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Fire breaks out in Patparganj Industrial Area, 1 dead

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Fire broke out in Patparganj Industrial Area in early hours of January 09. At least 27 fire tenders are present at the spot. According to Delhi Police, one person died in the fire. More details are awaited.

Manali's Hidimba Temple emerges as top spot for snow lovers

Manali (HP), Jan 09 (ANI): Hidimba Devi Temple has now become one of the prime spots in tourist hill city of Manali after fresh snowfall. People are enjoying chilly weather with ski gears around the temple. Tourists captured the family moment by taking selfies, while children busy in playing with soft snow. Manali is covered with thick white blanket of snow after fresh spell.

Get a glimpse of 'Pandora' in Chennai's Avatar-themed cafe

Chennai, Jan 09 (ANI): Cafe in Chennai gives a glimpse of magnificent fictional world of 'Pandora' from 'Avatar'. James Camerson's flick 'Avatar' broke all records after it hit theatres worldwide. This unique Chennai cafe is a must visit for all 'Avatar' enthusiasts. Live fountains and 3D wall paintings bring out theme of cafe. Colourful fluidic steps in the cafe are another attraction for visitors. There is a life-size Pandora inhabitant Na'vi for a perfect picture.

Sri Lanka Foreign Minister arrives in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Sri Lanka Minister of Foreign Relations, Skills Development Dinesh Gunawardena arrived in the national capital on January 8. He is on a two-day visit to India. This is the first official visit of Gunawardena after he assumed office in November 2019.

Google Assistant will become translator for American Airlines guests

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Guests at select American Airlines lounges will be able to turn to Google Assistant for help with translation. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020, the company announced that it is bringing Google Assistant's interpreter mode to Google Nest Hubs in its lounges at the Los Angeles International Airport, reports Engadget. The interpreter mode allows Google Assistant to translate 29 languages, including Arabic, Russian, French, and Japanese, in real-time. American Airlines will only use the mode when there are no multilingual team members around to help passengers.

Study finds supplements like zinc, folic acid do not enhance male fertility

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): A new study showed that dietary supplements zinc and folic acid which have long been touted as an effective treatment for male infertility have failed to improve sperm counts and sperm potency. The study was conducted by researchers of the University of Utah Health and was published in the journal - JAMA. Most of the fertility supplements contain zinc which is a mineral necessary for the development of sperm and folate which is the natural form of folic acid and helps in the formation of DNA of sperm. These supplements are also known as nutraceuticals are promoted as a natural way of enhancing sperm count, its formation and its movement. The researchers recruited 2,370 couples planning to undergo infertility treatments for this study. In the study, men were randomly assigned to either receive a daily supplement or a placebo that consists of 30 milligrams of zinc and 5 milligrams of folic acid for a period of six months. Women, on the other hand, were asked to c

May approach alumni to create fund for economically weaker students: JNU VC

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University Vice Chancellor M. Jagadesh Kumar on hostel fee hike informed that authorities might approach alumni of university to create fund in order to help students coming from the weaker background. "We may even approach the alumni of our university to create a fund to help all such students who come from poor sections of the society," said JNU VC.

'Pre-planned' JNU protests linked with CAA: Actor Dalip Tahil

Mumbai, Jan 08 (ANI): Actor Dalip Tahil came out in support of Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He said that the ongoing problem in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is linked to the Citizenship Amendment Act. "The students' protests in universities are scripted and planned," the actor further added. However, he also supported actress Deepika Padukone said that it's her democratic right.

Women in Kolkata stage sit-in protest against CAA, NRC

Kolkata, Jan 08 (ANI): Women staged a sit-in protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and proposed National Register of Citizens (NRC) at Park Circus Maidan on January 08. One of the protesters said, "I want to ask Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Ministers, what documents they have which prove them Indians." Women are protesting here since last night.

Please don't politicise JNU, leave us alone: Varsity VC

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Speaking to ANI, Jawaharlal Nehru University Vice Chancellor M. Jagadesh Kumar requested to not politicise JNU and leave the authorities alone to do their work after DMK leader Kanimozhi's visit to JNU. "Please don't politicise our university. Please leave us alone and let us do our work," said JNU VC.

BSF seizes consignment of gold worth over 95 lakhs

Agartala (Tripura), Jan 08 (ANI): Border Security Force (BSF), on January 08, seized 2.267 Kg gold worth over Rs 95 lakhs from the outskirts of Agartala. The consignment consisted of 12 gold biscuits and 4 bars. Bangladeshi national named Jahangir Hassan who was carrying the consignment has been arrested and his mobile phone is seized.

