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BJP's Pragya Thakur files complaint against SpiceJet over seat issue

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 22 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pragya Thakur has filed complaint with Bhopal Airport Director alleging she was not allotted the seat she booked in a SpiceJet flight on December 21. "They did not give me the booked seat. I asked them to show the rules. I called the director and lodged a complaint with him," MP said.

CAA protests: Won't allow TMC leaders in Lucknow due to Sec-144 restrictions, says UP DGP

Lucknow (UP), Dec 22 (ANI): Uttar Police is all set to stop Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders to enter in State's capital Lucknow where Section 144 is in place. "We have come to know that some political leaders of TMC want to visit here (Lucknow). We will not permit them for the same as section 144 is imposed in the area and it can make the atmosphere more tense," said UP's Director General of Police (DGP) OP Singh. A Trinamool Congress (TMC) delegation is scheduled to visit Lucknow on December 22 to meet the families of those who died, in alleged police firing, during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Violent CAA protestors liable for damaged public properties: Lucknow DM

Lucknow (UP), Dec 22 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protest, the District Magistrate (DM) of Lucknow Abhishek Prakash said, "As per guidelines of Courts for situation in which demonstration turns violent, those who caused damage are deemed liable." "Areas have been demarcated under ADMs. After giving 7-day notice, value of properties will be assessed for compensation," DM added.

Forest Dept rescues leopard in Assam's Dibrugarh

Dibrugarh (Assam), Dec 22 (ANI): A leopard was rescued by the Forest Department in Assam's Dibrugarh on December 21. It was rescued from Jokai area of Dibrugarh. Leopard was unable to walk properly due to back injury. It will be later released in nearby jungle by the team.

Snowfall disrupts normal life in HP's Kufri

Shimla (HP), Dec 22 (ANI): Heavy rains and continuous snowfall in Kufri hill station of Shimla has thrown daily life out of gear. During the past 24 hours, the temperature in the region has dropped drastically. Local residents in Kufri are facing troubles due to harsh weather conditions. Vehicles have been stranded in several snow clad parts in the state with ice-covered roads resulting in skidding of vehicles. Himachal Pradesh meteorological department forecast predicted further decline in night temperature.

BJP, RSS organise rally in support of CAA in Nagpur

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Dec 22 (ANI): To counter ongoing protests across the country, a massive rally was organised in support of Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Maharashtra's Nagpur on December 22. The rally was organised by Lok Adhikar Manch, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and other organisations. The rally began from Yashwant Stadium in Nagpur. 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.

Blind students celebrate Christmas with full fervour in Panaji

Panaji (Goa), Dec 22 (ANI): Ahead of Christmas celebrations across nation, the students of 'National Association For The Blind' participated in various activities related to the festival in Goa's Panaji on December 21. Their fun activities included plays, dance and carols. National Association For The Blind runs under the Goa State Branch. While speaking to ANI, a student said, "This celebration gives us an opportunity to experience the colourful world. We love participating in this event." People celebrate the annual festival of Christmas with full fervour. The festival is celebrated on December 25, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.

Narrow escape for cop during anti-CAA protests in UP's Firozabad

Firozabad (UP), Dec 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh police constable had a narrow escape during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad on December 21. Vijendra Kumar had a narrow escape after a bullet pierced his bullet proof vest and got stuck in his wallet. While speaking to media, he said, "It happened yesterday (December 21) during the protests, I really feel like this is my second life."

Passive euthanasia: Chandigarh professor couple registers 'living will' in court

Chandigarh, Dec 22 (ANI): A retired professor couple based in Chandigarh has moved an advance directive in the local court that will let them state their wishes for their future medical care in case of a terminal illness. Retired Professor DN Jauhar and his wife Retired Professor Adarsh Jauhar have moved an advance directive (living will) in local court. The advance directive has been moved in the Chandigarh District Court. While speaking to ANI, Professor DN Jauhar said, "Passive euthanasia has become legal now." "You have to execute a document known as advance directive. You can call this living will, although this word has not been used in the judgement. We are perhaps the first people to move an advance directive," he added.

Study reveals excessive antibiotic prescriptions for children can harm their health

New Delhi, Dec 22 (ANI): While antibiotics are known for their properties to fight bacteria and are the most important type of antibacterial agent for fighting the bacterial infection, a new study suggests that excessive antibiotic prescriptions for children can harm their health. Excessive use of antibiotics contributes to the threat of antimicrobial resistance. Children in mid-low countries often fall sick frequently and they are overprescribed by antibiotics.

Sanjay Dutt attends producer Anand Pandit's birthday bash

Mumbai, Dec 22 (ANI): Actor Sanjay Dutt attended the birthday bash of film producer Anand Pandit. The theme of Anand's birthday was 'music fiesta'. Several faces from music industry were present at the party. 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' fame Shailesh Lodha was also present at the party. Anand cut his cake along with his family and Sanjay Dutt.

