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ISRO scientists celebrate after GSLV Mk-III injects Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft into Earth Orbit

Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jul 22 (ANI): Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chief K Sivan and other scientists cheered into celebrations after the successful ejection of Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft into Earth Orbit. ISRO's powerful GSLV Mk-III launcher successfully lifted off Chandrayaan-2 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota.

Watch: Chandrayaan-2 launched from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in AP's Sriharikota

Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jul 22 (ANI): The Indian Space Research Organistaion (ISRO) launched the Chandrayaan-2 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota. Chandrayaan-2 was launched onboard ISRO's most powerful launcher, the 640-tonne rocket Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle- Mark-III (GSLV Mk-III). Originally scheduled for a July 15 launch, the mission was called off 56 minutes before the launch due to a technical snag. If launched successfully, India will be the first country to land on the south side of the Moon.

'Kanwariyas' stage protest after administration denies permission to travel on Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand), July 22 (ANI): 'Kanwariyas' staged protest against the local administration in Uttarakhand's Rishikesh on Monday. This comes after Rishikesh's iconic 'Lakshman Jhula' was closed few days back after an expert panel suggested it is not in a position to sustain any more load. 'Kanwariyas' protested at Neelkanth Mahadev Temple route. They wanted to travel on Lakshman Jhula but local administration denied the permission. Scuffle broke out between police and 'Kanwariyas' during the protest.

Pragya Thakur believes in caste, class discrimination: Asaduddin Owaisi

New Delhi, July 22 (ANI): Asaduddin Owaisi, president of AIMIM believes that the remarks given by BJP MP Pragya Thakur on 'not elected to clean toilets' in a meeting of party workers in Madhya Pradesh's Sehore district on Sunday was not shocking as she believes in caste and class discrimination. Owaisi said, "Not at all surprised, neither I'm shocked by this obnoxious statement; she says this because that is her thought process. The MP believes in the caste and class discrimination happening in India." He added, "She, Pragya Thakur, BJP MP from Bhopal also clearly tells that the kind of work the caste has defined, that should continue. It is very unfortunate. Also, she has openly opposed the PM's program."

Lt Gen KJS Dhillon meets Haj pilgrims in Srinagar

Srinagar (JandK), July 22 (ANI): The Commander of Chinar Corps, Lt Gen KJS Dhillon, met Haj pilgrims at Haj House in Srinagar on Monday. The pilgrims are leaving for Haj today. For Haj 2019, Government of India has allocated a quota of 60,000 Haj seats to Haj Group Organisers (HGO). Haj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca and Saudi Arabia which are the holiest city for Muslims. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims.

2 die after driver losses control in Navi Mumbai

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra), July 22 (ANI): At least two people died after a rashly driven car ramped into a group of people and a school bus in Maharashtra's Navi Mumbai. While four others were critically injured in the accident. They were later admitted to a hospital. Further investigation is underway. More details are awaited.

Isro announces 'excellent' launch of Chandrayaan-2 ; Chandrayaan-2 leaves for the Moon

Chandrayaan-2, India's indigenous moon mission, was successfully launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh today. It was launched atop a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) Mk-III, India's most powerful rocket, and is carrying an orbiter, a lander called Vikram and a rover called Pragyan, which has been almost entirely designed and made in India.

Hindus, Muslims join hands to clean the streets of Baripada after Bahuda Yatra

Odisha, July 22 (ANI): Amid beating of gongs, cymbals, blowing of conch shells and 'hari bol' chants, Bahuda Yatra or the 'Return car festival' of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra, concluded in Odisha. The warm-hearted and jubilant residents of the region who had just winded up with the celebrations of the chariot festival, refused to take a break as they geared up to take part in the festival of cleanliness. Armed with broomsticks, the people, irrespective of their religion, caste and creed, got together in Baripada city of Odisha to clean up the Bada Danda Street, the main street leading to the Lord Jagannath temple, spreading a message of love and brotherhood. By the virtue of humanity and brotherhood, we all Muslim brothers have come forward to clean the city irrespective of any cast and religion. We are doing it for the sake of humanity and love not for any religion. We would also like to convey to the whole world that if we maintain cleanliness, our city

