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Watch: Amit Shah vs Adhir Chowdhury on CAB in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 09 (ANI): Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha, Adhir Chowdhury, on December 09 said that Citizenship (Amendment) Bill is nothing but a targeted legislation on minorities of India. The Opposition parties are condemning the Bill as it is "against" a particular community. Union Home Minister Amit Shah countered Chowdhury by saying, "This Bill is not even .001% against minorities in the country."

Siddaramaiah resigns as Congress Legislative Party leader in Karnataka

Bengaluru, Dec 09 (ANI): Former chief minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, resigned as Congress Legislative Party leader on December 09, following disappointed results in bypolls. "As a leader of legislative party, I need to respect democracy. I have resigned as Congress Legislative Party leader. I have submitted my resignation to Sonia Gandhi," said Siddaramaiah in a press conference.

Karnataka by-polls result: Example of political stability is in front of us, says PM Modi

Hazaribag (Jharkhand), Dec 09 (ANI): Speaking at a public gathering in Jharkhand's Hazaribag on Karnataka by-polls result, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "What the country thinks about political stability and for this how much the country trusts BJP, an example of that is in front of us today, BJP is leading on most seats. I express my gratitude towards people of Karnataka,".

People stage protest against CAB 2019 in Tripura's Agartala

Agartala (Tripura), Dec 09 (ANI): People staged protest in Tripura's Agartala against Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 on Dec 09. CAB, which seeks to give Indian citizenship to Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians. Later, the protesters were detained. The government is set to introduce CAB 2019 in Lok Sabha today.

BJP demands apology from two Congress MPs over 'misconduct' with Smriti Irani

New Delhi, Dec 09 (ANI): The BJP on December 09 demanded an apology from two Congress MPs for their alleged misconduct with Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani in Lok Sabha on December 06. Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi demanded an apology from the Congress MPs during the Lok Sabha session on December 08.

Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi over rising crimes against women

Hazaribag (Jharkhand), Dec 09 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at an election rally in Hazaribag, Jharkhand slammed PM Narendra Modi over rising crimes against women. Speaking at the event, Rahul Gandhi said, "Today, women in our country cannot step outside without fear. 'Kaisi raksha kar rahe ho aap, Pradhan Mantri ji'?"

Puducherry CM gifts onions to party workers on Sonia Gandhi's birthday

Puducherry, Dec 09 (ANI): On the occasion of Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi's birthday, Chief Minister of Puducherry, V. Narayanasamy, gifted onions to party workers. He gifted 1 kilogram of onions each to party workers at state office headquarters in Puducherry as a mark of protest against price rise. Onion prices touched Rs 200/kg in several markets of the country.

Protesters vandalise Jaipur theatre for 'wrong portrayal' of Maharaja Surajmal in 'Panipat'

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Dec 09 (ANI): Protesters vandalised a theatre in Jaipur alleging that Maharaja Surajmal has been "wrongly portrayed" in the movie 'Panipat'. The movie has hurt the sentiments of Jat community, the protestors underlined. The period film was released on December 06 across the country.

SBI cuts MCLR rate by 10 bps for one-year loan: How it benefits you

The country’s largest lender, State Bank of India, has cut its marginal cost of fund-based lending rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points for loans with a one-year tenure to 7.9 per cent, effective December 10. This is the eighth consecutive cut in MCLR in the current financial year (2019-2020), SBI said in a statement. Last month it had reduced MCLR by five basis points.

Locals protest after body of minor girl found in Nagpur

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Dec 09 (ANI): People in Nagpur held protest after body of a 5-year-old girl was found in Maharashtra's Kalmeshwar area on December 08. A 32-year-man is accused of allegedly attempting to rape and killing the girl. A case has been registered and the accused has been arrested.

Veterans spark and shine at Screen Awards

Mumbai, Dec 09 (ANI): Screen Awards was a star-studded event in Mumbai. Superstar Jitendra looked dapper in black bandhgala suit at the event. Evergreen Rekha flaunted her signature saree look with gajras and looked every bit of beautiful. Veteran actor Padmini Kolhapure looked beautiful in onion pink saree. Former Miss India Poonam Dhillon also came at the event in her best attire. Notable actor Kamini Kaushal also marked her presence at the event

Bangladesh Navy Chief receives guard of honour in Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 09 (ANI): Bangladesh Navy Chief Admiral Aurangzeb Chowdhury received guard of honour in Delhi on Dec 08. He met Indian Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh. He is on a five-day visit to India. He will also visit Naval institutions outside Delhi including the Southern Naval Command in Kochi where he will see the training methods of the Indian Navy. Admiral Chowdhury will also visit the Eastern Naval Command in Vishakhapatnam where he will visit warships.

