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Triple talaq bill is attack on Islam, will not accept it: TMC Minister Siddiqullah Chowdhury

Kolkata, 01 Aug (ANI): West Bengal Minister and President of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind West Bengal Unit Siddiqullah Chowdhury opposed to recently passed Triple Talaq Bill in Rajya Sabha. "It is a matter of grief; it is an attack on Islam. We will not accept it. When there will be central committee meeting, we'll decide on further course of action," said Siddiqullah Chowdhury. The Indian parliament has approved a bill (Women Protection of Rights on Marriage 2019) to end the Muslim practice of instant triple talaq or divorce two years after the Supreme Court said it violated the constitutional rights of Muslim women.

Devendra Fadnavis will be CM of Maharashtra again, says Rajnath Singh

Amravati (MH), 01 Aug (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that Devendra Fadnavis will be the Chief Minister of Maharashtra again. While addressing a public meeting in 'Maha Janadesh Yatra' in Maharashtra's Amravati, Bharatiya Janata Party's senior leader Rajnath Singh said, "Somebody was saying we have to win more than 200 seats this time around, but if BJP-Shiv Sena contest together then we should aim to win more than 250 seats and Devendra Fadnavis will be the Chief Minister again," Maharashtra will be facing assembly elections in coming months.

Bihar: Flood situation remains grim, locals allege no relief from govt

Darbhanga (Bihar), Aug 1 (ANI): Life has come to standstill in Hayaghat block in Bihar's Darbhanga due to incessant rain and floods. Several houses are submerged in water. Currently, boats are the primary mode of transport in the village. Over 134 people have lost their lives as floods wreaked havoc in multiple districts of Bihar. Around 1.25 lakh people have been evacuated from the flood-affected areas in the state so far. In total, 1,243 villages in the state are reeling under the calamity.

MUFG strengthens financial cooperation with Indonesian bank

Jakarta (Indonesia), Aug 01 (ANI): Economic growth in Indonesia is attracting international investments. Mitsubishi MUFG, Japan's largest bank is expanding its overseas investment and its partnership with Bank Danamon represents another milestone for its strategic plans in Asia. This partnership is also a strong testament to the Bank's optimism in Indonesia's long-term prospects and commitment to the ongoing development of its banking sector. MUFG has over 360 years of history and a global network of around 3,000 locations in more than 50 markets. It has been in Indonesia for more than 50 years since the opening of its branch in 1968. MUFG's partnership with Bank Danamon promises to usher a new era of collaboration and success between both the banks in the country. The two banks are strengthening their reach into the Indonesian financial sector through mutual cooperation. MUFG's commitment is to support both development of banking industry, and Indonesian economic growth.

Trying to ascertain veracity of reports, says MEA on detainment of former Maldives vice-president

New Delhi, Aug 01 (ANI): MEA on reports of detainment of former Vice President of Maldives Ahmed Adeeb Abdul Ghafoor in India, Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "We are trying to ascertain the veracity of the reports. We will contact their government and find out if these reports are true." Tuticorin Port (Tamil Nadu) Authority earlier said that they detained former vice-president of Maldives.

India retaliating strongly to ceasefire violations: J-K Governor Satya Pal Malik

Baramulla (J-K), 01 Aug (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's Governor Satya Pal Malik said on Thursday that they are giving 'suitable' reply to ceasefire violations by Pakistan. Satya Pal Malik was in Baramulla to inaugurate a Government Medical College. On being asked about people of Jammu and Kashmir's suffering because of ceasefire violations, Satya Pal Malik said, "We are giving them three times the number of problems they are giving to us." "They (Pakistan) will stop the violations within two to three days." he further added. Earlier on Tuesday, Pakistan violated ceasefire in Rajouri and Kupwara districts.

