Pahalgam (J and K), Nov 12 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam witnessed its first snowfall of the season. Tourists visit Pahalgam as the region received snowfall. People were seen enjoying the snowfall.
Bengaluru, Nov 12 (ANI): A stray dog was shot three times with an air gun by a resident of Jayanagar in Bengaluru. An FIR has been registered against the culprit. The dog is being treated at pet house.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): A green corridor was provided from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Fortis Hospital in Okhla for transportation of a human heart. Heart was brought from Andhra Pradesh's Vijayawada on November 12. A distance of 22.5 kms was covered in 19.5 minutes from airport to the hospital.
Sultanpur Lodhi (Punjab), Nov 12 (ANI): Ber Sahib Gurdwara in Punjab's Sultanpur Lodhi illuminated ahead of Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary on November 11. Devotees gathered at Ber Sahib Gurdwara to offer prayers on the eve of 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. Guru Nanak Dev had spent 14 years of his early life at Sultanpur Lodhi and used to take daily bath in holy rivulet Kali Bein. Meanwhile, in Delhi, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib and Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib were also illuminated ahead of Prakash Parv.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Slum area of Delhi came alive after artists painted the walls. As many as 15 artists from Delhi Street Art have painted murals on walls of the houses in Raghubir Nagar by giving it different themes. Since the beautification, the area has become quite famous among people for photoshoot.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Instagram has started hiding the Like count on posts as part of an experiment. As Cnet reports, Instagram has started hiding the like count for users in the US.
Onboard, Nov 12 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik took aerial survey of Cyclone Bulbul affected areas on November 11. The CM has ordered the officials to step up the restoration work. Normal life has been affected due to the cyclonic storm. Cyclone bulbul has damaged the crops and houses.
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh), Nov 12 (ANI): The Dalai Lama led an interactive session on "Cultivating Compassion in the Next Generation" with a delegation from Washington State at his residence on November 11. The discussion was led by the Lieutenant Governor of Washington State, Cyrus Habib. The discussion saw the involvement of youth and community leaders from Washington State.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): People who experience cardiac arrests during weekends have fewer chances of survival, compared to those who undergo the same medical emergency over weekdays, claims a study. The preliminary research was presented at the American Heart Association's Resuscitation Science Symposium 2019 in Philadelphia.
New Delhi, Nov 12 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu released a special publication on Shri JRD Tata on the occasion of 21st ASSOCHAM JRD Tata Memorial Lecture in Delhi on Nov 11. While addressing the event, he said that India has the potential to emerge as one of the leading economies in the next 10 years. "The fundamentals of Indian economy are strong and with the government committed to pursuing various reforms, India has the potential to emerge as one of the leading economies in the next 10 years," said the Vice President.
Bandipora (J-K), Nov 11 (ANI): Two terrorists have been neutralised by the security forces in Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir on November 11. The gun fight took place in Lawdara village. Arms and ammunition have also been seized. According to IGP of Kashmir zone, S.P Pani, the operation was based on specific information and both terrorists were linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba. One terrorist has been identified and probe is underway.
Mumbai, Nov 11 (ANI): While addressing a press conference after meeting the Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari in Mumbai on November 11, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray said, "We told the governor that we are willing to form the government. We asked him for at least two days time but we weren't given time. The claim (to form government) wasn't denied but the time was. We will continue to put in efforts to form government in the state." "Both parties (Congress-NCP) have been speaking to us and MLAs have been speaking to us. As talks are on, as 2nd largest party it was our right to come here," he added. "We have expressed our willingness to form government and we have asked for extension of 48 hours to fulfill our procedure," he further stated.
New Delhi, Nov 11 (ANI): Speaking on the protest by JNU students, Delhi Police PRO Mandeep S Randhawa on November 11 said that the police, while exercising restraint, have kept the situation under control. "We are in contact with Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) authorities as well as students. Our talks with the students are on," said Randhawa. A massive scuffle broke out between the protesting students and police outside Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus in the national capital on November 11. The protest was organised by Jawaharlal Nehru Students' Union (JNUSU) over various issues including hostel fee hike.
New Delhi, Nov 11 (ANI): Congress general secretary Mallikarjun Kharge on November 11 said that further discussion on alliance between Congress and Shiv Sena for forming the government in Maharashtra will take place tomorrow on November 12. "Discussion will take place in Mumbai tomorrow," said Kharge. He added that Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi had spoken to Sharad Pawar. "We've already issued a press note and we've mentioned that we've already discussed with working committee members and our PCC leaders. Our AICC President has spoken to Sharad Pawar ji," said Kharge. The development came just after Shiv Sena's Aaditya Thackeray met Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai.
Mumbai, Nov 11 (ANI): Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar was brought back home after being treated for chest infection at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on November 11. She was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the hospital after she complained of difficulty in breathing during the early hours of Monday. According to team of Mangeshkar, Anusha Srinivasan Iyer said, "She had viral chest congestion and keeping her age in mind as a precautionary measure. She has checked in to Breach Candy Hospital in order to ensure antibiotics on time to prevent any more infection. She is stable and recovering."
Udhampur (J-K), Nov 11 (ANI): Vehicular movement between Jammu and Srinagar continues to remain suspended following a landslide on the NH-44 near Digdole in Ramban district. The state administration is clearing the debris. Hundreds of vehicles are stranded on both ends of the blocked site on the NH-44.
Mumbai, Nov 11 (ANI): Amid Maharashtra government formation tussle, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray and other leaders of the party met Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai on November 11. Earlier, Uddhav Thackeray had a telephonic conversation with Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi. In the latest development, three of the independent candidates extended their support to Shiv Sena. Shiv Sena and Congress conversation took place amid efforts to form a government after BJP, which emerged as the single-largest party in Maharashtra assembly polls with 105 seats, declined to form the government following differences with Shiv Sena on power sharing. After BJP declined to form the government, Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari had asked Shiv Sena about its ability to form government in the state.
Ayodhya (UP), Nov 11 (ANI): After the Supreme Court's verdict in Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case, a beautiful evening 'aarti' was performed on the banks of Sarayu river on November 11 in Ayodhya. The priests followed the devotional ritual of 'aarti' using brass burner lamp. Hundreds of devotees participated in the 'aarti'. The Supreme Court on November 09 directed the Central government to hand over the disputed site at Ayodhya for the construction of a temple and set up a trust for the purpose. The apex court further directed the central government to give a suitable plot of land measuring five acres in Ayodhya to the Sunni Waqf Board.
New Delhi, Nov 11 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Maharashtra political crisis, Shiv Sena leader Arvind Sawant said, "You will get to know his (Aaditya Thackeray) potential if you watch him on YouTube. What a potential that young boy is having and there is a true leadership." "He is a visionary leader of the country," he added.
New Delhi, Nov 11 (ANI): A scuffle broke out between the police and protesting students outside JNU campus in Delhi on Nov 11. A dramatic protest is being held at the campus over several issues including fee hike.