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District Food and Supplies Dept seized 'Paneer' worth Rs 10 lakh from 4 vehicles in Greater Noida

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 22 (ANI): The festive season poses a problem for the Health Department across nation. The District Food and Supplies Department has seized four vehicles with adulterated food items in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida on October 21. Adulterated 'Paneer' worth Rs 10 lakh was seized from four vehicles. The quantity of the paneer was around 4000 kg. The entire operation was conducted under the supervision of SDM Dadri and District Administrator of GautamBuddha Nagar. While speaking to ANI, the Food Safety Officer Rakesh Kumar said, "There were four vehicles in which we have seized around 4000 kg of 'paneer'. The amount of 'paneer' is worth Rs 10 Lakh. The seize operation was conducted under the supervision of SDM Dadri and District Administrator of Gautambuddha Nagar." "We have taken the samples and will send it into laboratories for check-up. Further, on the basis of report we will take action on this matter," he added. The adulterated food was being taken

Buyers invest in unique items ahead of Dhanteras

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 22 (ANI): Ahead of the festival of Dhanteras, special currency is being sold in the market. Customers purchase precious metals on Dhanteras with the belief that it will bring prosperity. A huge variety of silver items is available in the market to be purchased by the customers. Except utensils, silver notes are also available in the market. These precious metals are used for gifting purpose and for investment. One of the shopkeepers said, "People have increasingly started purchasing silver after government regulated hallmark rule."

Painting exhibition held in Delhi on 'Glory of Guru Nanak'

New Delhi, Oct 22 (ANI): A painting exhibition was held in national capital on the life of Guru Nanak Dev. The exhibition was held on the theme of 'Glory of Guru Nanak'. The exhibition was inaugurated by Union Minister Prahlad Singh Patel. 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak is being celebrated this year worldwide.

I am no subordinate to state govt: WB Governor lashes out after being denied permission to meet officials

Kolkata, Oct 22 (ANI): Governor of West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankhar tirade his guns at the state government after his meeting with state officials was cancelled citing the absence of permission from state government. Dhankhar said, "Is it an appropriate step to be taken, that when the government of that state wants to meet someone there has to be censorship? There has to be approval? There is permission from the state government? I am no subordinate to the state government." Jagdeep Dhankhar had called for a meeting on October 22 with state officials such as Member of Parliaments (MP) and District Magistrate (DM). His meeting could not be arranged without the permission of state government.

'Khadi' fashion show organised in Mangaluru to mark 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Oct 22 (ANI): As the entire world is celebrating Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary, a unique initiative was taken in Mangaluru to mark the special occasion. A 'Khadi' fashion show was organised in the city which was appropriately named 'Desi Walk'. Promoting the handloom, models walked the ramp in different ethnic outfits. The highlight of the show was a ramp walk by kids. The show was held with the intention of promoting homemade products.

Trees painted with colours as part of beautification drive in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 22 (ANI): In a unique initiative, trees in Gomti Nagar's Rajiv Gandhi ward are being painted with different colours as part of the beautification drive. Artists also drew cartoon characters, yoga poses and social messages like 'Save Trees'. It is ensured that the colours being used won't cause any harm to the trees. Some walls in the area have also been painted with street art showcasing the culture of Lucknow. The beautification drive is also spreading the message of cleanliness.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 8 unboxing, specs, price, and more

Successors to the Redmi Note 7-series smartphones, the Redmi Note 8 and the Redmi Note 8 Pro are Xiaomi’s first smartphones with quad-camera set-up on their back. The Pro model is also the company’s first to boast a 64-megapixel primary camera and a gaming-centric MediaTek Helio G90T mobile processor.

Obsolete laws: Did you know you could be jailed for flying kites inappropriately?

From rules on negligent kite flying to those on failing to answer calls to fight locusts, these five laws might now be past their utility

Samsung to end Linux on DeX with Android 10

New Delhi, Oct 22 (ANI): Samsung has announced that with Android 10 update, its smartphones will not support Linux on DeX beta program. DeX which turns Samsung phone into a PC, will not be supported using the open-source OS as a desktop environment for Linux, Engadget reports. It isn't clear why Samsung is shutting down Linux support as it was the only way for fans to run the full-fledged Ubuntu Linux desktop OS on their phone. Meanwhile, Samsung recently enabled desktop-style Macs and Windows PCs spaces for DeX.

Human body resists antibiotics for treating harmful bacteria for multiple stomach conditions: Study

New Delhi, Oct 22 (ANI): A recent study has discovered that the human body starts getting resistant to antibiotics for treating harmful bacteria for a variety of stomach conditions, and the changes have more than doubled in 20 years. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop the ability to survive exposure to medications designed to kill or halt their growth. It is one of the greatest threats to global health today, causing more than 750,000 deaths every year and, without urgent action, this number is expected to rise dramatically in the future. The research was presented today at UEG Week Barcelona 2019. The study analysed 1,232 patients from 18 countries across Europe, investigated resistance to antibiotics regularly taken for 'helicobacter pylori' (H. pylori) infection, a harmful bacterium associated with gastric ulcer, lymphoma, and gastric cancer. Presenting the study, lead researcher Prof Francis Megraud explained: " 'H pylori infection is already a complex condition to

106-year-old man casts vote for Balha assembly by-poll in UP

Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 21 (ANI): Harsh Singh, a 106-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich exercised his franchise by casting his vote for the by-poll in Balha assembly constituency on October 21. Voting for By-polls in 51 assembly segments, other than the two major states of Haryana and Maharashtra, is underway. Results will be declared on October 24.