Chandrayaan-2: People gather at Sriharikota to witness launch

Sriharikota (AP), July 22 (ANI): As Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists gear up for the launch of India's moon mission Chandrayaan-2 after it was aborted last week due to technical glitch, people gathered at Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota to witness the launch which is scheduled at 2.43 pm today. While speaking to ANI, a visitor said, "All Indians are very proud. We came last time as well but we were not able to see the launch." "This is the second time I'm coming here, last time we have failed to launch but it was okay as it would have landed in a world class embarrassment", said another visitor.

Sonbhadra incident: Congress MPs hold protest in Parliament premises

New Delhi, July 22 (ANI): Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad along with other Congress MPs held protest in Parliament premises on Monday. They protested over Uttar Pradesh's law and order situation and recently happened Sonbhadra firing incident. While speaking to mediapersons, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said, "We are protesting below the Gandhi statue because what happened in UP is unexpectable. Law and order is the responsibility of state government. But the UP Chief Minister is promoting the lawlessness."

Acharya Devvrat takes oath as Gujarat's new Governor

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), Jul 22 (ANI): Acharya Devvrat took oath as the new Governor of Gujarat. The oath ceremony was held in Gujarat's Gandhinagar. Chief Justice of Gujarat's High court administered the oath. CM Vijay Rupani was also present at the event. Acharya Devvrat has replaced OP Kohli.

Hindus, Muslims come together for Mace procession in Kashmir

Anantnag (J-K), July 22 (ANI): Amidst the holy chants of 'Vedic hymns' the scores of pilgrims performing Amarnath Yatra reached at Mattan Martand temple in Anantnag district of Jammu - Kashmir for the prayers before the commencement of mace procession or Chari Mubarak Yatra. As per traditions, throughout the journey, the mace travels with saints and devotees for 46 km through Pahalgam, Chandanwari, Sheshnag and Panchtarani to the final destination of Amarnath holy cave shrine. Setting a perfect example of communal harmony, both Hindu - Muslim devotees, in all vigour and spirit, jointly performed special rituals and sang devotional songs at the temple that officially marked the beginning of Chhari Mubarak Yatra or procession, spreading the message of love and brotherhood. The temple reverberated with the sound of conch shells as huge number of pilgrims and saints performed religious ceremonies. Since ages, local Muslims and Hindu pilgrims are celebrating this occasion collectively with

Omar is behaving like a political juvenile: Satya Pal Malik

Srinagar (J-K), July 22 (ANI): Replying to Omar Abdullah's tweet, J-K Governor Satya Pal Malik said, "I agree to the matter that as a governor I should have avoided this. But if I was not a governor I would have said the same. Talking about Omar, he is a child. I had good feelings about him but he is behaving like a political juvenile. He tweets on everything but if you see the comments and reactions, 90 per cent of them abuse him and don't agree with him." In a huge controversial statement, Satya Pal Malik said that terrorists should kill corrupt bureaucrats and politicians instead of innocent people. Omar Abdullah commented on his speech through a tweet where he said, "This man, ostensibly a responsible man occupying a constitutional position, tells militants to kill politicians perceived to be corrupt. Perhaps the man should find out about his own reputation in Delhi these days before sanctioning unlawful killings and kangaroo courts." He also tweeted, "Save this tweet - after today

K'taka political crisis: DK Shivakumar accuses BJP of 'using Governor'

Bengaluru (Karnataka), July 22 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Karnataka Irrigation Minister, DK Shivakumar said, "Supreme Court has very clearly said that they can't fix the timings. It is obvious that it is up to the speaker, he has to take the call. I think lots of issues have been going on, I think BJP is better to wait." He added, "BJP is a hurried power; they are all using the Governor of Karnataka, writing letters. There are lots of directions from SC that Governor has limited role and should not step in the shoes of democracy." BJP MLAs today arrived at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. Congress-JD(S) coalition government will face floor test to prove their majority in the Assembly today. The Karnataka Assembly on Friday failed to meet the deadline set by the Governor. The Karnataka Assembly has 225 members, including one nominated MLA. The halfway mark in the 225-member Assembly is 113.