Virat Kohli's fan gets 16 tattoos inked on his body

Cuttack (Odisha), Dec 22 (ANI): Love of a fan has no limits. Pintu Behera, an ardent fan of Virat Kohli from Berhampur, has inked 16 permanent tattoos of the Indian cricket team skipper, including his Jersey No. 18, on his body. Behera said that he has spent over Rs one lakh over these tattoos. The 31-year-old said, "I am a cricket lover from my childhood and became a big fan of Virat Kohli because of his style of playing. So, I have decided to show my respect to him in this way. When I decided to make tattoos in 2016, I didn't have money. So I started saving money and got tattoos inked". He said that in October, he got the chance to meet the Indian captain during a Test match between India and South Africa at Visakhapatnam. "I didn't imagine that he would meet and hug me. It was a special moment for me. I had been waiting to meet him since 2016. Finally, I got the opportunity to meet him during Test Match between India and South Africa at Vishakhapattanam in October," he said.

Kriti Sanon, Siddhant Chaturvedi spotted outside Kwan Entertainment office

Mumbai, Dec 22 (ANI): Bollywood actors Kriti Sanon and Siddhant Chaturvedi were spotted outside the office of Kwan Entertainment in Mumbai. Kriti wore black and white top paired with blue jeans. She clicked pictures with a fan. 'Gully Boy' Siddhant wore black sweatshirt with black jeans. Kriti will be next seen in film 'Mimi' while Siddhant will be seen in 'Bunty Aur Babli 2'.

Fly tricolour outside homes to send message to BJP that they made 'black' law: Owaisi

Hyderabad, Dec 22 (ANI): AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi held a rally at Darussalam in Hyderabad on December 21. While addressing the rally, Owaisi requested people who are against National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) to put up national flag outside their homes. He said, "Whoever is against the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) should fly tricolour outside their homes. This will send a message to BJP that they have made a wrong and 'black' law".

Santa procession organised in Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Dec 22 (ANI): Ahead of the festival of Christmas, a Santa procession 2019 was organised in Thiruvananthapuram. People of all age participated in the parade and played various instruments. The parade was organised by St. Joseph's Cathedral. More than 3,000 santas participated in the festivities. Children dressed up as Santa to celebrate the festival. Kids played the tunes of 'Jingle Bells'. Christmas is celebrated in December 25, to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. The festival is a major cultural and religious event for people around the world.

Watch: Asaduddin Owaisi reads Preamble of the Constitution

Hyderabad, Dec 22 (ANI): People gathered at AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi's rally read Preamble of the Constitution along with him. The rally was organised over Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 at Darussalam in Hyderabad. Nationwide protests against CAA are being held since past few days.

Prabhu Deva, Remo D'Souza attend song launch of 'Muqabla'

Mumbai, Dec 22 (ANI): Song 'Muqabla' from upcoming film 'Street Dancer 3D' was launched in Mumbai. Prabhu Deva, Remo D'Souza along with producer Bhushan Kumar attended the song launch. Prabhu Deva shook his leg on the AR Rehman classic. All the celebs were seen posing for the shutterbugs. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Shraddha Kapoor and Prabhu Deva in lead roles. Film is set to hit the theatres on January 24, 2020.

People's voice is loud and clear, CAA must go: AASU chief advisor

Guwahati (Assam), Dec 21 (ANI): Supporting anti-CAA protests, All Assam Students' Union (AASU) chief advisor Samujjal Bhattacharya said that people's voice is loud and clear, and they want Citizenship Amendment Act to go."People's voice is loud and clear, Citizenship Amendment Act must go. It must be scrapped because it is protector of illegal Bangladeshis, violates historic Assam Accord, anti-North East, communal and unconstitutional," said Samujjal Bhattacharya.

BJP to connect with 3 crore families for its CAA campaign: Bhupender Yadav

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Addressing a press conference, BJP leader Bhupender Yadav said that BJP will launch its CAA campaign and contact over three crore families through it. "Our party has decided that in the coming 10 days we will launch a special campaign and contact over 3 crore families for Citizenship Amendment Act. We will hold press briefings in support of this Act at more than 250 places," said Bhupender Yadav.

CAA protests: 15 deaths, over 700 arrested in UP: Police

Lucknow (UP), Dec 21 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Lucknow, Praveen Kumar, Inspector General (Law and Order) for Lucknow, informed that 15 people have died while 705 are in custody since the protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act spread across the state. He said. "In protest against Citizenship Amendment Act since Dec 10 in state, 705 people arrested and around 4500 people released after preventive arrest.15 casualties have happened, and 263 police personnel were injured of which 57 personnel received fire arm injuries."