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Locals carry pregnant woman to hospital on sling in Odisha's Kalahandi

Kalahandi (Odisha), July 29 (ANI): A pregnant woman was carried to the hospital on a sling by the locals during heavy rain in Odisha's Kalahandi. The hospital was located 7 km from the village. The woman had to be carried by locals due to lack of road connectivity. Locals claimed that government has not taken any action. The woman has been admitted to the hospital. Medical treatment is underway.

Locals of flood-affected area in Assam await help from authorities

Nalbari (Assam), July 29 (ANI): Several people are awaiting help from local authorities in flood-affected area in Assam's Nalbari. Heavy downpour triggered flood in Nalbari district. Schools and houses have been destroyed due to the flood in the district. People are still in relief camps waiting for help. Due to heavy rainfall several bridges have also been destroyed in the area.

Case is being registered on complaint of Unnao rape case victim's uncle: ADG Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 29 (ANI): Unnao rape case victim got seriously injured and two other got killed in a "suspicious" accident on Sunday. While addressing a press conference in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow today on Unnao rape case victim's accident, Additional Director General (ADG) of Lucknow Zone Rajeev Krishna said, "Case is being registered on complaint of Mahesh Singh (uncle of Unnao rape victim) and he has also requested to transfer this case to Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). We are getting a report on that request and as soon as that report comes it will be recommended to CBI." "We are investigating if numbers of driver, cleaner and owner (of the truck) match with known numbers of Kuldeep Singh Sengar (accused in Unnao rape case) and his associates," he added.

PM Modi to feature in Discovery's 'Man vs Wild' episode with Bear Grylls

New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will feature in Discovery Channel's show 'Man vs Wild' alongside popular host and adventurer, Bear Grylls. Shot in the Jim Corbett National Park, the special episode will be beamed across 180 countries on August 12 at 9:00 pm. Elated about the association, PM Modi said he was both intrigued and inclined to take part in the show. "For years, I have lived among nature, in the mountains and the forests. These years have a lasting impact on my life. So when I was asked about a special programme focusing on life beyond politics and that too in the midst of nature I was both intrigued and inclined to take part in it," the PM said. The show will be a frank and freewheeling journey that will throw light on wildlife conservation, highlighting issues related to environmental change. The Prime Minister said he took this as an opportunity to showcase India's rich flora and fauna as well as to emphasise on the importance of environmental conser

Take back cows from Muslims' houses, its love jihad too: BJP's Ranjit Srivastava

Barabanki (UP), July 29 (ANI): In a controversial statement, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader said that cows from the houses of Muslims should be taken back. BJP leader Ranjit Srivastava said, "When we consider girls from our homes going to their homes 'love jihad', shouldn't we consider 'gau mata' going to their homes 'love jihad' too? Cows should be taken back from them at any cost." Ranjit Srivastava, former chairman of Barabanki Municipality said that a cow is never a Muslim, but a Hindu, and its funeral should also be performed by Hindu rituals.

Unnao rape survivor, lawyer on ventilator but in stable condition: KGMU Hospital

Lucknow, July 29 (ANI): King George's Medical University Hospital's Media in-Charge, Sandeep Tiwari on Unnao rape survivor's condition said that she along with lawyer are on ventilator but they are in stable condition. "Girl has fracture on her leg and a head injury. On the other side lawyer has multiple fractures and head injury," told Hospital official. A case was filed against BJP legislator Kuldeep Sengar after yesterday's accident in Raebareli, in which two women died and a teenager he allegedly raped two years ago, got injured.

Need fresh polls for key posts in Congress: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): Congress Party's senior leader Shashi Tharoor urged for fresh polls for all key posts in the party, especially for the post of party President. He also said the one way forward for Congress Working Committee (CWC) could be naming an interim working president. He further added that lack of clarity on leadership is damaging party.

