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Will take oath as Chief Minister of Karnataka today, says Yeddyurappa

Bengaluru, July 26 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has staked claim to form government in Karnataka three days after the Congress-JD(S) coalition government failed the floor test. BJP's BS Yeddyurappa on Thursday met state Governor Vajubhai Vala. Yeddyurappa will take oath as the Chief Minister today at 6pm around. He will have to prove majority in the assembly by July 31. The Congress-JD(S) alliance received 99 votes against the BJP's 105 in the floor test.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: CM Fadnavis pays tribute at Shaheed Samarak in Mumbai

Mumbai, Jul 26 (ANI): Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis paid tribute at Shaheed Samarak in Mumbai's Colaba on 20th Kargil Vijay Diwas. Country is celebrating 20 years of Kargil War to honour the bravehearts. The Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.

Rama Devi requests speaker to dismiss Azam Khan after he made sexist remarks

New Delhi, July 26 (ANI): Samajwadi Party MP Azam Khan on June 25 caused uproar with his remarks on BJP member Rama Devi, who was in the chair, during the debate on the Triple Talaq Bill. The BJP members felt that the remark was inappropriate. While speaking to ANI, Rama Devi on Azam Khan's remark on her said, "He has never respected women. We all know what he had said about Jaya Prada ji. He has no right to stay in Lok Sabha. I will request Speaker to dismiss him. Azam Khan must apologise."

If BJP MPs take back 'unparliamentary' words, I will also take them back: Akhilesh Yadav

New Delhi, July 26 (ANI): Former chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday defended his party leader Azam Khan's remark on BJP MP Rama Devi that gave during the Parliament session on Wednesday. While speaking to mediapersons, he said, "If any unparliamentary words were used yesterday... if BJP MPs take back their words and if I have used any unparlimentary words, I will also take them back." Earlier, Samajwadi Party's MP Azam Khan's 'inappropriate' comments on BJP MP Rama Devi (who was in the Chair) sparked uproar in the house.

Watch: PM Modi plants sapling in Parliament

New Delhi, Jul 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi planted a sapling in Parliament on Friday. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla had launched a tree plantation campaign.Union Home Minister Amit Shah was also present there.

Tao Art Gallery curates special show on 'International Tiger Day' in Mumbai

Mumbai, July 26 (ANI): Mumbai's Tao Art Gallery curated special show on 'International Tiger Day'. Several conservationists and artists have come together for the show. Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman was also present. Nita Ambani marked her presence with daughter Isha Ambani and daughter-in-law Shloka. Wildlife Conservation is the need of the hour, as it has become increasingly crucial to preserve the balance of nature. Tao Art Gallery's show started on July 25th and will continue till August 12. 'International Tiger Day' will be celebrated on July 29 across the globe.

CM Gehlot directs officials to prepare contingency plan in advance for rain deficit

Jaipur (Rajasthan), July 26 (ANI): In a high level meeting organized at Chief Minister's residence in Jaipur, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot reviewed the drinking water supply, availability of water in reservoirs and sowing of kharif crop. During the meeting, he directed the chief secretary of disaster management to assess the need of contingency after discussing with different departments and district collectors. CM Gehlot instructed the concerned departments to be prepared with the emergency arrangements in view of delay in rain. He said that the concerned department should prepare contingency plan for the drinking water and livestock fodder. They should also complete required procedures and financial sanction in advance. Underlining the importance of agriculture, Gehlot said that agriculture department should encourage farmers to sow such crops which require less water and time to grow and so they don't have to depend on rain completely. While reviewing the situation of drinking water

Villagers ruthlessly killed tigress which injured 9 people in UP's Pilibhit

Pilibhit (Uttar Pradesh), July 26 (ANI): Locals had mercilessly beaten a tigress in Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit. Villagers claimed that it had injured 9 people and later was trapped by them, They beat her with stick and broke her ribs. A case has been registered against at least 43 villagers. On speaking on the incident, District Magistrate of Pilibhit, Vaibhav Srivastava said, "Postmortem of the tiger is underway. On basis of the video, case registered against few persons. Further investigation is underway."."

