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B-town celebs spotted in style at airport

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt was spotted outside Mumbai airport on November 30. She was looking pretty in neon shade attire. On work front, she will be next seen in 'Brahmastra' and 'Sadak 2'. Actress Disha Patani was also seen outside the airport. She was wearing black and white top with loose pants. On the other side, actor Varun Dhawan was also seen outside his father David Dhawan's office in Mumbai's Juhu area. He was seen wearing grey colour collar tees paired with blue denims. Varun will be next seen in 'Street Dancer'.

Lahaul-Spiti receives fresh spell of snowfall

Lahaul-Spiti (Himachal Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): The higher reaches in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti received fresh snowfall on November 30. The maximum snowfall was received in Kaza Valley of Lahaul-Spiti. The traffic was also disrupted in upper region of Himachal Pradesh following fresh snowfall.

Request Uttarakhand CM to take action against colleges who are harassing students: J-K Students Association

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Dec 01 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Dehradun on November 30, the spokesperson of Jammu - Kashmir Students Association, Nasir Khuehami said, "After the abrogation of Article 370, there was total clamp down in the Kashmir Valley so some students were stuck at home and couldn't report at their colleges on time." "Thereafter, colleges and universities imposed late fine on Kashmiri students. Penalising them is not justified. This is harassment," he added. "We request Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat to take action against such colleges who are harassing students and charging unnecessary fine," Nasir further stated.

Manushi Chhillar, Dino Morea showcase style statement at Mumbai airport

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Indian actress, model and Miss World 2017 winner Manushi Chhillar was spotted outside Mumbai airport on November 30. She was looking ravishing in high neck top paired with denim. Actress Kainaat Arora was also spotted outside the airport. She was seen wearing brown colour jacket paired with knee length boots. On the other side, stylish actor Dino Morea was also spotted outside the airport. He was looking dashing in blue colour hoodie with a backpack.

Air quality again in 'moderate' category in Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): A layer of smog blanket Delhi on December 01. Additionally, the air quality of national capital also took a major hit due to a combination of firecracker emissions, stubble burning and unfavourable meteorological conditions in past one month. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) data and System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), major pollutants in Delhi's Lodhi Road area were PM 2.5 at 120 and PM 10 at 123 both in 'moderate' category. Higher value of AQI indicates greater level of air pollution and health concern. Residents are feeling better now but still hoping more improvement in respiratory problems, allergies and other health issues. On November 01, the Supreme Court-mandated Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) declared public health emergency in Delhi due to rising air pollution levels.

3 minor girls charred to death after haystack catches fire in Odisha's Kalahandi

Kalahandi (Odisha), Dec 01 (ANI): Three minor girls were charred to death on November 30 in Odisha's Kalahandi district. The incident occurred while they were playing near a haystack that caught fire at Bijamara village in Kalahandi district. The deceased minors have been identified as twins Deizy, Rosy and Rachana Rout, all aged between four to five years. Soon after the incidents, they were rushed to Koksara Community Health Centre by the locals. However, they had sustained around 80 to 90 per cent burn injuries. They were then referred to Bhawanipatana district headquarters hospital as their condition worsened. One of them died on the way to the hospital while two others breathed their last while undergoing treatment at Bhawanipatana Hospital. While speaking to ANI, Dr Narayan De of Bhawanipatana Hospital said, "One of them was arrived dead while two others, who had sustained around 80 to 90 per cent of burn injuries. The two passed away half-an-hour after they were admitted to the

Indian culture incomplete without Tamil Nadu: JP Nadda

Tiruvallur (Tamil Nadu), Dec 01 (ANI): BJP working president JP Nadda on Saturday said that the Indian culture is incomplete without that of Tamil Nadu, which is full of "depth" and has given direction to the entire country as well."India feels proud to see the rich Tamil culture, which is full of depth and has given direction not only to Tamil Nadu but to the entire country. The Indian culture is incomplete without Tamil culture. Tamil is one of the most ancient language humanity has ever seen," said Nadda, while addressing a gathering in Tiruvallur.

Retirement for teachers who failed to prove ability: MP Education Min Prabhuram Chaudhari

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): The Education Minister of Madhya Pradesh Prabhuram Chaudhari has decided to take strict actions towards those teachers who failed in the exam conducted by the Department to test their ability. In press conference, Prabhuram said, "We gave retirement to 16 teachers under 20-50 formula, 2 teachers are under review. This is not a punishment but a rule that whoever, be it teacher or clerk who is not able to give his/her service, can be given retirement." He further said, "We took action against a total of 84 teachers to provide quality education for the children of Madhya Pradesh." Teachers who didn't fall into 20-50 formula are those who have not served for 20 years and are younger than 50 years.

