Lucknow (UP), Oct 19 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Lucknow on October 19, Uttar Pradesh DGP, OP Singh on Hindu Samaj Party chief, Kamlesh Tiwari murder case said, "Prima facie this was a radical killing, these people were radicalized by the speech that he (Kamlesh Tiwari) gave in 2015, but much more can come out when we catch hold of the remaining criminals." "All the security arrangements were made, he (Kamlesh Tiwari) was given a gunner and a policeman, both were there with him. There was no laxity on the part of the police administration," he added.
Lucknow (UP), Oct 19 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Lucknow on October 19, Uttar Pradesh DGP, OP Singh on Hindu Samaj Party chief, Kamlesh Tiwari murder case said, "A joint team of UP and Gujarat Police has detained 3 persons and interrogating them. Their names are Maulana Mohsin Sheikh, Faizan, and Khurshid Ahmed Pathan. Two other accused were also detained but released later, they are being monitored." "In the FIR, two people were named as conspirators - Maulana Anwarul Haq and Mufti Naeem Qazmi. These 2 have also been detained and they're being questioned. We'll monitor Gujarat, Bijnor, Lucknow and other places which will come up during investigation," he added.
Sirsa (Haryana), Oct 19 (ANI): Ahead of Haryana Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Sirsa on Oct 19. While addressing the rally, PM Modi said, "Delhi's sleeping government, kept making the situation in Kashmir worse. A part of us was snatched away - PoK was formed. Some years after, Sufi tradition was finished. Leaders in Delhi thought that if they look after 1-2 families, Kashmir will be looked after. First a part of us was given away, then Sufi culture was finished and then the system of discrimination with Jammu and Ladakh began. There was continuous injustice with Jammu, Ladakh, Kargil - lines of discrimination were drawn." He further said, "Then a move was made where Kashmiri Pandits were murdered in Kashmir, daughters were raped, and they were forced to leave Kashmir."
New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): During the recently held India-China informal meeting in the coastal town of Mamallapuram in South India, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had focused on ways to maintain peace and tranquillity on borders and agreed to work upon all differences that may lead to conflict, apart from discussing other regional and global issues. Speaking exclusively on Xi-Modi informal talks, Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong said, "India and China are committed to combating terrorism in all its forms and call on all countries to strengthen international cooperation in fighting terrorism." He further added, "China always believes that China and India should correctly view their differences, and never let differences dim the overall situation of bilateral cooperation." Speaking on the ways to maintain bilateral relationship between India and China, Weidong added, "China and India should have timely strategic communication on major issues, respect
Quetta (Pakistan), Oct 19 (ANI): Several student organisations under the banner of Students Educational Alliance continued their protests for the fourth consecutive day over alleged harassment and blackmail of students by some officials of Balochistan University. The demonstrators, who staged their protest outside the Quetta Press Club, alleged that the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the University of Balochistan (UoB) was responsible for the entire scandal as VC was the 'head of blackmailers and saviour of the culprits'. The protesting students marched through the campus to put pressure on the officials to take action against the culprits. Earlier on Wednesday, Professor Dr Kaleem Ullah Barech, representing the Academic Staff Association, while addressing a press conference, said: "The association has raised its voice against varsity administration, including its financial and ethical corruption, for last several years." The scandal came to light about a month ago after the Balochistan High
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Oct 19 (ANI): The southern state of Tamil Nadu is known for its rich natural and cultural heritage. With the onset of Northeast monsoon in Western Ghats, thousands of colorful butterflies have started migrating to state. Butterflies such as Bath White, Cabbage White, Clouded Yellow and many others have started migrating to Western Ghats foothill. These butterflies indulge in mud-puddling during the migration. They suck minerals from the wet land and fly away to lay eggs elsewhere. Locals claim that over 40 species of butterflies migrate to the state. Tamil Nadu has as many as 32 butterfly hotspots.
Indore (MP), Oct 19 (ANI): A poster has been seen on the issue of BJP's proposal to award Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar on the road in Indore on October 19. BJP has released their party manifesto ahead of Assembly elections in Maharashtra few days back. The posters have been allegedly put up by Congress leaders Vivek Khandelwal and Girish Joshi.
Mumbai, Oct 19 (ANI): Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative (PMC) Bank depositors held protest on October 19. The protest was held near the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) headquarters in Mumbai. Speaking to ANI, a protestor held RBI responsible for the bank scam. So far, three people have died amid the crisis that has hit the PMC Bank.
