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People protest against superstitious beliefs during solar eclipse in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Dec 26 (ANI): A group of people protested at Bengaluru's Town Hall on December 26 against the superstitious beliefs followed during solar eclipses. Activist N Murthy said, "Superstitions like don't go outside, don't eat or drink during the eclipse are wrong. Scientists only say don't view it with naked eye." People across the world witnessed the last solar eclipse of 2019. A solar eclipse occurs, when the moon comes in between the earth and the sun and when all the three bodies are aligned.

Mamata Banerjee continues fight against CAA, leads another protest march in Kolkata

Kolkata, Dec 26 (ANI): Continuing her fight against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on December 26 led another protest march in Kolkata against the new citizenship law. Hundreds of anti-CAA protestors along with TMC leaders and workers joined the party chief in her bid to up the ante against the central government. While addressing the rally, Banerjee said she will tell all the students to continue their protest against CAA for their democratic rights in a democratic way.

'Tukde tukde gang' responsible for violence in Delhi, should be punished: Amit Shah

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the foundation stone laying ceremony of integrated development of East Delhi Hub on December 26. Addressing the gathering during the event, Shah said that people of Delhi should punish the "tukde tukde gang" which is "responsible" for violence in Delhi. He said, "When Citizenship Amendment Act was being discussed in Parliament, nobody was willing to discuss it. They were discussing irrelevant things. Once they stepped out of Parliament, they started spreading confusion and disturbed Delhi."

Armed robbers loot material worth lakhs from transformer at power station in Shamli

Shamli (Uttar Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): Unidentified armed robbers dismantled a transformer installed at a power station in UP's Shamli and looted valuable material worth an estimated Rs 8 lakh. The armed robbers arrived at the Power Station on a mini truck and held hostage by the staff which was on routine duty. An investigation into the matter has been initiated.

Schools shut for 2 days due to extreme cold weather: Ghaziabad DM

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): Temperature has dropped down in Ghaziabad due to heavy snowfall in parts of North India. Keeping winters in mind, Ghaziabad Administration issued a notice to shut all the schools for two days. Speaking on it, District Magistrate of Ghaziabad said, "The cold is increasing. It is excruciating for children to go schools in winters and it is not good for their health as well. That's why, we took decision to close all the schools for two days (Dec 27-Dec 28). After that it is Sunday so, kids will get a total of three-day off. If the weather is good from Monday and the forecast is right then the schools will re-open."

CAA protests row: Making crowds carry out arson, violence not leadership, says Army Chief

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat in New Delhi condemned the violence that is caused by the protests against the amendment Citizenship act and asserted that leaders are not those who lead people in inappropriate direction. "Leaders are not those who lead people in inappropriate direction. As we are witnessing in large number of universities and colleges, students the way they are leading masses and crowds to carry out arson and violence in cities and towns. This is not leadership,"said Army Chief.

Locals offer 'namaz' on solar eclipse in Karnataka

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Dec 26 (ANI): Muslim community offered 'namaz' during solar eclipse in Mangaluru on December 26. People across the world witnessed the last solar eclipse of 2019. A solar eclipse occurs, when the moon comes in between the earth and the sun and when all the three bodies are aligned.

Tibetan Buddhist monks organise prayers for world peace

Shimla (HP), Dec 26 (ANI): Tibetan Buddhists in Shimla organised prayers for world peace, to dispel the evils of the previous year, and bring good luck for the coming year. Tibetans-in-exile organise the annual prayers in the final month according to the Tibetan lunar calendar. The festival is called Gutor in Tibetan Buddhism. Buddhists monks offered prayers and performed dances. After the prayers and Lama dance, the monks threw objects signifying bad omen into the fire.

Bipin Rawat pays reverence to soldiers guarding at higher altitudes

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat in national capital paid respect to soldiers who guard at higher altitudes in such cold weather. Speaking at the event, he said, "On the day, when we are attired in Delhi to protect ourselves from cold, I wish to pay reverence to my soldiers, who stand steadfast manning Saltoro Ridge in Siachen and others manning at high altitude positions, where temperature ranges between -10 to -45 degrees Celsius."

Pakistan ceasefire violation: Army is capable of taking care of borders, says Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Pakistan ceasefire violations took place along the Line of Control in the Uri sector on Dec 25. One Indian Army Subedar lost his life in Pakistani firing. Though, Indian Army responded to Pakistan ceasefire violation in which damage was inflicted upon Pakistan Army positions. Speaking on ceasefire violation by Pakistan, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "I want to assure the whole nation that when it comes to border, our Army is so capable that it will do whatever is necessary."

