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Mobile-sensing system makes assessing worker performance easier

New Delhi, July 08 (ANI): The process to evaluate an employee's performance can be stressful for both the employee and the employer. To make things easier, researchers have created a mobile-sensing system using smartphones, fitness bracelets and a custom app. The system works by monitoring the physical, emotional and behavioural well-being of workers to classify high and low performers. The new mobile-sensing system opens the way for consumer technology to help employees optimise their performance while also allowing companies to assess how individuals are doing in their jobs. The approach can be both a compliment and an alternative to traditional performance tools like interviews and self-evaluations. In the new system, a smartphone tracks physical activity, location, phone usage, and ambient light. A wearable fitness tracker monitors heart functions, sleep, stress, and body measurements like weight and calorie consumption. Location beacons placed in the home and office provide inform

Amarnath Yatra: Governor Satya Pal Malik reviews arrangements in Srinagar

Srinagar (JandK), July 08 (ANI): Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (JandK) Satya Pal Malik visited a camp in Srinagar's Pantha Chowk on Sunday. He reviewed food and medical arrangements done for the pilgrims during Amarnath Yatra. While speaking to media, Satya Pal Malik said, "On myself being satisfied, it would not suffice. People should be satisfied and my review of the situation says that the people are satisfied." "The tourism industry is not affected by security arrangements. In my region of Western Uttar Pradesh, there is no complaint against the devotees who go to temples during the pious Shravan month. Here, even if the traffic is blocked for an hour, people start complaining. People should be more tolerant," he added. "By and large, the devotees are happy with the arrangements put in place and with the Kashmiri people," the Governor further stated. The Amarnath cave is considered as one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. The Amarnath Yatra is conducted every year during Shravani

Girl commits suicide in Delhi's Paharganj hotel

New Delhi, July 08 (ANI): A girl committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling fan at a hotel in Delhi's Paharganj area on Sunday. She allegedly had a fight with her male friend who was staying with her at the hotel. "Both were residents of Tilak Nagar in Delhi. The girl's name was Rosy and she was 22-year-old. Preliminary investigation has revealed that there was a dispute between the girl and the boy after which the boy left the room. During this while, the girl committed suicide by hanging herself. The hotel staff informed us about the incident," Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of South East Delhi Mandeep Randhawa informed the media. "We have sent the body for post-mortem examination and investigating the reason for the suicide. As of now, the girl's friend is under arrest," he added.

UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Delhi for 3-day visit

New Delhi, July 08 (ANI): The foreign Affairs Minister of United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived at the Indira Gandhi International airport on Sunday. He will meet External Affairs Minister (EAM) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar today. During his three day visit, Sheikh Abdullah will hold bilateral talks with EAM S Jaishankar. He will also call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His visit is aimed at not only strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership but also to explore new areas of cooperation between the two countries.

Villagers chain cow smugglers in MP's Khandwa, police register case

Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh), July 08 (ANI): Several people tied with a rope and made to chant 'Gau mata ki jai' in Madhya Pradesh's Khandwa on Sunday. They were being tied on accusation of carrying cattle in their vehicles. While speaking to ANI on this matter, Superintendent of Police (SP) of Khandwa, Shivdayal Singh said, "A case has been registered under the relevant sections, there were around 7-8 pick-up vehicles, they have been brought to the station. Case has also been registered against those who made them chant." The local police have booked at least 16 people for allegedly smuggling cows after the villagers chained them together on the road.

Surat fire tragedy: Locals take out 'Asthi Yatra' for deceased children

Surat (Gujarat), July 08 (ANI): Locals took out an 'Asthi Yatra' in Gujarat's Surat for the 22 children who lost their lives in a major fire at coaching center 'Takshashila Arcade' in Sarthana area on May 24. While speaking to ANI, father of a deceased child said, "Through this 'Asthi Yatra' we want to create awareness among the general public and request them to ensure their child's proper security and safety in college or school. Any incident of this sort should never occur again. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani assured that strict actions would be taken against the accused persons but they are still roaming freely, why did the authorities not take any stern action till now?." People in large numbers took part in the Asthi Yatra, holding banners and photos of the deceased children. Parents sat in trucks loaded with flowers and photos of their children. General public offered flowers and prayers to the photos of the deceased children. A blaze ripped through the coaching center located in

Child rescued from being sacrificed by own family in Assam's Udalguri

Udalguri (Assam), July 08 (ANI): In a spine-chilling incident reported from Assam's Udalguri district on Sunday, a child was saved from being sacrificed by his own family. A highly educated family on the advice of a fake seer tried to sacrifice a child after performing naked prayers in their home's temple. Two villagers got a hang of what was going on inside the home, so they informed the police and fire brigade who came just in time to rescue the child. But the family got violent on their arrival and tried to attack them with sharp weapons. The police had to open fire for getting the situation under control. The head of the family Jadab Sahariya and his son Pulkesh Sahariya got injured in the fire. The latter succumbed to his injuries in the Guwahati Medical College. While speaking to ANI on this matter one of the villager said, "The incident took place at Government school teacher Jadab Sahariya's residence. He was going to commit the heinous act of sacrificing a child to get rid of

CM Yogi chairs district-level meeting in Kushinagar to review development projects

Kushinagar (Uttar Pradesh), Jul 07 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a district-level meeting in Kushinagar to review various projects and explore potential in different fields where government can incentivise entrepreneurs and businesses to grow. The meeting also assessed the law and order situation in Kushinagar, and speedup the administration functions in the city. Speaking to the reporters after the meeting, Adityanath also mentioned states's role in making the country a $5 trillion economy by 2024, and said the review meeting would speed-up various development projects.