JNU VC's advice to personalities supporting 'agitators' against campus violence

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) VC M Jagadesh Kumar had a discussion with MHRD Secretary over the law and order situation in the varsity. He said, "We had a detailed discussion with MHRD secretary and we explained to them the steps we are taking to bring normalcy in the university. Thousands of students are registering themselves for the new winter session. We hope that normal academic activities should take place as planned." Responding to the huge uproar on the visit of Deepika Padukone to JNU to join students' protest against violence, VC Jagadesh Kumar said, "I would like to ask all those great personalities coming to support agitators, what about thousands of students and teachers who are deprived of their rights of doing research and teaching? Why can't you stand with them?"

Iran refuses to handover crashed Ukrainian plane's black boxes to US

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Iranian authorities informed that they recovered the flight recorders of Ukraine's Boeing 737 aircraft that crashed near Tehran International Airport earlier on January 08. They also refused to hand over the black boxes to the Americans. All 176 people on board the flight to the Ukrainian capital of Kiev were killed when the plane crashed shortly after taking off from Tehran. The crashed Ukraine plane had 82 Iranians, 63 Canadians on board, reported AFP quoting a Ukraine minister. The Ukrainian Embassy in Tehran replaced its previous statement saying terrorism or rocket attacks had been ruled out as causes of the plane crash. "Information on the causes of the plane crash is being clarified by the commission," it said. Ukraine's embassy in Iran issued new statement on the plane crash in Iran, omitting the mention of engine failure as the cause.

Liver transplant of Saudi girl performed using bovine jugular vein of cow in Gurugram

Gurugram (Haryana), Jan 08 (ANI): Doctors performed a liver transplant of a one-year-old girl child 'Hoor' of Saudi Arabia. The operation was performed in Artemis hospital of Gurugram. The liver transplant was performed using bovine jugular vein of a cow to provide blood circulation to the new liver.

JNU Teachers' Federation appeals for normalcy in campus

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Federation has appealed for normalcy in campus after violent attack on students and teachers on evening of January 05. Professor Ashwini Mohapatra said, "We appeal for normalcy on campus. JNUTF urges the Administration to ensure that those students who are registering in new semester are not subjected to any harassment and coercion by those averse to normal functioning of the University." There are 200 members in Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Federation.

We are not looking for war: Iranian Ambassador to India on conflict with US

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Responding to the missile strikes by Iran on US targets in Iraq, Iranian Ambassador to India, Dr Ali Chegeni, said that Iran is not looking for war. He said, "Whatever we have done is a part of our response. Millions of people who participated in the funeral of General Qassem Soleimani had demanded the government for it. We have done it. We are not looking for war." Further adding on India's role in ongoing US-Iran tension, Chegeni added, "India is a part of the region. It should be a part of de-escalation. We are welcoming any initiative from our good friends from India." Tensions between US and Iran escalated after Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran's Revolutionary Guards' elite Quds Force was killed in a US drone strike near Baghdad International Airport on January 03.

'Chabahar will go on, don't worry': Iranian Ambassador to India on conflict with US

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Speaking on the escalated tension between Iran and US, Iranian Ambassador to India Dr Ali Chegeni said that the Chabahar port project will not be affected by the ongoing conflict. Chegeni said, "Chabahar Port is a symbol of very good friendship between India, Iran, Afghanistan, Commonwealth of Independent States, Europe, whole Persian Gulf. It does not belong only to Iran and India. Chabahar will go on, don't worry about it." Ever since the operation of Chabahar port commenced in December 2018, India's trade with Central Asian countries has improved.

Rajinikanth fans offer special prayers for success of 'Darbar' in TN

Madurai (TN), Jan 08 (ANI): Fans of Rajinikanth offered special prayers at a temple for success of his upcoming movie 'Darbar'. A fan said, "We kept fast for 15 days and performed 'Man Soru' (Eating food on floor without plate). This will definitely result in grand success of movie." The much-awaited movie is set to release on January 09.

Watch: 'Bharat Bandh' protestors allegedly beat BJP worker in WB's Durgapur

Durgapur (West Bengal), Jan 08 (ANI): A Bharatiya Janata Party worker was beaten by the 'Bharat Bandh' protest supporters in West Bengal's Durgapur on January 08. Trade unions across India have called for a nationwide strike today. The strike was called against alleged anti-working class policies of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government.

Income Tax return filing to become more detailed: Here's what you should be aware of

The income-tax (I-T) department has made significant changes to the I-T return (ITR) filing forms for the Assessment Year (AY) 2020-21. Every year, the tax department notifies these forms around April. This year, it has already notified the two ITR forms for AY2020-21. There are some significant changes that everyone needs to know about.