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1 dead, 2 injured in house collapse after continuous rain in JandK's Udhampur

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir), Jul 31 (ANI): Incessant rain has created havoc in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur. Several houses have collapsed in the area leading to loss of property. One person died and two injured in house collapse due to continuous rainfall. Injured people are being treated at the district hospital. Rainstorm and rainfall have brought local life on standstill.

Local political leaders are creating environment of fear in JandK: Ram Madhav

Srinagar (JandK), July 31 (ANI): While addressing the press conference, Ram Madhav, National General Secretary, BJP said, "Local political leaders are creating an environment of fear here (JandK) for their selfish motives. Steps being taken by centre are in accordance with situation here. Security forces being deployed or taken back from JandK, especially Kashmir is a continuous process."He added, "Extra forces are deployed here during Amarnath Yatra, we also have to conduct block-level elections. But linking this to something else is only due to selfish motives. They are doing drama to protect themselves, now when action against corruption is being taken."

ISRO to set up Technical Liaison Unit in Moscow

New Delhi, July 31 (ANI): Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Prakash Javadekar made an announcement that India will have a Technical Liaison Unit of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Moscow. While addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Prakash Javadekar said, "We have decided to have a Technical Liaison Unit of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Moscow. The unit will collaborate with Space agencies/industries in Russia and neighbouring countries for mutually synergetic outcomes. The Cabinet has approved memorandum of understanding (MoU) between ISRO and the Bolivian Space Agency on Cooperation in the exploration and uses of outer space for peaceful purposes.

Roof of Bank of Maharashtra's branch collapses in Solapur, 20 feared trapped

Solapur (Maharashtra), July 31 (ANI): The roof of the building that houses Bank of Maharashtra's branch in Solapur has been collapsed today. Around 20 people are feared trapped and 10 people have been evacuated from the spot. More details are awaited in this regard. Rescue operation is underway.

Triple Talaq Bill passed: Procedure of providing justice to women has started, says Meenakashi Lekhi

New Delhi, July 31 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Triple Talaq Bill which was passed in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Meenakashi Lekhi said, "The procedure of providing justice to women has been started now. All the communal powers have already gone to Pakistan and in our country people with only secular demeanour lives." "I am very glad that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah has done something which no one could predict. The support that we have got in Rajya Sabha is an effect of great strategy," she added.

Special prayers held for cows at Vaigai river bed

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Jul 31 (ANI): 'Vaigai Peru Vizha' festival celebration began in Tamil Nadu's Madurai. It is a 12-day festival held at river bed of Vaigai. On the 8th day of celebration, special prayers were held for cows. 60 cows were garlanded and were smeared tilak. Hundreds of devotees thronged temple to participate in the festival.

Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa launches combat-based mobile game 'Indian Air Force: A cut above'

New Delhi, July 31 (ANI): The Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa has launched a combat-based mobile game "Indian Air Force: A cut above" today. BS Dhanoa launched the mobile game in the national capital. This mobile game was launched to make the youth aware about IAF and also to encourage them to join the forces.

Family of Unnao rape case survivor don't believe in administration anymore: Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 31 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Unnao rape case victim's accident, former chief minister of Uttar Pradesh and Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav said, "Yesterday, I met the family (Unnao rape survivor's family) and they are in immense pain. They do not believe the administration anymore because they have struggled since day one and now they want justice. We are hopeful that government will give them justice.

Doctors stage protest against NMC bill in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, July 31 (ANI): Doctors held protest at Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad on Wednesday. They were protesting against the National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill, 2019. The NMC Bill was introduced in Lok Sabha on July 22. The bill provides for setting up of a NMC in place of Medical Council of India (MCI) and repeal the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. "

Shivendra Bhosale, Sandeep Naik and Chitra Wagh join BJP in presence of Devendra Fadnavis

Mumbai, July 31 (ANI): Former NCP leader Shivendra Raje Bhosale joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday. Sandeep Naik and Chitra Wagh also joined BJP. They all joined the party in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. "

Sunderbani encounter: Last rites of Naik Krishan Lal performed at his hometown in JandK's Akhnoor

Akhnoor (JandK), July 31 (ANI): The last rites of Indian Army Naik Krishan Lal were performed at his native place in JandK's Akhnoor today. Naik Krishan Lal lost his life in ceasefire violation by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC) in Sunderbani sector of Rajouri District. This incident took place on Tuesday. The Indian Army also paid tribute to 34-year-old Naik Krishan Lal.

