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Indian Army Major develops bulletproof jacket able to withstand sniper bullets

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): Indian Army officer, Major Anoop Mishra, has developed a bulletproof jacket with full body protection for the jawans. The jacket can withstand even sniper rifle bullets from 10m distance. Mishra was also hit by a bullet on his jacket during deployment in Jammu and Kashmir. While speaking to ANI, Major Anoop Mishra said, "During one operation, I was hit by a stray bullet on my bullet proof jacket, although the bullet didn't penetrate but it caused a trauma." "So I decided to make my own bullet proof jacket. This jacket can withstand a sniper bullet from even 10 meters," he added.

Mamata Banerjee leads protest march against CAA, NRC in Kolkata

Kolkata (WB), Dec 24 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a protest march against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act and National Register of Citizens in Kolkata. Large number of people participated in the protest march. Nation-wide protests have been intensified after President Ram Nath Kovind gave his assent to the Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) on December 13 which sought to give Indian citizenship to non-Muslim immigrants who faced persecution in three neighbouring countries - Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan - and entered India before December 2014.

CAA protest row: Rahul, Priyanka stopped from entering Meerut by UP Police

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Dec 24 (ANI): Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were stopped from entering UP's Meerut on December 24. They were on their way to meet families of those who were killed in violence that broke out during protests against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). They are now returning to Delhi after being stopped by police in Meerut. President Ram Nath Kovind gave his assent to the Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) on December 13 which will give Indian citizenship to non-Muslim immigrants who faced persecution in three neighbouring countries-Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.

Pondicherry University student denied entry at convocation ceremony

Puducherry, Dec 24 (ANI): Rabeeha Abdurehim, MA gold medalist in Mass Communication from Pondicherry University alleged that she was not allowed to attend the convocation ceremony, while President Ram Nath Kovind was present at the venue. Speaking to ANI, Rabeeha Abdurehim said, "I don't know why I was sent out. But I learnt when the students inside asked police they said maybe it is because she is wearing scarf in a different way. That could also be the reason why they sent me out but nobody told me blatantly on my face."

Shimla-based Christ Church to ring historic worship call bell for first time after 35 years

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), Dec 24 (ANI): After a long gap of 35 years, people in Shimla will get to hear the sound of a 150-year-old worship call bell at Christ Church, which has been dysfunctional for decades. People in the city are excited that they would be able to hear the sound of the bell after a gap of 35 years. Victor Den, a local resident and a retired mechanical engineer, took it upon himself to restore the bell and the chimes of the church ahead of the Christmas Day. Most Christian denominations ring the Church bell to call the people to worship and convey the message to start the mass or service. According to the locals, the Christ Church was built in Shimla in the year 1857. Foreign tourists in the North Indian hill town are also enthusiastic to celebrate Christmas here and hope that festival will bring people together.

There's total collapse of rule of law in state: WB Governor after being blocked outside by JU students

Kolkata (WB), Dec 24 (ANI): Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar at Jadavpur University after being blocked outside by protesting students stated that the rule of law in the state has collapsed. "It's a painful moment for me as a Chancellor and Governor. There's total collapse of rule of law in the state. The state Govt has put education in captivity," said Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Section 144 imposed in Delhi's Mandi House

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): The Section 144 imposed in Delhi's Mandi House area on December 24. It was imposed in the view of protests against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Police forces have been deployed at the area. According to Section 144, assembly of four or more people is prohibited in the area. Nation-wide protests have been intensified after the implementation of new Citizenship Act.

CAA protests: Demonstrators gather at Mandi House despite imposition of Sec-144

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): Protestors gathered at Delhi's Mandi House area on December 24 to stage demonstrations against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). These protestors also held placards and raised slogans against the CAA. Section 144 of CrPC (Code of Criminal Procedure) is also imposed in Mandi House in view of the protest which means assembly of four or more people is prohibited in the area. Nation-wide protests intensified after implementation of the new Citizenship Act.

Cold wave intensifies in Ludhiana, disrupts daily life

Ludhiana (Punjab), Dec 24 (ANI): With the temperature going down steadily, a thick layer of fog canopied Punjab's Ludhiana on December 24. People are setting up bonfires to get relief and keep themselves warm in chilly winters in Ludhiana. Locals are facing problems in doing their daily activities. The temperature is expected to dip further in the coming days.