SFI stages protest against 'National Education Policy 2019' in Chennai

Chennai, July 29 (ANI): Students Federation of India (SFI) cadres held a protest in Chennai's Chepauk on Monday. They protested against new education policy drafted by central government. SFI raised slogans against the government, policy and the university.

Residents using rope to move within 4-storey dilapidated building in Mumbai

Mumbai, July 29 (ANI): Residents of 4-storey building in Mumbai's Tata Nagar, Chunabhatti take support of a rope to move within the dilapidated building. A resident said ,'People have been living here for 70 years, a court case is on for 6-7 years, have asked many times that give us building for redevelopment.' Residents claimed that the authorities are not taking any action to improve the condition despite numerous complaints. Parents fear that in monsoon the building may collapse at any time, endangering the lives of children.

Abrogating Article 35A and 370 is unconstitutional: Farooq Abdullah

New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): After security tightened in Jammu and Kashmir, speaking on this issue, former chief minister and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah said that Article 35A and Article 370 is the foundation of Jammu and Kashmir and it should not be removed. "Article 35A and Article 370 should not be removed. It forms our foundation. There is no need to remove it. We are Hindustani but they (Article 35A and Article 370) are important for us. What is the need of sending 1 lakh security forces to Jammu and Kashmir."

India cricket captain Virat Kohli opens Mumbai leg of Pro Kabaddi 2019

On the first day first of Mumbai leg of Pro Kabaddi 2019, India cricket team captain Virat Kohli was present to witness the first match between U Mumba and Puneri Paltan, which was won by the Mumbai franchise on Saturday. Kohli said kabaddi became a globally recognised sport due to the fitness and determination of Indian players. "Kabaddi has taken a leap in the sports culture in our country since the inception of Pro Kabaddi League. Seeing a sport that we all have played as kids get to this stature today gives a different feeling altogether, especially when you know that the Indian kabaddi team is one of the best ones in the world," said Virat.

Pro Kabaddi 2019, Match 2 highlights: Bengaluru Bulls edge out Patna Pirates 34-32

In Match 2 of Pro Kabaddi League, PKL 2019, defending champions Bengaluru Bulls showed a lot of mental strength as they staged a comeback to beat Patna Pirates 34-32 in their opening encounter at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday. The defensive duo of Amit Sheoran (5 points) and Ashish Sangwan (4 points) were the chief architects of Bulls’ victory. Bengaluru's raider Pawan Sehrawat scored 9 crucial raid points. For Patna Pirates, star-raider Pardeep Narwal got a super 10 while Mohammed Esmaeil Maghsoudlou with 9 points put in a strong all-round performance but they just fell short by 2 points. Bengaluru Bulls put on a solid display of strength and toughness as they forced multiple super tackles to begin their campaign in style.

Jitendra Singh takes jibe at NC, PDP, says 'they are losing people's mandate'

New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): After Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti said "Any attempt of tinkering with Article 35A is akin to setting explosives on fire." Later, security was tightened in Jammu - Kashmir. Speaking on this issue, Minister of State for Prime Minister Office Jitendra Singh said, "All noise is being made by NC-PDP and others as they can feel that they are losing people's mandate. They have been carrying forward their legacy with 8-10% voter turnout. They are scared that if situation changes their sovereignty built in last 30-40 will finish." He added, "Secondly, action is being taken by Modi government, against scams, hawala transactions and in connection with J-K Bank, big names are about to come up in connection with these cases. They are distressed about that."

Watch: Tej Pratap Yadav offers prayers on second Monday of 'Sawan' in Deoghar

Deoghar (Jharkhand), July 29 (ANI): Elder son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav offered prayers on second Monday of 'Sawan' in Jharkhand's Deoghar on Monday. 'Sawan' month is considered as highly auspicious, since every day of month holds special significance.