Man gives 'triple talaq' to his wife on road in UP's Moradabad

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), July 31 (ANI): In a recent incident, which took place in UP's Moradabad, a man gave triple talaq to his wife in mid of a busy road on Tuesday. The incident led to violence between the man and family of the woman on the road as well. Later, police and general public came in to sort the matter. The couple has a baby as well. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway. Triple Talaq Bill has passed in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. "

DPakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in JandK's Gurez Sector, 1 civilian dead

Gurez Sector (JandK), July 31 (ANI): An infiltration bid had been foiled in Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez Sector on Tuesday. One woman, who was injured in shelling by Pakistan along Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector, has succumbed to injuries today. Woman died at Bandipora District Hospital. People living near LoC are staying in bunkers to safeguard their lives. "

Triple Talaq Bill: AIMPLB blames opposition , says 'no use of being an MP if absent during such times'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 31 (ANI): Triple Talaq Bill has passed in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday and member of All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), Maulana KR Firangi Mahali reacted on the bill. While speaking to ANI, Maulana said, "I blame opposition for it, especially those parties, which walked out or the MPs who were absent during the voting in Parliament. I feel in near future, it will become a big issue that why they (MPs) didn't put their opinions on it."

Cafe Coffee Day owner VG Siddhartha found dead, body recovered

Mangaluru (Karnataka), July 31 (ANI): Following a massive search operation involving multiple agencies, the body of Cafe Coffee Day founder-owner VG Siddhartha has been found on the banks of Netravati River near Hoige Bazaar in Mangaluru. The 58-year-old businessman is the son-in-law of former chief minister of state SM Krishna and has been missing since Monday evening. A massive search operation involving multiple teams of police forces along with the Coast Guard and NDRF was being carried out since Tuesday to locate Siddhartha. A letter written by Siddhartha was also surfaced on Tuesday where he apologised to people who 'put their trust' in him. While speaking on the incident, Mangaluru Police Commissioner Sandeep Patil said, "We have found the body early morning today. It needs to be identified, we have already informed the family members. We are shifting the body to Wenlock Hospital. We will continue further investigation."

VG Siddhartha was upset about IT torture: Sringeri MLA TD Rajegowda

Mangaluru (Karnataka), July 31 (ANI): Cafe Coffee Day (CCD) owner VG Siddhartha, whose body was found on the banks of Netravati River early in the morning on Wednesday near Hoige Bazaar, was little upset regarding the "Income Tax torture", claimed his close associate and Sringeri MLA T D Rajegowda. While speaking to ANI, Rajegowda said, "He was a little upset regarding the Income Tax torture, wanted to sell 2-3 properties to settle all the debts because he was having more assets than liabilities." Siddhartha was last spotted on Monday evening at the Netravati Bridge, where he had gone for a stroll. "

'VG Siddhartha was not too weak to commit suicide', says DV Sadananda Gowda

New Delhi, July 31 (ANI): Former chief minister of Karnataka DV Sadananda Gowda on Wednesday said Cafe Coffee Day (CCD) owner VG Siddhartha, was not too weak to commit suicide. While speaking to ANI, he said, "He is a man, I don't think that he is so weak that is going to commit suicide. I don't think that there is any reason to commit suicide." Siddhartha body was found on the banks of Netravati River early in the morning on Wednesday near Hoige Bazaar.

Portion of slab collapses due to water leakage at Mumbai Airport

Mumbai, Jul 31 (ANI): A portion of a slab fell down at around 10.30 pm yesterday at Mumbai International Airport. Water leakage is suspected to be the reason behind the incident. No injuries have been reported so far.

Over 12 children fell ill after consuming milk distributed at temple in Hapur

Hapur (UP), July 31 (ANI): Over 12 children were admitted to hospital last night after they consumed milk being distributed at a temple in Indergarhi on the occasion of 'Sawan Shivratri.' The children, many of them toddlers, were admitted to the emergency section of a government hospital and are stable now. Hapur ADM Jainath Yadav (SDM) said, "There is a Durga temple, where some rituals were going on. Milk was distributed to the children after which they fell ill. They are now stable and are undergoing treatment." Families, however, alleged that there was cannabis in the milk. Guddu, the father of a child admitted at the hospital said, "They consumed milk which was mixed with cannabis. Children fell ill after drinking it. "

V G Siddhartha: A lot happened over coffee for the CCD founder

The body of Cafe Coffee Day founder V G Siddhartha, who had gone missing, was found on Wednesday in the Netravati river in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka after 36 hours of intense search, officials said. Two days prior to his disappearance, the coffee baron had left behind a note to his employees that revealed he was in deep debt. The mountain of debt was impairing his business as working capital requirements could not be met. It led him to sale his stakes in IT firm Mindtree that gave him some room to manoeuvre. "I have failed to create the right profitable business model despite my best efforts. I would like to say I gave it my all. I am very sorry to let down all the people that put their trust in me. I fought for a long time but today I gave up as I could not take any more pressure...," his note read.