcome SC's decision of dismissing 2012 Delhi gangrape convict Mukesh's petition

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Nirbhaya's mother welcomed Supreme Court's decision of dismissing 2012 Delhi gangrape convict Mukesh's petition to challenge against President's decision for dismissing mercy petition. Speaking on it, Nirbhaya's mother, Asha Devi said, "I am following this case for last 7 years and I saw what happened to my daughter. The case is clear as a mirror because after 2017's verdict to hang those convicts but they started putting petitions against it. I welcome this decision of Supreme Court and I hope that all the future petitions get dismissed by the Supreme Court. Finally, the convicts will be hanged on February 01." Nirbhaya's father, Badrinath said, "They tried to challenge even President's decision. These people are rubbish. Women are suffering because of these type of people." Supreme Court dismissed petition of 2012 Delhi gangrape convict Mukesh and said there is no merit in the contention, alleged torture can't be a ground, all documents were placed before the

'Happy that coronavirus is leaving us': JDU leader takes jibe at Prashant Kishor

Patna (Bihar), Jan 29 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) (JDU) leader Ajay Alok said that poll strategist Prashant Kishor is a coronavirus and he is glad that he is leaving the party. He said, "This man is not trustworthy. He could not win the trust of Modi ji and Nitish ji. He works for AAP, talks to Rahul Gandhi, sits with Mamata didi. Who will trust him? We are happy this coronavirus is leaving us, he can go to wherever he wants to."

'I went there to speak to protestors', says man who flashed gun at Shaheen Bagh protest

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Luqmaan Chaudhary, owner of the gun that was brandished at Shaheen Bagh said that he carries his gun with him everywhere. He said, "I have been living in Shaheen Bagh for 30 years, I went there to speak to protestors to open the road. I always carry my gun with me, someone saw it and took it out, I don't know who it was." Chaudhary's pistol is licensed.

Delhi polls: CM Kejriwal holds roadshow in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held a roadshow in Delhi on Jan 29 ahead of Assembly elections. He was accompanied by AAP's MLA Raghav Chadha, who has filed his nomination from South Delhi parliamentary constituency. Delhi Assembly elections will be held on February 08 and the results will be declared on February 11.

Badminton champion Saina Nehwal joins BJP

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Badminton star player Saina Nehwal joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the national capital on Jan 29. She joined the party in the presence of party's National General Secretary Arun Singh. Saina's sister Chandranshu also joined the BJP. Both sisters also met BJP national president JP Nadda after joining the party.

'Queen of Hills' Shimla looks breathtaking in white sheet of snow

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 29 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh's capital received fresh snowfall on January 29. The entire landscape was covered with a mesmerizing view of snow. Tourists were seen playing with snow and enjoying the breathtaking moments. Meanwhile, snow clearing operation is also underway in the area. While speaking to ANI, a tourist said, "I came here only to see Shimla. We are enjoying the Shimla weather and the snowfall."

IND vs NZ 3rd T20I: 'Men in Blue' arrives at Hamilton's Seddon Park

Hamilton (New Zealand), Jan 29 (ANI): 'Men in Blue'arrived at Seddon Park in Hamilton for 3rd T20 against New Zealand on Jan 29. India already won their first two T20 against Kiwis and looking for the next big win. Meanwhile, spectators are also reaching towards the stadium for witnessing the thrilling match. Indian fans were also seen chanting "Jeetega bhai jeetega, India jeetega". While speaking to ANI, few fans showed their excitement for the match. "India will once again win today. India will rock today as well," a fan told ANI. "I have lot of expectation today for Rohit Sharma. He will do well for the India. Hopefully we will win the 3rd T20 and white wash the series also for 5-0," another fans expressed his excitement.

UDF MLAs protest against CAA, NRC in Kerala Assembly

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Jan 29 (ANI): Kerala Assembly began with chaos on January 29. United Democratic Front (UDF) MLAs protested against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state assembly. MLAs also raised slogans including 'recall Governor' as Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan arrived in the house. Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan also accompanied the Governor during state assembly. Due to continuous protest, state assembly marshals escorted Governor Khan to his chair. UDF MLAs walked out from the assembly as Governor Khan began to address.

Nirbhaya gang-rape case: Justice hurried, justice buried, says convicts' lawyer

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Convicts lawyer in Nirbhaya gang-rape case, AP Singh said that state and Central Governments are hurrying in giving the judgment of Nirbhaya gang-rape. He said, 'I want to know how many mercy petitions are filed to Central Government, Home Ministry and office of President. Why is 'pick and choose' formula being used? Justice hurried, justice buried. Can a decision be taken in hurry? Is it justified? It can't be." Supreme Court on January 29 dismissed petition of 2012 Delhi gangrape convict Mukesh and said there is no merit in the contention, alleged torture can't be a ground, all documents were placed before the president and he had taken them into consideration.

Kerala Governor is acting like a tool in hands of RSS, BJP: Ramesh Chennithala

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Jan 29 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly, Ramesh Chennithala said that Governor Arif Mohammad Khan is acting like a tool in the hands of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He said, "Governor Arif Mohammad Khan is ridiculing the Kerala assembly for passing a resolution requesting central government to withdraw CAA. He is acting as the state president of BJP, as a tool in the hands of RSS and BJP. He further added, "There is secret understanding between CPM and Governor, it is evident because CM is involved in Lavalin corruption case, which is coming up for hearing this week in Supreme Court. He wants the help of central government."

Reading it to honour CM Pinarayi Vijayan's wish: Kerala Guv on reading para against CAA in assembly

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Jan 29 (ANI): Kerala Assembly began with chaos on January 29. Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan read para 18 that is against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He also said that he disagrees with it but to only honor Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan's wish, he is reading the paragraph. Arif Mohammad Khan said, "I am going to read this para (against CAA) because honourable Chief Minister wants me to read this, although I hold the view this doesn't come under policy or programme. Chief Minister has said this is the view of government, and I disagree but to honor his wish, I'm going to read this para."

Atleast 5 dead after passenger bus meets with an accident due to fog

Berhampur (Odisha), Jan 29 (ANI): A passenger bus met with an accident due to invisibility as a thick layer of fog in Odisha's Berhampur led to death of atleast 5 persons. Several people were injured in the incident. Injured were immediately taken to the hospital. Further details are awaited.

Committed to MEA's role in nation-building: Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Senior Indian diplomat Harsh Vardhan Shringla has been appointed as new Foreign Secretary of India. He will take charge of office on January 29. Addressing the mediapersons, he said, "I am as committed to the ministry's role in nation-building as I was 36 years ago when I entered these portals as a young professional. I look forward to work under the guidance of Prime Minister and External Affairs Minister."

Watch: Media manhandled by police at Patna Airport while Sharjeel was being taken to Delhi

Patna (Bihar), Jan 29 (ANI): Media manhandled by police at Patna Airport, while Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student Sharjeel Imam was being taken to Delhi on transit remand on January 29. Four media personnel got injured in the incident which also included ANI's cameraperson. Imam was booked for sedition charges by police. Imam sparked controversy with his "cut off Assam from India" remark.

Equity indices on upswing, metal and auto stocks gain

New Delhi, Jan 29 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices traded higher during early hours on Wednesday as investors hoped for elevated spending on infrastructure in the upcoming Union Budget to boost consumer demand and investments. At 10:15 am, the BSE SandP Sensex was up by 308 points to 41,275 while the Nifty 50 edged higher by 91 points at 12,147. All sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the positive terrain with Nifty metal gaining by 1.4 per cent, auto by 1 per cent and FMCG by 0.8 per cent.