Unnao rape case: Doctors trying to stabilize survivor's condition without ventilator

Lucknow (UP), Aug 1 (ANI): King George's Medical University hospital's Trauma Center Media In-Charge Sandeep Tiwari on Thursday gave the health update of the Unnao rape case survivor today. He informed that today the doctors have given one trial of removing her from the ventilator and tomorrow they will also try once again. Tiwari also gave information about airlifting her to AIIMS and said that the hospital has no information about it but if the hospital gets orders about the same and it will act accordingly. "The doctors from Lohia hospital and SGPGI have also examined her and their opinion is also the same that the line of treatment is absolutely right and we should continue with that," said Tiwari. He also confirmed that the reports have been submitted to the Supreme Court through Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). On July 28, a truck rammed into the vehicle in which the Unnao rape survivor, her counsel and two aunts were travelling to Raebareli. While she and her lawyer sust

Rajnath Singh, CM Fadnavis hold 'Maha Janadesh Yatra' in Maharashtra's Amravati

Amravati (Maharashtra), Aug 01 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended 'Maha Janadesh Yatra' in Amravati on Thursday. He was accompanied by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. The first phase of Yatra will be held from Aug 01-09. Speaking at the event, CM Fadnavis said, "No government can abolish all problems in 5 yrs but I can claim that whatever the previous government did in 15 yrs, we did more than double of it in just 5 years. I challenge all in opposition to come in any state to have a discussion on development in past 15 years."

Rahul Gandhi is party's president, will definitely join CWC meeting: Randeep Surjewala

New Delhi, Aug 01 (ANI): A meeting of the Congress Working Committee (CWC) will take place after the Parliament session will get over, said the party's in-charge, Communications, Randeep Singh Surjewala on Thursday. On being asked about, will Rahul Gandhi join the CWC meeting? Surjewala said, "Rahul Gandhi is party's president, and will definitely join the CWC meeting." Surjewala also informed that no agenda has been decided yet for the meeting. Rahul had offered to step down from his post at the CWC meeting on May 25, taking moral responsibility for the party's drubbing in the 17th Lok Sabha elections. The Congress party has been facing difficult times after the massive defeat in the Lok Sabha elections.

CM Rupani holds meeting to review Vadodara's flood-like situation

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), Aug 01 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani held a meeting with senior officials in Gandhinagar on Thursday. The meet concerned flood-like situation in Vadodara. Heavy rainfall has created flash flood situation in the state. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel have been deployed in the state to aid commoners.

EAM Jaishankar meets High Representative of EU Federica Mogherini

Bangkok (Thailand), Aug 01 (ANI): External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar met Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs in Thailand's Bangkok today. Both leaders exchanged views on ways and means of further strengthening India-EU relations. The EAM reached Thailand to attend a host of engagements, including ASEAN-India Ministerial meeting.

NC delegation requested PM to hold assembly elections in J-K by year end

New Delhi, Aug 01 (ANI): A National Conference delegation, led by former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah requested Prime Minister to hold assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir by the year end. "It has been 1.5 years since a popular elected government (NDA) has governed Jammu and Kashmir. We want that an election to be held in the state before the year ends. People will be given a chance to make a decision. We will accept the mandate, whatever it may be," says former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah in a press conference.

Police arrests Abdullah Azam, SP supporters for violating Section 144

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 01 (ANI): Following the raid at Samajwadi Party MP Azam Khan's Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Uttar Pradesh's Rampur, SP supporters gathered outside Azam Khan's residence. They protested against raid alleging Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government's role in the matter. Subsequently, Section 144 (prohibits assembly of more than 5 people in an area) has been imposed in Rampur. Abdullah Azam Khan and his supporters were arrested by police for violating Section 144 in Rampur. Earlier, police had stopped SP workers in Moradabad, who were proceeding towards Rampur to protest against BJP government. Moreover, security has been increased outside Mohammad Ali Jauhar University.

Chhattisgarh's CM Bhupesh Baghel celebrates Hareli festival in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Aug 01 (ANI): Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel participated in Hareli festival (traditional festival for sowing) celebrations in Raipur on Thursday. This is the first time Chhattisgarh is celebrating Hareli festival. Chief Minister actively took part in the traditions. Several cabinet ministers and MLAs also joined the celebrations. Bhupesh Government has already declared holiday on the festival day. In spite of the demand, the previous BJP government did not declare this day as a holiday. Since the formation of Chhattisgarh, this festival has not been celebrated at such a large scale till date.