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Army Chief pays tribute to soldiers martyred in Kargil War

Drass (JandK), July 26 (ANI): Army Chief General, Bipin Rawat paid tribute at Kargil War Memorial to soldiers martyred in Kargil War. Nation today is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas to commemorate the success of 'Operation Vijay'. Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani pays tribute at Golden Katar War Memorial in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), July 26 (ANI): Chief Minister of Gujarat, Vijay Rupani paid tribute to soldiers martyred in Kargil War at Golden Katar War Memorial, Ahmedabad. Nation today is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas to commemorate the success of 'Operation Vijay'. Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: You'll get a bloodier nose next time, says Army Chief to Pakistan

Drass (JandK), July 26 (ANI): On the occasion of 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat addressed media personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Drass. On being asked 'what message you will to give to Pakistan', Rawat said, "Don't do it. Misadventures are normally not repeated. You'll get a bloodier nose next time." On being asked about the situation on LOC, Rawat said, "Situation is very good. Peace and tranquility prevails along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), situation is under control."

Watch: Locals rescue 5 people from car submerged in water at underpass in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu

Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan), Jul 26 (ANI): Locals in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu rescued five people from a car submerged in water at an underpass. Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging in the area due to which car got stuck at an underpass.

We are looking at modernising our inventory: General Bipin Rawat

Drass (JandK), July 26 (ANI): On the occasion of 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat addressed media personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Drass. Rawat said, "I want to convey to our countrymen that you can be rest assured that any task given to the defence services will always be accomplished no matter how challenging or difficult the task is. Our soldiers will continue to man and guard the borders under challenging circumstances. So, that you can rest in peace and sleep in comfort at your home." He further said, "We are looking at modernising our inventory. Our focus is on Artillery weapon system, by 2020 we will get the Howitzers, K-9 Vajra is being manufactured in the country now and two Bofors like guns are being manufactured locally."

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Ram Nath Kovind pays tribute at Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar

Srinagar (JandK), July 26 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind paid tribute at Badami Bagh Cantonment in JandK's Srinagar. Nation today is celebrating 20 years of Kargil War to rekindle the proud and valour of Kargil soldiers. Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.

Steel bridges under construction in JandK's Rajouri

Rajouri (JandK), Jul 26 (ANI): Around ten steel bridges are under construction in far flung areas of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. Several villages will be connected with the bridges. Villagers face problems during rainy season as the water in rivers swell due to floods. These bridges will not only help locals to commute easily but will also save their time. These bridges are being constructed by the PWD department of Rajouri.

Agra gets its first-ever wax museum

Agra (Uttar Pradesh), July 26 (ANI): Agra got its first-ever wax museum and tourists got another reason to visit this beautiful city. The museum has wax statues of the famous personalities from all over the world. Tourists can click selfies with wax statute of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Salman Khan. There are also wax statues of US President Donald Trump, Michael Jackson and Harry Potter. Einstein, Mother Teresa and Queen Victoria's wax statues were also created here. India has wax museums in various big cities and now, tourists can enjoy it here as well.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute at National War Memorial

New Delhi, July 26 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute at National War Memorial to soldiers martyred in Kargil War. Nation today is celebrating 20 years of Kargil War to rekindle the proud and valour of Kargil soldiers. Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.

Will meet Governor to stake claim to form govt in Karnataka: BS Yeddyurappa

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jul 26 (ANI): While addressing the media in Bengaluru, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president BS Yeddyurappa said that he will meet the Governor today to stake claim to form the government in Karnataka. He also said that he will request the Governor to hold oath ceremony today. HD Kumaraswamy led Congress-JD(S) government lost trust vote in the assembly on July 23.

School in Naxal affected Chhattisgarh's Bijapur reopens after 14 years

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), July 26 (ANI): A primary school in Naxal affected Padmoor village in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur was reopened after 14 years. Around 52 students took admission in the school. They were handed over books, study materials and sports equipment by village head, Gonde Somu. The school was closed due to the threat from the ultras. The occasion has brought a fresh lease life for the villagers. To celebrate the development, they decorated the site with balloons. Students are also provided with the mid-day meal at the school.

Govt should've taken action in 1999 to protect soldiers: Father of martyr Capt. Saurabh Kalia

Palampur (HP), July 26 (ANI): NK Kalia, father of Captian Saurabh Kalia who lost his life in 1999 Kargil War said, "Indian government took action after Uri and Pulwama attacks, and when IAF's Abhinandan was captured by Pakistan. If similar actions were taken in 1999, our soldiers would not have been treated badly by the Pakistan." Country is celebrating 20 years of Kargil War today to rekindle the proud and valour of Kargil soldiers. Kargil War was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan which took place in 1999.