Locals in Varanasi take holy dip on solar eclipse

Varanasi (UP), Dec 26 (ANI): Locals in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi took a holy dip on the day of solar eclipse. Locals across the nation witnessed last solar eclipse of 2019. A solar eclipse occurs, when the moon comes in between the earth and the sun and when all the three bodies are aligned.

Kamal Nath should read Constitution, states are bound to implement CAA: Kailash Vijayvargiya

Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): BJP national general secretary Kailash Vijayvargiya has slammed Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Kamal Nath for refusing to implement the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in the state and said that he should read the Constitution. He also asserted that all the states are bound to implement the new citizenship law. "He (Kamal Nath) should read the Constitution of the country. Once a bill is passed by the Parliament and becomes an Act, all the states are bound to implement it under Article 252 of the Constitution," Vijayvargiya told ANI. Part XI of the Constitution of India, which includes Article 245 to Article 263, dictates the relationship between the union government and the state governments. Vijayvargiya said that it was unfortunate when a person sitting on a constitutional position "says such unconstitutional things". "Politics is only one thing, however, Congress is only worrying about their power and vote bank. They are not thinking about t

Parts of nation witness solar eclipse

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) / Kochi (Kerala) / Ahmedabad (Gujarat) / Chennai / Mumbai, Dec 26 (ANI): Parts of country witnessed solar eclipse on Dec 26. Kids got excited to witness the solar eclipse. World witnessed last solar eclipse of 2019 and of decade too. A solar eclipse occurs, when the moon comes in between the earth and the sun and when all the three bodies are aligned.

People take refuge in night shelters as mercury level dips in national capital

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Delhi is reeling under cold waves. Homeless people move to night shelters to stay warm near Safdarjung Airport flyover. These government-supported night shelters have become heaven for homeless people as they are provided with free blankets and pillows too. Temperature dropped down in Delhi due to heavy snowfall in parts of North India.

Agra reels under cold wave

Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): Temperature has dropped down in Agra as parts of North India have received heavy snowfall. The cold waves intensified in the historic city. A layer of fog canopied the city which led to invisibility on the roads. Normal lives have also got affected due to winters and fog.

Portals of Birla Mandir closed ahead of solar eclipse 2019

New Delhi, Dec 26 (ANI): Ahead of solar eclipse 2019, portals of Birla Mandir closed on Dec 26. The world will witness last solar eclipse of 2019 and of decade too. In India, Bengaluru will get clearer and maximum view of solar eclipse. A solar eclipse happens, when the moon moves in front of the Sun as seen from a location on Earth.

Portals of temples in Varanasi close ahead of solar eclipse

Varanasi (UP), Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Dec 26 (ANI): Parts of India will witness solar eclipse on December 26. Portals of temples are being closed in Varanasi as 'darshan' of goddesses and gods is not considered auspicious during eclipse. Eclipse occurs when moon comes between sun and earth and sun appears as a ring. Solar eclipse will start at 8 AM. Planetariums are also prepped up to give people glimpse of the eclipse.

NSUI workers raise 'aatankwadi wapas jaayo' slogan during Pragya Thakur's visit to Makhanlal University

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): Congress' youth wing National Students' Union of India (NSUI) raised 'aatankwadi wapas jaayo' and 'Pragya Thakur go back' slogans while Bhopal MP Pragya Thakur was on a visit to Makhanlal Chaturvedi University to meet students who were on 'dharna' against University's Administration. BJP MP reacted sharply to sloganeering and said, "They said MP is a terrorist, these words are illegal and indecent. They abused a female MP, on a constitutional post, they are all traitors. I will definitely take action,"

Tourists enjoy panoramic view of mountains in Vistadome train on Kalka-Shimla route

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), Dec 26 (ANI): Shimla is attracting tourists to witness snowfall this winter. Indian Railways has added cherry on top by launching first class glass-enclosed Vistadome train on Kalka-Shimla route. Vistadome coaches have glass top for panoramic view.

RSS regards all of India's population as Hindu society: Mohan Bhagwat

Hyderabad, Dec 26 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat in Hyderabad on Wednesday said that the organization regards 130 crore population of India 'Hindu society' no matter what they consider themselves.