Happy Hour for School Kids!

The "Happiness Curriculum" launched by the Delhi government focuses on holistic education by including meditation, value education and mental exercises in conventional education curriculum. It has been introduced for the students of Nursery to Class 8 in government schools. Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi proposed on Wednesday the idea of introducing happiness classes across judicial academies in the country on the lines of the curriculum introduced by the Delhi government in its schools.

18-year-old girl commits suicide in UP's Gonda

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 01 (ANI): An 18-year-old girl committed suicide at her residence in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda on Wednesday. Victim's father has claimed that the girl was disturbed because of a boy from her locality, who was bothering her since last few months and a complaint was also given in this regard in past. While speaking to ANI, ADSP of Gonda, Mahendra Kumar said, "A girl has committed suicide by hanging herself inside her house. The post-mortem is being conducted. Her family has lodged a complaint. We have received a suicide note as well and the case is being probed." "In the suicide note, she has mentioned a name. All these aspects are being verified", he added. Girl's father said, "About 2.5 month ago, we had given a complaint at the police station but no action was taken. A boy from the locality was bothering her. My brother has given a complaint about it. We want that justice should be done." However, police denied having any knowledge of such a complaint while asser

ASEAN-India Ministerial Meet: ASEAN is a region of great importance for India, says EAM

Bangkok (Thailand), Aug 01 (ANI): ASEAN-India Ministerial Meeting held in Thailand's Bangkok today. External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Ministers of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nation) countries leaders posed during a family photo session. While speaking at ASEAN-India Ministerial Meeting, External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said, "For India, ASEAN is a region of great importance. It's associated with a policy choice we made decades ago. It's not just an important gateway into and out of Indian Ocean region but also one of the most economically and politically dynamic regions. We want to see a strong, unified and prosperous ASEAN playing a central role in the emerging dynamic of the Indo-Pacific as it contributes to India's prosperity as well."

Barabanki schoolgirl grills UP police on Unnao rape survivor case

Barabanki (UP), Aug 01 (ANI): A schoolgirl posed some tough questions to Uttar Pradesh police officials, who were delivering a lecture to students about women's safety. Citing Unnao rape survivor's case as a glaring example of alleged administrative failure to deliver justice and protect the victim, the schoolgirl on Wednesday questioned a police official about how law enforcers would guarantee the safety of those, who complain against "influential" persons, who harass or commit a crime against them. The reference was to the case of the Unnao rape survivor against a BJP legislator. Her schoolmates present in the hall responded to her pointed question with loud claps. On July 28, a truck rammed into the vehicle in which the Unnao rape survivor, her counsel and two aunts were travelling into Raebareli. While she and her lawyer sustained grievous injuries, her aunts were killed on the spot. The Unnao rape survivor and her lawyer, who is being treated at King George's Medical University ar

Engagement with ASEAN will remain critical element of India's Act East Policy: EAM Jaishankar

Bangkok (Thailand), Aug 01 (ANI): While speaking at ASEAN-India Ministerial Meeting in Bangkok, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said, "Our Prime Minister's enunciation at Shangri-La Dialogue in June 2018 of a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific of which India is an important part, we warmly welcome ASEAN's decision to articulate its own views of the concept. We see important elements of convergence especially from standpoint of principles and approach. This provides a roadmap to advance ASEAN-India strategic partnership in Indo-Pacific, particularly in areas of maritime cooperation, connectivity and achieving sustainable development goals. Engagement with ASEAN will remain critical element of India's Act East Policy and strategy."

Customer refuses to take order from 'non-Hindu' delivery guy, Zomato replied in full sass

Jabalpur (MP), Aug 01 (ANI): In a bizarre incident, a Zomato customer cancelled his order because of a 'non-Hindu' delivery guy. He tweeted Zomato to cancel the order. While, Zomato answered the customer back with a sassy reply and Twitter went gaga over the food delivery app.