Bihar floods: Villagers put up temporary shelters on NH-57 in Darbhanga

Darbhanga (Bihar), July 22 (ANI): Residents of Kakerghati village in Bihar's Darbhanga are setting up temporary shelters next to national highway-57after the floodwater entered their houses. While speaking to ANI, a police said, "Arrangements are being made to ensure safety of locals and to keep the road operational." "We are not getting anything from the government. We are stuck here," a local told to ANI. Around 12 districts including Sheohar, Dharbangha, Sitamarhi, North Champaran, Madhubani, Araria, and Kishanganj have been severely affected due to water levels rising in rivers following torrential rains. On July 19, the Chief Minister had kick started the process of sending cash relief of Rs 6,000 directly into the bank accounts of flood-affected families.

Man beaten up for smuggling cattle in MP's Katni

Katni (MP), July 22 (ANI): A man was beaten up by a group of people for smuggling cattle in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh on Sunday. A viral video shows the group of men intercepting a truck and freeing the cattle loaded onto it and beating up a man, the smuggler, whose hands are tied with a rope. The smuggler was later arrested by the police while those who beat him up are on the run. While speaking to mediapersons, a police official said, "The truck carrying 30 cattle was seized by police personnel. A man has been arrested. We'll conduct a thorough investigation and take strict action."

MQM protest against Pakistan PM Imran Khan's visit to US

Washington DC (US), July 22 (ANI): Protesters from Muttahida Qasmi Movement (MQM) and other minority groups held protest in Washington DC. They protested during Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's visit to the United States (US). The demonstration brought together a range of campaigners who travelled from all around the United States only to protest against the oppression by the Pakistani state, human rights violations and state-sponsored atrocities against the oppressed minorities in Pakistan. Their placards read, "No more blank cheques for Pakistani Army" and "Protect Minority Rights in Pakistan". While speaking to ANI, one of the protestors said, "We are protesting here so that President Trump does not give Imran Khan any promises or commitments regarding money or any other reason to kill innocent people like the Mohajirs, Pashtuns, Sindh's and Balochs."

Chandrayaan-2: People perform special prayers in UP's Kanpur

Kanpur (UP), July 22 (ANI): The countdown for the launch of Chandrayaan-2, India's second lunar exploration mission after Chandrayaan-1, begun on Monday. Ahead of Chandrayaan-2 launch, special 'prayer' and 'aatri' was organised in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur today. People seemed happy and proud on the launch day of Chandrayaan-2. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch Chandrayaan2 at 2:43 pm today from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota.

K'taka BJP MLAs staying at Ramada Hotel perform yoga

Bengaluru, July 22 (ANI): Amid the political turmoil that has rocked Congress-JD(S) coalition in the state, BJP Karnataka MLAs, who are lodged at Ramada Hotel enjoyed de-stress session and performed Yoga on Monday. Dressed in causal t-shirts and track pants, BJP legislators were seen performing 'asanas' in the lush garden of the hotel. They seemed relaxed as they perfected yoga postures under the guidance of an instructor. Congress-JD(S) coalition government will face floor test in the Assembly today. The Karnataka Assembly has 225 members, including one nominated MLA. The halfway mark in the 225-member Assembly is 113.

Om Birla meets Ram Vilas Paswan at his residence in Delhi

New Delhi, July 22 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan at his residence in Delhi on Monday. His younger brother and Lok Janshakti Party MP Ram Chandra Paswan passed away on Sunday. Ram Chandra Paswan died at the Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in Delhi. He was 56. Birla also met Chirag Paswan.