Accept defeat but won't be disheartened: DK Shivakumar on Karnataka by-polls results

Bengaluru, Dec 09 (ANI): The counting of votes for by-elections is underway in Karnataka. As per EC trends, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading on 12 seats, Congress is leading on 2 seats and Independent is leading on 1 seat. Speaking on the results, Congress leader DK Shivakumar said, "We have to agree with the mandate of the voters of these 15 constituencies. But I could see that the people of Karnataka have accepted the defectors. Ultimately, we have accepted defeat, I don't think we have to be disheartened. And, I believe that by-elections are different to general

Ranveer Singh gets goofy with Sara, Shahid at Screen Awards

Mumbai, Dec 09 (ANI): Known for power-packed performance and high energy spirit, Ranveer Singh was in the house for 'Screen Awards'. He looked dapper in his 'OTT' all-black style and whacky sunglasses. He was seen getting goofy with his 'Simbba' co-star Sara Ali Khan. The duo danced together and were seen having fun at the red carpet event. Ranveer bromanced with his 'Padmaavat' co-star Shahid at the event. While, Ranveer was also seen having fun with his 'Gully Boy' co-star Siddhant Chaturvedi.

Chhattisgarh man alleges social boycott by villagers

Jashpur (Chhattisgarh), Dec 09 (ANI): Uttam of Ara Ketar village, Jashpur has alleged social boycott by villagers after a dispute with manager of school he was running. Speaking to media, he said, "No one is speaking to us or helping us, and a person will have to pay a fine of Rs 5000 if they speak to us." Jashpur Superintendent of Police, Shankar Baghel said, "We are investigating the incident and action will be taken accordingly."

CAB will get nod from both the Houses of Parliament: Pralhad Joshi

New Delhi, Dec 09 (ANI): Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 is to be introduced in the Lok Sabha after Question Hour. The Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Pralhad Joshi said that the bill will get nod from both the Houses of the Parliament. Speaking on CAB, Joshi said, "This bill is in the interest of North-East states and the country." He further said, "Those who have misconception or misunderstanding regarding CAB, we will try to convince them. It is in favour of North-East and the country."

Watch: Locals thrash couple over love affair in Madhya Pradesh

Bhind (MP), Dec 09 (ANI): A man and a woman were thrashed by locals in Madhya Pradesh's Bhind on December 08. They were allegedly beaten up by locals over their love affair. The video went viral on social media.

CAB 2019: Bill is against Constitution and Hindu-Muslim unity, says AUDF president

New Delhi, Dec 09 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Citizenship Amendment Bill 2019 which is going to be tabled in Lok Sabha by Home Minister Amit Shah on Dec 09, President of All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) and Lok Sabha MP from Assam's Dhubri said that the bill is against the Constitution and against the Hindu-Muslim unity. "This bill is against the Constitution and against the Hindu-Muslim unity. We will reject this bill and Opposition is with us on it. We will not let this bill pass," said Badruddin Ajmal

Honey trap case: IMC demolishes building belonging to accused Jitu Soni

Indore (MP), Dec 09 (ANI): A building belonging to accused Jitu Soni in Indore Honey trap matter was demolished by Indore Municipal Corporation. Earlier on December 05, IMC had demolished three properties associated with Jitu Soni.

Himesh Reshammiya performs at 'Happy Hardy and Heer' concert in Mumbai

Mumbai, Dec 09 (ANI): Bollywood singer Himesh Reshammiya attended 'Happy Hardy and Heer' concert in Malad, Mumbai. Speaking to the media, Bollywood singer said, "People do come in my concert to enjoy my music, but it is special when they come for a social cause". 'Happy Hardy and Heer' starring Himesh Reshammiya and actress Sonia Mann will be released on January 31 next year. This will be the first time Himesh will be seen in a double role.