Researchers discover new method to reduce chemo doses for patients

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Chemotherapy, which is a saviour for many cancer patients, is a painful treatment to undergo following which many patients quit it midways. But researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a method that delivers chemotherapy drugs directly to malignant cells and bypasses healthy ones. With this discovery, doctors aim to reduce chemo doses for patients, thereby reducing the unpleasant side-effects associated with the treatment. The findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology. The study focused on the selective expression of the TRPV2 protein by cancer cells. When activated, TRPV2 protein opens a canal inside cell membranes. Researchers studied liver cancer cells and were able to successfully insert a low dose of doxorubicin, a chemotherapeutic agent, through the canal and directly into cancer cells. Not only did the new method target cancer cells without harming healthy ones. In the future, the precision of this delivery

Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden welcomes giraffe after 8-year gap

Guwahati (Assam), Dec 01 (ANI): The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is an exchange programme between State Zoo and Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, Patna. The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden welcomed a female giraffe. The giraffe was approved by Central Zoo Authority, New Delhi. Giraffe is again the part of the zoo after a gap of 8 years. The giraffe was officially welcomed by State Minister for Environment and forest Parimal Suklabaidya.

Almost 37 women seen lying on floor at sterilisation camp in MP's Vidisha

Vidisha (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): Almost 37 women were seen lying on the floor, instead of hospital beds in MP's Vidisha. They were resting at a sterilisation camp at Lateri Community Health Center. Chief Medical and Health Officer, Dr KS Ahirwar said, "The matter will be investigated and action will be against the culprits."

Prakash Javadekar chairs meeting of State Forests Ministers on utilization of CAMPA funds

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Prakash Javadekar chaired a meeting of the State Forests Ministers on effective and efficient utilization of Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) funds in Delhi. Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Kumar Modi was also present in the meeting. In the meeting, Javadekar ensured that CAMPA Funds of about Rs. 47,000 crores will be utilized efficiently for green India.

Man challenges liquor ban in viral video, arrested by Sitamarhi Police

Sitamarhi (Bihar), Dec 01 (ANI): A video surfaced online where a man was seen with a liquor bottle challenging the liquor ban. The man was identified as Subhash Kumar. Later, Sitamarhi Police arrested him for making such mockery video. One of the police officials said, "Taking cognizance of viral videos, we have arrested him. During interrogation, he accepted that he has been making such videos."

Underwater loudspeakers can help restore coral reef

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Scientists have reportedly discovered a new tool that could help with coral reef restoration efforts. A team of researchers and marine biologists set up underwater loudspeakers to play recorded sounds of healthy reefs as an experiment to lure young fish to swim in areas where the coral had degraded, Cnet reports. The six-week experiment found that by playing healthy reef sound, the total number of fish arriving in the degraded coral areas doubled and also increased the number of species by 50 per cent.

India, Japan hold defence ministerial dialogue in Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 30 (ANI): India and Japan November 30 held Defence Ministerial Dialogue in Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Japanese delegation was led by Defence Minister Taro Kono. During the meeting, both the dignitaries discussed about boosting defence and security ties and other important issues.

Heavy downpour leads to water-logging in TN's Rameswaram

Rameswaram (TN), Nov 30 (ANI): Water-logging occurred in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram on November 30 following heavy rain in the region. Vehicular movement was disrupted following the incident. Several shops were also shut down in the area after heavy downpour. Normal life has been thrown out of gear.

Jharkhand Elections: 62.87% total voter turnout in first phase

Lohardaga (Jharkhand), Nov 30 (ANI): Total voter turnout for the first phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand was 62.87%. Process of packing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and VVPATs began in Lohardaga after the first phase concluded. First phase of polling in 13 constituencies began on November 30. The elections in Jharkhand will be held in five phases and the results will be out on December 23.

Bengaluru restaurants hit due to onion price surge

Bengaluru, Nov 30 (ANI): Several restaurants and canteens in Bengaluru have stopped serving Onion Dosa. Due to hike in the price of onions, budget hotels have reduced the usage of onions in the preparation of food. Speaking to ANI, a customer said, "The usage have of onions have been reduced in several restaurants due to fee hike. Even if want to eat onion Dosa we have to pay extra for it." "This is a matter of concern for all hoteliers; many small restaurants cannot use onions at this rate. So they have stopped using onions," said a hotelier in Bengaluru.

ABVP women wing protests against Hyderabad veterinary doctor rape murder case

Hyderabad, Nov 30 (ANI): ABVP women wing held protest condemning veterinarian's rape and murder incident. The 26-year-old doctor was raped and brutally murdered in Hyderabad. Police officials arrested four men in this brutal incident.

Watch: Clash breaks out between Congress, BJP candidates in Jharkhand's Palamu

Palamu (Jharkhand), Nov 30 (ANI): A clash broke out between BJP and Congress candidates in Jharkhand's Palamu on November 30. Congress candidate KN Tripathi brandished a gun during the clash. Tripathi was allegedly stopped by BJP candidate's supporters from going to polling booths in Kosiyara village of Palamu. The first phase of polling in 13 constituencies is underway in Jharkhand.