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India one of new centers of economic might, political influence: Russian Foreign Minister

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): 'Raisina Dialogue 2020' is underway in Delhi. While addressing the meet, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said, "We are convinced that the overriding trend of the global development is the objective process of the formation of new centers of economic might, financial power and political influence. India is obviously, one of them. It is important to make sure that no serious matter of the global dimension is considered without new centers of influence. We believe that democratic world order should be based not on the brutal force but rather should be built as a concept of interest models of development, cultures, and traditions." 12 Foreign Ministers including Ministers of Russia, Iran, Australia, Denmark and Hungary are participating in 'Raisina Dialogue 2020'.

Army Day: Mini Marathon organised in Ludhiana

Ludhiana (Punjab), Jan 15 (ANI): A 'Mini Marathon' was organised on the occasion of 72nd Army Day in Punjab's Ludhiana on January 15. School students in large numbers participated in the marathon. Vajra Vayu Rakshak Brigade organised the marathon for school students and senior citizens. It was a 5 km-long marathon and the event was organised at Dolewala Military Camp of Ludhiana. Army Day is celebrated every year to commemorate the day when General (later Field Marshal) KM Carriappa took over the command of Army from British General FRR Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief in 1949 and became the first Commander-in-Chief of Indian Army post Independence.

CM BS Yediyurappa greets people on 'Makar Sankranti' in Shivamogga

Shivamogga (Karnataka), Jan 15 (ANI): Chief Minister of Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa greeted people on the occasion of 'Makar Sankranti' in Karnataka's Shivamogga on January 15. Yediyurappa met them at his residence in Shikaripura. 'Makar Sankranti' is the festival which is dedicated to deity Surya. It marks first day of the sun's transit into 'Makara', marking end of month with winter solstice.

2G internet services restored in parts of JandK

Jammu, Jan 15 (ANI): The 2G internet on post-paid connections was restored in districts of Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Udhampur and Reasi on January 15. The internet services were restored for accessing white-listed sites, including for e-banking, government offices and educational institutions. On Jan 14, Jammu administration issued notice for restoring of internet today. As per order issued by Jammu and Kashmir Home Department, Kashmir division will establish an additional 400 internet kiosks.

Equities trade lower on weak global cues, banking and metal stocks fall

New Delhi, Jan15 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices swung lower during early hours on Jan 15.The BSE SandP Sensex was down by 206 points to 41,745 while the nifty 50 tumbled by 66 points at 12,296. Banking and metal stocks were the worst sufferers. Meanwhile, stocks slipped in Asian trade as investors waited for the signing of an initial US-China trade deal

Delhi Assembly Polls: Rebel AAP MLA from Badarpur to contest independently

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on January 15, the rebel MLA of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Narayan Dutt Sharma spoke on the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections and ticket distribution of AAP. He said, "I have given resignation from the party and my next step is to fight election. My main aim is to expose them and to maintain the freedom of Badarpur." "I will contest as independent candidate from Badarpur area against Ram Singh Netaji and Rambir Shokeen," he added. "A warrior never thinks about the result of battle as time will itself decide the result of that," Narayan Dutt Sharma further stated.

'I denied paying Rs 10 crore for getting AAP ticket': Rebel MLA Narayan Sharma

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on January 15, the rebel MLA of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Narayan Dutt Sharma came down heavily with accusation on party's ticket distribution. He said, "If they (senior party leaders) have chosen candidates on performance basis then what about a man who got 94, 000 votes and against whom there was no allegations or any case was registered in past five years? If they are winning on performance basis then they can give ticket to any party worker." "Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia called me at his residence and said that from your area (Badarpur) Ram Singh Netaji is for ready to pay Rs 20-21 crore for getting ticket. How much you can help the party financially?" he added. "A party which was born on honesty and people have made all of us what we are today. I denied paying them money after they asked me to pay Rs 10 crore," AAP rebel MLA further stated.

Army Day: CDS Gen Rawat, Chiefs of Armed Forces pay tribute at National War Memorial

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): Army Day 2020 was celebrated at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on January 15. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat, Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Air Staff Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh pay tribute at Army Day 2020. Army Day is celebrated every year to pay tribute to brave heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country.

Cold spell continues in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): Thick fog engulfed Delhi on January 15. Minimum temperature will hover around 8 degree Celsius this week, predicts India Meteorological Department. Major pollutants PM 2.5 stood at 205 and PM 10 stood at 185, in 'Poor and 'Moderate' categories respectively in Delhi's Lodhi Road area according to the Air Quality Index (AQI) data. Republic Day parade practice continued at Rajpath despite harsh weather. Commuters are facing problem due to low visibility.

'Jallikattu' begins in TN's Madurai

Madurai (TN), Jan 15 (ANI): Swarm of people gathered in Tamil Nadu's Madurai to participate in the traditional bull-taming sport 'Jallikattu'. Spectators were seen cheering for bull tamers in Avaniyapuram village on January 15. 730 bulls are participating in Avaniyapuram. The Supreme Court (SC) in 2014 banned 'Jallikattu' after a plea was filed by the Animal Welfare Board of India and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) but the state government insisted Jallikattu was a crucial part of its culture and identity. The ban was later lifted in January 2017 with an amendment due to massive protests along the Marina beach in Chennai.