Bodies of mother, her 3 children found hanging in house at Pune

Pune (Maharashtra), July 29 (ANI): In a shocking incident, the bodies of a 28-year-old woman and her three children were found hanging inside their house in Pune on Sunday. The three children-two girls and a boy were found hanging with a rope from a single hook in the ceiling while their mother. Fatima Akram allegedly committed suicide by hanging herself with a cloth in another room. The deceased were natives of Karnataka, who had recently shifted to the Pimpri-Chinchwad area of Pune. The incident came to light when the woman's husband Akram returned home in the evening and found the door latched from inside. He got no response despite repeated knocks on the door. The police broke open the door and found the bodies. Akram, who used to be a fruit seller, is currently unemployed. The police suspect Fatima took the extreme step because of financial woes. Police Inspector Shankar Awtade said, "Akram had incurred heavy losses in his fruit business and the woman's father also died recently.

Youth Congress workers 'purify' PWD office with 'Gaumutra' after Dalit MLA's protest in Thrissur

Thrissur (Kerala)/ New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): Youth Congress activists sprinkled 'Gaumutra' to allegedly purify a Public Works Department (PWD) office, where a CPI Dalit MLA Geetha Gopi had staged a protest recently. Gopi, who is a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Nattika constituency, had held a sit-in protest on July 28 in front of the PWD office against the poor condition of the roads in her area. She stopped her demonstration after the officials had assured to intervene in the matter. After Gopi left the office, the Youth Congress activists performed "purification" rituals by sprinkling 'Gaumutra'. The MLA has filed a complaint with the police alleging that she faced caste-based discrimination and abuse from the Youth Congress members. Reacting to the incident, Youth Congress president Dean Kuriakose said, "I have already directed the state general secretary incharge to that district, to give a notice to these people and ask them for a proper explanation. If anything re

Anandiben Patel takes oath as UP Governor

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 29 (ANI): Anandiben Patel took oath as Uttar Pradesh Governor in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow today. Former Governor of the state Ram Naik also attended the swearing-in ceremony of Anandiben Patel. She took the oath at Raj Bhawan in Lucknow. On July 20, President Ram Nath Kovind had appointed Patel, who was serving as the Governor of Madhya Pradesh, as the replacement for outgoing Governor Ram Naik.

Muslim community sets up a community kitchen for Amarnath pilgrims

Jammu (JandK), July 29 (ANI): 'Mazhab nahi sikhata aapas mein bair rakhna, Hindi hain Hum, Watan Hindostan Hamara' meaning Religion doesn't teach us to keep ill-will among ourselves, We are of Hind, our homeland is Hindustan.These lines resounded high in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, when the Muslim community organised a lanagar service or community kitchen for the Amarnath Pilgrims in Jammu.Braving the weather conditions, they first welcomed their Hindu brethren by putting garlands around their neck and then served Kheer, a rice pudding to them.Following the concept of "Atithi Devo Bhavah", which means Guest is God, many Muslims across Jammu and Kashmir, have been organizing such langar service for the last many years, spreading the message of unity and brotherhood. In such community kitchens, it's not just food that is served to the pilgrims but also love and compassion, which they will relish for their entire life. Pilgrimage to Amarnath cave is an annual practice and usually take

There was no negligence in Unnao rape victim's security: UP DGP

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), July 29 (ANI): Unnao rape case victim got seriously injured and two other got killed in a "suspicious" accident on Sunday. While speaking to media in this regard, UP Director General of Police (DGP) OP Singh said, "There was no negligence in her security. Due to lack of space in her vehicle, she requested the security personnel deputed for security not to accompany her to Raebareli yesterday. Two members of her family have died in the accident". "We will conduct a fair and free probe. Primary probe suggests it was purely an accident due to an over speeding truck. Truck driver and owner have been arrested. If the family demands a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the case and we will hand over the case to CBI", he added.

Doctors stage protest against NMC Bill outside AIIMS Delhi

New Delhi, July 29 (ANI): Doctors held protest outside All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi on Monday. 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.