Sirsa (Haryana), Oct 19 (ANI): Ahead of Haryana Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Sirsa on Oct 19. While addressing the rally, PM Modi said, "The central government has decided that the new National Highway built from Kapurthala to Goindwal Sahib, near Tarn Taran, will now be known as 'Guru Nanak Dev ji Marg'. The distance and the obstacles between the holy place of our Guru Nanak Dev - Kartarpur Sahib and us, is now going to be eliminated. The helplessness to watch it through a pair of binoculars, for 70 yrs, is now being eliminated." He further said, "The Kartarpur corridor is almost complete now. This opportunity has come 7 decades after independence, 70 years went by. What can be a bigger misfortune than this that we had to see a holy place from afar, through a pair of binoculars?" He further said, "Were people responsible to mark line of partition in 1947, didn't think that devotees shouldn't be kept away from Guru by 4 km? Should Congres
Suryapet (Telangana), Oct 19 (ANI): Search operation underway to rescue six persons who went missing after their car fell into a water canal. The incident happened in Telangana's Suryapet on October 18. The family members of the missing persons reached the spot and are urging the authorities to escalate the rescue efforts. Further details are awaited.
Angul (Odisha), Oct 19 (ANI): Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan attended Bharatiya Janata Party's 'Gandhi Sankalp Yatra'. The yatra was held in Odisha's Angul. The nation-wide 'Gandhi Sankalp Yatra' aims to propagate ideals of Mahatma Gandhi to mark 150th birth anniversary. 'Sankalp Yatra' is a 120-day exercise and will end on January 31, 2020.
Nagpur (Maharashtra), Oct 19 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis held a roadshow in Nagpur on October 19. Several BJP followers came on road to show their support to the CM. CM Fadnavis is contesting from the Nagpur South-West seat. Assembly elections in Maharashtra will held on October 21 and results will be out on October 24.
Mumbai, Oct 19 (ANI): Bollywood mega star, Amitabh Bachchan discharged from a hospital in Mumbai on Oct 18 after being admitted here following routine check-ups. The 77-year-old actor had gone for a routine check-up at the hospital after experiencing some health issues on Wednesday. He, however, remained in the hospital for two days before being discharged on late Friday. Big B left hospital with wife Jaya Bachchan and son Abhishek.
New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): The air quality of the national capital continued to be in 'poor' category. A hazy morning was witnessed near Parliament House. According to Air Quality Index (AQI), major pollutants PM 2.5 was at 215 and PM 10 was at 221 on October 19. Earlier, CM Arvind Kejriwal had requested state governments to take measures as air quality is deteriorating day by day.
New Delhi, Oct 19 (ANI): Indian Army Chief, General Bipin Rawat flagged off the "The Ultimate Run", an event to honor the next of kin and disabled soldiers, organised by the Indian Army. Speaking on FATF's warning to Pakistan to swiftly move its action by 2020, Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said, "There is pressure on them. They have to take action. We would like them to work towards restoring peace. To be on such a 'Grey List' is a setback for any nation." Financial Action Task Force (FATF) warned Pakistan to swiftly move its action by 2020. FATF also warned Pak of 'blacklisting', if they failed to do so. As per FATF report, "There was consensus on retaining Pakistan in 'grey list' based on its poor performance on 27-point action plan."
Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam), Oct 19 (ANI): India's largest passenger carrier IndiGo on Friday commenced direct daily operations between Kolkata and Ho Chi Minh City, the commercial capital of Vietnam. While speaking to ANI, IndiGo's Associate Director, Arvind Bhandari said, "We are launching our second flight to Vietnam. Our first flight response was fantastic and today we are connecting to the second city of Vietnam. We are happy about it." At present, the airline is on a massive international expansion plan. It has already launched 4 flights in the last 5 weeks to Myanmar, China, Vietnam and Kuwait. Currently, it flies to 60 domestic and 23 international routes.
Manila (Philippines), Oct 19 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind met President of Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte on October 18 in Philippines's Manila. The five-day-long visit has been organised at the invitation of Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte and will carry forward the high-level engagements between the two countries. President Kovind also signed the visitor's book. India and the Philippines signed four agreements covering maritime domain, security, tourism, science and technology and culture.
Hamirpur (UP), Oct 19 (ANI): In a first, Hamirpur District Jail authority has started radio service for inmates to promote a positive feeling among all those serving sentence for different crimes. "In morning 'bhajans' are played and in afternoon songs as per inmates' choice are played. Useful information is broadcasted in the evening." Vinay Prakash Tiwari, Jail Superintendent told ANI.
Manila (Philippines), Oct 19 (ANI): India and Philippines signed four agreements covering maritime domain, security, tourism, science and technology and culture. President Ram Nath Kovind led the delegation level talks with President of Philippines Rodrigo Duterte in Manila. President Ram Nath Kovind in Philippines's Manila stated both the countries have been a victim of terrorism and are committed to work closely to eliminate terrorism. President Kovind along with his wife Savita Kovind is on a five-day state visit to Philippines. The visit has been organised at the invitation of Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte.
Kathua (J-K), Oct 19 (ANI): As the state of Jammu and Kashmir is going to witness first- ever Block development Council (BDC) elections on October 24, Panchayat members hope that pace of development will further be enhanced after the polls. While speaking to ANI, Sarpanch of Panchayat Amala said, "Women are taking part in BDC election. And we can take an eye on money utilization." The BDC elections are due to be held for the first time in the history of Jammu and Kashmir on October 24.