BBMP installs mirrors on walls to curb public urination in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jan 15 (ANI): In a bid to fight public urination in Bengaluru, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike has come up with a unique idea. Large mirrors have been installed at various spots where public urination is usually reported. The mirrors also consist of QR code which helps to locate public toilet nearby. The step by BBMP comes under their Swachh Survekshan 2020 campaign. At present, the mirror boards have been installed near KR Market, Indira Nagar, Jyoti Nivas College in Koramangala and Church Street. Around two lakh rupees have been spent by BBMP under the initiative to spread awareness. BH Anil Kumar, Commissioner BBMP said, "Despite repeatedly cleaning those black spots, people kept using those places for urinating. So we came up with this idea. We have also given a QR Code which will help people locate the nearest public toilet."

Prime Minister Modi's input renders new energy to Namami Gange: NMCG DG

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): The Director General of National Mission for Clean Ganga Rajiv Ranjan Mishra said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the first meeting of National Ganga Council in Kanpur not only noted the progress made in the projects in the Ganga rejuvenataion under Namami Gange, but also underscored the need to link Ganga rejuvenation with overall sustainable development of the villages, towns and cities along the river. PM Modi chaired the first meeting of National Ganga Council on December 14, 2019 during his visit to Kanpur city in Uttar Pradesh. PM also visited a Namami Gange Mission exhibition, showcasing the works done for the cleanliness of the river. Formed in 2016, the National Ganga Council is chaired by the Prime Minister. It is also known as the National Council for Rejuvenation, Protection, and Management of River Ganga. It aims to ensure effective control of pollution and rejuvenation of Ganga.

Myriads of kites fill sky in Konark on Makar Sankaranti

Konark (Odisha), Jan 15 (ANI): Uttarayana Kite Fest was organised in Odisha's Konark on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. The event was organised at Marine Drive Eco Retreat. Locals and tourists thronged to the venue to celebrate the festival. Kite flyers showcased their skills. Kites of different shape, size, concept and designs dotted the sky. Kite flying is one of the traditions of Makar Sankranti festival. Since the event is eco-friendly, cotton threads are being used instead of crushed glass coated 'manjha'.

Microsoft officially ends support to Windows 7 after a decade

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): After the debut in 2009, Microsoft is finally ending support for Windows 7, the popular OS that continues to run on millions of devices globally. Microsoft had been notifying users since last year and starting today, a full-screen notification will appear for Windows 7 users, warning them about the end of support, The Verge notes. To encourage users to upgrade to the newer Windows 10 platform, Microsoft is offering a free year of post-retirement updates to Windows 7 customers with active Windows 10 subscriptions. Even as Microsoft has ended support, it is expected to take a year or two to bring down the market share of Windows 7 which stands at a massive 26 per cent.

Pongal 2020: Markets flooded with turmeric, jaggery

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Jan 15 (ANI): As people are all set to celebrate Pongal festival, demand for turmeric sticks and jaggery has increased. Markets in Coimbatore are flooded with jaggery and turmeric sticks ahead of Pongal festival. Without turmeric and jaggery, Pongal festival celebrations are incomplete. Pongal will be celebrated from January 15 to January 18.

Burnout syndrome linked to cardiac disease: Study

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): The burnout syndrome, which makes people feel excessively tired, devoid of energy, demoralized, and irritable; may lead to the onset of a potentially deadly heart rhythm disturbance. This finding appeared in a large study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. "Vital exhaustion, commonly referred to as burnout syndrome, is typically caused by prolonged and profound stress at work or home," said study author Dr. Parveen K. Garg of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.

Goods train derailed in Mumbai, rail movement affected

Mumbai, Jan 15 (ANI): Two wagons of a goods train derailed near East Mumbai's Kurla Railway Station. Movement of trains has been affected on the Harbour line due to the derailment. No loss to property has been reported yet. Railway workers have reached at spot for investigation.

Foreign Affairs Minister of Denmark arrives in India

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): Jeppe Kofod, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Denmark arrived in India. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 15. Kofod is in India to participate in Raisina Dialogue 2020 on January 16.

China put ban on Tibetan students from taking part in religious activities: Tibetan government in-exile

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 15 (ANI): China has barred Tibetan students in Lhasa from taking part in religious activities during their school vacations. The parents are being ordered to stop their children from any involvement in religious activities. TG Arya, spokesperson of Tibetan government in-exile said, "They (China) are trying to control the minds of the Tibetan younger generation and students, they have ordered that the kids are not allowed to pilgrimage with their parents." "If any children are found going to monasteries or attending teaching or going to pilgrimage that parents have to bear the consequences. As per the international law, this is a gross violation of religious freedom, language freedom and culture freedom," he further added.

India to play important role in bringing stability, growth of Indo-Pacific region: Former Canadian PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): Raisina Dialogue 2020 was held in the national capital on January 14. World Leaders discussed various issue on the platform. Delegates of 105 countries will participate in the 3-day event. When asked 'Who is going to underwrite security, stability and growth of Indo-Pacific region, former Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper said that India will play an important role in future in bringing security, stability and growth in the region. He said, "The reality of increasingly diverse and multi-polar world would be that there aren't simple answers to that but big part of answer in future will be a role played by India". He further added, "If I can pay tribute to PM Modi here, I think it will be a kind of India that PM Modi's vision is creating. Not just energetic domestic reforms but very much a country that is self-defined, aspires to be a cooperative global partner but will be very much Indian".