Don't use plastic, get 25% off on booking community centers: Panchkula Municipality

Panchkula (Haryana), Dec 24 (ANI): Panchkula Municipal Corporation has decided to offer 25% discount on booking its community centers for those who will not use any plastic in their events. The decision has been taken in view of 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'. To avail or claim the discount, organisers have to show photographic and videographic proof of no use of plastic in the ceremony. People are appreciating this move and are giving their full support to the campaign. Speaking on it, Panchkula Municipal Corporation's Executive Commissioner Jarnail Singh said, "We have approximately 10 community centers here so we are offering that those who will book here for any event and won't use any plastic cutlery, they will get 25% rebate. People are opting for this offer and are saying that they won't use any plastic and they are even appreciating this move as well. People are giving us their full support."

Mamata Banerjee's stand on CAA against persecuted minorities: Fadnavis in West Bengal

Bagdogra (West Bengal), Dec 24 (ANI): Former Maharashtra chief minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Devendra Fadnavis, on December 24 said the stand of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) is against the people who have faced religious persecution. Fadnavis along with West Bengal BJP president Dilip Ghosh arrived in Bagdogra on December 24 for BJP's pro-CAA campaign.

Onion prices leave customers teary-eyed in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Dec 24 (ANI): Soaring prices of onion across nation are burning holes not only in household but also in hotel budgets. Several hotels in Kerala have stopped using onions for sometime. Onions are being sold at more than Rs 100 per kg in several states. Many consumers have cut down their consumption keeping in mind the high prices of onion.

PM Modi to unveil Atal Bihari Vajpayee's statue in Lucknow

Lucknow (UP), Dec 24 (ANI): Preparations are in full swing ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit in UP's Lucknow. PM Modi will unveil the statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's statue in Lucknow on December 25. December 25 is also former PM's birth anniversary.

WB's Guv Jagdeep Dhankhar shown black flags by Jadavpur University students

Kolkata, Dec 24 (ANI): Protesting students blocked convoy of West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar as he arrived at Jadavpur University on Dec 24. Protestors showed black flags and also raised slogans against the governor. Protestors also held placards against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC).

Watch: Airplane on truck gets stuck under bridge in WB's Durgapur

Durgapur (West Bengal), Dec 24 (ANI): A truck carrying an abandoned India Post aircraft has got stuck under a bridge in West Bengal's Durgapur. Incident has disrupted the traffic on the route. Further details are awaited.

Govt function being made efficient under 'Minimum Government and Maximum Governance': Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that government is being made to function effectively and efficiently under the "Minimum Government and Maximum Governance." "Now under Minimum Government and Maximum Governance, government function is being made effective and efficient. Performance standards are being set for government officials and in financial management, in prudence and accountability, mechanisms are being adopted," he said while addressing an event here. Stressing that Ministry of Defence, Finance and Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) is involved in all the financial activities of the Defence Services, Rajnath Singh said, "Therefore, I want to particularly say this that...with the harmony and synergy with which the department has been able to achieve its efficiency in fulfilling the changing requirements of the services and has demonstrated willingness and readiness to face new challenges...no matter how much I appreciate...it will not be en

Fire breaks out at 2 factories in Delhi's Narela

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at two different factories in Delhi's Narela Industrial area in the wee hours of December 24. Seven fire tenders managed to douse the flames at one of the factories. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. Fire fighting operations are underway at the other factory, where the fire broke out at around 4:52 am. Further details are awaited.

Pakistani Hindu refugees hail CAA in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Dec 24 (ANI): Where everyone is opposing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Pakistani Hindu refugees held a march, in support of it in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer. They held placards and raised slogans in support of the new Citizenship Act. These refugees were living in the area for last 5-7 years and had no Indian citizenship so, were not able to avail any facility. Speaking on CAA, one of the refugees said, "we have been staying here since last 5-7 years and we are yet to get citizenship. We don't get facilities. This act will help us lead a better life." Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) gives citizenship to those non-Muslim refugees who came from three neighboring countries i.e., Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.

Delhi wakes up to foggy, chilly morning

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): The temperature has dropped down in Delhi due to snowfall in parts of North India. A foggy and chilly winter morning was observed in the national capital on the Christmas Eve. A layer fog canopied the India Gate. Health conscious people were seen jogging and walking in the cold waves near India Gate. Delhi is continuously reeling under the cold waves.

Night shelters, a boon for homeless during winters

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): People took refuge in night shelters as mercury level dips in the national capital. They took night shelter near Hanuman Mandir in Yamuna Bazar area. These government-supported night shelters have become heaven for homeless people. They are provided with free blankets, pillows. Temperature has dropped down in Delhi due to snowfall in parts of North India.