'Siachen area now open for tourists': Rajnath Singh inaugurate bridge in Ladakh

Ladakh, Oct 21 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 'Colonel Chewang Rinchen Bridge' at Shyok River in Ladakh on October 21. Speaking at the event, he said, "Delighted to dedicate to nation the newly constructed 'Colonel Chewang Rinchen Bridge' at Shyok River, Ladakh. It will not only provide all weather connectivity in the region but also be a strategic asset in border areas." He further announced the opening of Siachen area for tourism. He said, "Siachen area is now open for tourists and tourism. From Siachen Base Camp to Kumar Post, entire area has been opened for tourism purpose."

Wreath laying ceremony of soldiers killed in ceasefire violation by Pak held at Palam Airport

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): The wreath laying ceremony of security personnel Padam Bahadur Shrestha and Gamil Kumar Shrestha was performed at Palam airport on October 21. The jawans were killed after Pakistan restored to unprovoked firing along the LoC in Tangdhar sector in Jammu and Kashmir on late night of October 19. The two soldiers belonged to the Gorkha Rifles. Vice Army Chief Lt Gen MM Naravane and other top officials of the Army paid their last respects to the brave hearts. After the ceremony, the mortal remains were sent to their native places.

India, China handled 'perceptional differences' with great maturity: Rajnath Singh

Ladakh, Oct 21 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 'Colonel Chewang Rinchen Bridge' at Shyok River in Ladakh on October 21. Speaking on the shared border of India and China, Singh said, "India shares cordial relations with China. There are perceptional differences between both the countries on boundary issue but the issue has been handled with great maturity and responsibly. Both the countries have not allowed the situation to escalate or go out of hand." He further added, "Kashmir is India's internal and integral matter. Even the Chinese President Xi Jinping did not mention Kashmir in his meeting with PM Narendra Modi in Mahabalipuram. China's recent statement for action against terror is also significant."

NMCG organises International Workshop on environmental flows assessment

New Delhi (ANI) Oct 21 (ANI): The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is organizing a two-day workshop in New Delhi to enhance and share its knowledge in the integrated River Basin Management. European experts at the subject have also participated in the workshop that aims to tackle the challenges in terms of management of water quality and quantity in river basins in India. The successful implementation of e-flows will contribute to successful river basin management. A guidance document on the 'Assessment of Environmental flows in India' is being developed as a part of the India-EU Water Partnership Action Plan. Currently, a growing number of organisations and people are involved in research and development of e-flows assessment in India. A rich variety of cutting-edge topics and expert speakers from various backgrounds have participated in the workshop to ponder and provide solutions regarding e-flows assessment and implementation. There are many efforts underway to collect integ

Maharashtra polls: Salman Khan, Arjun Kapoor cast their vote in Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 21 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan cast his vote in Mumbai on October 21 for the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Actor Arjun Kapoor also exercised his franchise for the state polls. Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor who returned to India after year of treatment in New York, also exercised his franchise by casting the vote. Voting is underway in the state of Maharashtra and Haryana today. The result of the elections will be declared on October 24.

Interest of domestic industry will be protected before trade deal with US: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal attended US-India Strategic Partnership Forum's 2nd Annual India Leadership Summit in national capital. Speaking to media persons during the event, Goyal said, "Every interest of domestic industry has to be protected before we execute any free trade agreement. Our national interest is protected first before any agreement is entered into." Further adding on India-US trade negotiations, he said, "Trade negations are complex, but it is on track. Everything is going smoothly."

Box explosion at Hubli Railway Station in Karnataka, one injured

Hubli (Karnataka), Oct 21 (ANI): A box exploded at Hubli Railway Station on October 21. One person was injured in the blast, and he has been admitted to hospital. Police and Railway Protection Force (RPF) are at the spot.

Esha Deol hosts birthday party of daughter Radhya in Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 21 (ANI): Bollywood actress Esha Deol hosted birthday party of her daughter Radhya in Mumbai on October 20. Radhya turned 2-year-old on October 20. Esha's sibling Ahana Deol came in with her husband Vaibhav Vohra and kid to grace the party. Radhya's maternal grandmother Hema Malini also came in to bless her on the occasion. Esha Deol was seen posing with her hubby Bharat Takhtani and daughters Miraya and Radhya. Costume Designer Nishka Lulla, Soha Ali Khan came along with their kids. Taimur Ali Khan came with his nanny on the occasion.

We will completely destroy terror camps in Pakistan: J-K Governor

Srinagar (J-K), Oct 21 (ANI): After Indian Army destroyed three terror camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and killed 6-10 Pakistan soldiers in response to the repeated ceasefire violations by Pakistan, Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik said, India will completely destroy all the terrorist camps, and if they don't get rid of it, we will inter PoK to get the job done. "Terrorist camps ko hum bilkul barbaad kar denge, aur agar ye nahi baaz aaye to hum andar jayenge," said Malik.