K'taka Political Crisis: Mumbai Congress workers detained for protesting outside hotel

Mumbai, July 07 (ANI): Maharashtra youth Congress workers staged protest outside the BKS hotel against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Mumbai, where Karnataka MLAs are staying However, later they were detained by the police. Protesters demanded Karnataka Congress MLAs to take back their resignation. The Congress-JD(S) coalition in Karnataka is in deep trouble after 12 MLAs submitted their resignation on Saturday.

State Cooperative Bank gives Rs 5 crore to Maharashtra CM Relief Fund

Pune (Maharashtra), Jul 07 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended Sugar Conference 20-20 in Pune on Sunday. A cheque of Rs. 5 crore was present to CM Fadnavis by State Cooperative Bank for CM Relief Fund. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari was also present at the event.

FIR against Subramanian Swamy for alleging Rahul Gandhi takes cocaine

Barabanki (UP), Jul 07 (ANI): Congress national spokesperson PL Punia informed that an FIR has been lodged against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy for alleging that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi takes cocaine. Punia said, "We have lodged an FIR against Subramanian Swamy at Kotwali Nagar Barabanki over his remark, 'Congress president Rahul Gandhi consumes cocaine.' We have demanded a strict action against Subramanian."

Congress workers protest against Subramanian Swamy for alleging Rahul Gandhi of taking cocaine

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Congress workers staged protest against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy on Sunday in national capital. They were demonstrating against Swamy's allegation that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi abuses 'cocain'. Protestors garlanded and burnt effigy of Swamy. They also raised slogans against Subramanian Swamy. An FIR has been registered against Swamy in the matter.

'We are in waiting position': P Muralidhar Rao on forming new government in Karnataka

New Delhi, July 07 (ANI): Right now we are in position of waiting, its upto speaker and governor, what will happen next said National General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party P Muralidhar Rao on forming a new government in Karnataka. He also slammed Congress party for putting allegation of defection on Bharatiya Janata Party. Muralidhar Rao said, "This is nonsense. By making allegations against another party that has nothing to do with internal affairs of Congress, they're not going to gain anything."

Kiren Rijiju interacts with athletes at SAI Mumbai

Mumbai, Jul 07 (ANI): Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju met with athletes at Sports Authority of India (SAI) today. He interacted with athletes regarding the problems that they face. They also discussed the requirements for athletes for participating in International games.

BJYM members' vehicles torched during Panchayat Polls campaign in Tripura, 3 injured

North Tripura (Tripura), Jul 07 (ANI): One car and around 20 motorcycles of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) members who had gone for Panchayat Polls campaigning in Paschim Chandrapur in Dharmanagar, were set on fire. 3 injured BJP supporters have been sent to hospital. BJP alleges CPI(M)'s role in the incident

Haryana doc murder case: CM Khattar meets family, assures fast investigation

Karnal (Haryana), Jul 07 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar visited the grieving family of Doctor Rajeev Gupta. Renowned Dr. Rajeev Gupta was shot dead by some miscreants earlier today. Investigation in the matter is on. CM Khattar said, "Karnal city has lost a good doctor. I have asked police to investigate the matter and find the real culprits by today evening."

Unique 'Cricket Ganesh' temple attracts enthusiasts in Chennai

Chennai, Jul 07 (ANI): A cricket enthusiast in Tamil Nadu's Chennai has built a 'Cricket Ganesh' temple where the Ganesh idols could be seen in different cricketing avatars. Ramakrishnan, who is the founder of temple, said he is a Ganesh devotee, and always wanted to set up a temple of Hindu god since there was no Ganesh temple in his society in Anna Nagar East. Ramakrishnan named the temple 'Cricket Ganesh' following India's famous test victory against Australia in Kolkata.

Several roads, bridges flooded in Gujarat's Chhota Udepur after heavy rains

Chotta Udepur (Gujarat), Jul 07 (ANI): Several roads and bridges got flooded in Gujarat's Chhota Udepur after the city received heavy rainfall. The continuous showers hampered the daily life in the area. Parts of Gujarat are receiving heavy rains following western disturbance.

It's my individual decision: Jyotiraditya Scindia after resigning as AICC general secretary

New Delhi, July 07 (ANI): Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia announced his resignation as Congress general secretary of All India Congress Committee on Sunday. While speaking to ANI, Scindia said, "I had given my resignation to Rahul Gandhi 7 - 10 days back." "I think this is very much individual decision, I did what I felt within myself"he further added. In the run-up to the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, he was appointed as the Congress general secretary for Uttar Pradesh (West). On May 23 when the election results were declared, Scindia suffered a major blow as he lost his own seat from Guna, Madhya Pradesh. The Congress also suffered in Uttar Pradesh, where he was made in-charge.

J-K Chief Secretary visits Drass War Memorial ahead of Kargil Vijay Divas

Drass (J-K), July 07 (ANI): Ahead of President Ram Nath Kovind's visit in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary BVR Subrahmanyam visited Drass War Memorial on Sunday. Indian Army also paid homage to Shaheed Captain Vikram Batra who lost his life during Kargil War. The 20th anniversary of 'Operation Vijay' will be celebrated with the theme 'Remember, Rejoice and Renew' and troops from three battalions will undertake expeditions to the peaks where their units had fought under impossible conditions to drive out the intruders. Kargil Vijay Diwas, named after the success of Operation Vijay. On 26 July 1999, India successfully took command of the high outposts which had been lost to Pakistani intruders. 26 July is celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas.