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MP top cop blames girls' 'independence' for rising fake kidnapping cases

Gwalior (MP), July 07 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh DGP, VK Singh made a bizarre and sexist comment stating that cases of fake kidnapping in the state are on a rise because of girls becoming more independent. While speaking to mediapersons, he said,"A new trend has been seen in the form of IPC 363. Girls are becoming more independent as they are going to schools and colleges, so in today's society, this is a reality. In these cases, the girl leave home but the report is of kidnapping." He said on July 4 when asked about rising fake kidnapping cases in the state. The remarks by the Madhya Pradesh top cop comes after later data by National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) revealed that the state reported 6,016 cases of kidnapping and abduction of children in 2016.

Tiware Dam breach: 19 dead in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri (Maharashtra), July 07 (ANI): Bodies of 19 people were recovered till now by civil administration after Tiware Dam in Ratnagiri breached on Wednesday, causing a flood-like situation in 7 downstream villages. 4 People are still missing. 12 houses near the dam have been washed away. The search operation enters fifth day and it continues. A team of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), police and volunteers are present at the spot.

Whosoever criticises govt is branded as anti-national: Shabana Azmi

Indore (MP), July 07 (ANI): While addressing a gathering at the event in MP's Indore on Saturday, Renowned actor Shabana Azmi said that these days anyone who criticizes the government is dubbed as anti-national. She said, "For the betterment of our country it's necessary that we point out our flaws. If we don't, how can our conditions improve But atmosphere is such that if we criticise government we're bransded as anti-nationals. We shouldn't be afraid, nobody needs their certificate." Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijay Singh was also present at the event.

Despite toilets under Swacch Bharat scheme, locals in MP village defecate in open

Seoni (MP), July 07 (ANI): Toilets built under the Swachh Bharat Mission in a village in Madhya Pradesh's Seoni district are allegedly not fit for use. According to the locals, they are still forced defecate in the open. "The toilets were not built properly so it's unusable. We are compelled to defecate in the open. We have complained a lot but nothing has happened," one local said. Manjusha Roy, district panchayat CEO said, "The entire survey is yet to be done and on the basis of the survey it will be clear how many toilets are unusable. Action will be taken depending on the direction government gives.

BJP candidate allegedly shoots supporter during Panchayat by-elections

Meerut (UP), July 07 (ANI): A BJP candidate, Vijay Dhama, allegedly shot dead his own supporter during the Panchayat by elections on Saturday. The incident took place in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut. Amit Kumar, who was shot at by Dhama, was rushed to a hospital but died during treatment. Tension erupted in the area soon after Amit's death, and several groups started pelting stones on vehicles. Additional forces were deployed to bring the situation under control. Police investigation is underway. Speaking to ANI, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ajay Kumar Sahni said the firing took place a kilometre away from the polling booth. Amit Kumar, who was shot at by Dhama, was rushed to a hospital but died during treatment, Sahni added. "The firing didn't take place during the polls but after the voting. A candidate Vijay Dhama along with a pistol was one kilometre away from the polling station with three-four of supporters. During firing, one of his supporters named Amit who was shot at. The

'Bandh' call on July 10 to protest against taking Sharavathi water to Bengaluru

Shivamogga (Karnataka), Jul 07 (ANI): Karnataka's Shivamogga is likely to observe a 'bandh' on July 10 to protest against the government's decision to take water from the Sharavathi river to Bengaluru. The 'bandh' has been given under the auspices of the 'Save Sharavathi River' campaign, an initiative of locals. The protestors had earlier submitted a request to Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner expressing their discontent over the decision. Thousands of people had gathered to register their opposition to the government's proposal to draw water from Sharavathi river to meet the drinking water needs of Bengaluru by signing the Shivamogga Sharavathi Signature Campaign.

Gucci app now allows people to 'try on' its shoes

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Going out to malls or markets to shop for shoes will soon be passe! Various startups have been, for some time now, using the technology of Augmented Reality (AR) to enable people to virtually try on stuff like clothes, spectacles, make-up and hair before actually making a purchase. Recently, Italian luxury brand Gucci teamed up with technology partner Waanaby to launch the 'Try On', a groundbreaking AR function that allows people to "try-on" one of its Ace sneakers at any time and from anywhere with a simple push of a button, reported Venturebeat.com. So to buy a shoe, a person using the refreshed iOS Gucci app can pick the Ace sneakers of their choice and point their phone's camera at their feet, after which they're prompted to try the shoes on virtually. What's more? A built-in photo feature lets people capture themselves "wearing" the models that speak to them and share their snaps via text, email or social media. While it is Gucci today, very soon other bra

Hit treadmill to ease period pain, study suggests

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Tired of period cramps? You might want to hit the treadmill. According to a recent study, a treadmill exercise regime can reduce period pain and improve long term quality of life. As part of the study, researchers conducted a trial over a 7 month period to see how treadmill exercise benefited women suffering from primary dysmenorrheal, commonly known as period pain.

VP Naidu launches book authored by Himachal Chief Secy

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): Vice President of India, M. Venkaiah Naidu released a book titled 'Land Registration, Global Practices and Lessons for India' written by the Chief Secretary of Himachal Pradesh, B.K. Agarwal, in New Delhi. The Vice President in the book launch event called for a comprehensive model to make land deeds, transfers and registrations litigation free. CEO of NITI Aayog, Amitab Kant and Solicitor General of India, Tushar Mehta were also present at book launch event.

Samsung estimates low profits for Q2, 2019

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): In its earnings guidance for the second quarter, Samsung has estimated that its profits may slump this year. In its official release, the smartphone giant estimated its sales to be around 57 trillion Korean won, taking the profits to approximately 6.6 trillion Korean won, a decline of about 56 per cent year-on-year. Samsung hasn't mentioned the reason behind low estimates. However, the slumping memory chip sales, mixed response to its flagship Galaxy S10 and the delayed Galaxy Fold are likely to be the triggers.

9 children injured in stray dog attack in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam (AP), Jul 07 (ANI): At least nine children were injured after a dog attacked them in AP's Vishakhapatnam. The incident occurred near a Girls' High School in Vishakhapatnam's Anakapalle. Injured have been admitted to hospital. Further investigation is underway.

84th birthday of spiritual leader Dalai Lama celebrated in New Delhi

New Delhi, Jul 07 (ANI): A celebratory event was organised in New Delhi's Tibetan Monastery, Majnu Ka Tilla to mark the 84th birthday of spiritual leader the Dalai Lama. Followers of the leader in large numbers joined the celebration, which culminated with the cake cutting ceremony. Birthday wishes poured in for the Nobel Peace Prize winner from across the world. 'The Nobel Prize' also took to Twitter to wish the spiritual leader on his birthday. "Happy 84th birthday to His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama awarded the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize," tweeted The Nobel Prize. Union Minister of State (MoS) for Sports Kiren Rijiju also wished him on his birthday. "On the auspicious birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, I offer my deepest reverence, prayers, and warmest wishes. I pray for his long and healthy life and to guide the world towards more love, peace, and compassion," Rijiju tweeted.

Heavy rainfall leads to water-logging in Uttarakhand's Haldwani

Haldwani (Uttarakhand), Jul 07 (ANI): Heavy rains battered Uttarakhand's Haldwani. Water-logging has been reported in the area. The situation has caused inconvenience to commuters in Haldwani. According to the locals, the authorities are not paying attention to the situation. As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rains are expected to continue in the coming days. While speaking to ANI, the official said, "The municipal corporation is trying to solve the problem of water logging in the area."

Sangh pariwar's 'fear of Muslims' strategy won't work in Telangana: Owaisi

Hyderabad, July 06 (ANI): Today Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Telangana for BJP's membership drive, while speaking on the same, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi said that 'Sangh Pariwar' will try to create fear from Muslims but will fail, there is a regional feeling in Telangana and BJP cannot change that. "The 'Sangh pariwar' will try to create fear among Muslims, but it will not work here. There is a regional feeling in Telangana and BJP cannot change that. The government in Telangana worked for dalits, OBCs and Muslims, this will be the great factor."

MODI means Mischievously Orchestrated Defections in India: Surjewala on Karnataka political crisis

New Delhi, Jul 06 (ANI): While accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of horse trading in Karnataka, Congress party's media in-charge Randeep Surjewala described the meaning of MODI as Mischievously Orchestrated Defections in India after 11 MLAs of Congress and JD(S) submitted their resignations at the Assembly Speaker's office. "A new symbol of horse trading politics has emerged in the country, MODI - Mischievously Orchestrated Defections in India," Surjewala told reporters in Delhi. Eight Congress and three JD(S) MLAs today resigned from the post of legislators due to discontentment over negligence pertaining to certain issues.

Rajnath Singh congratulates countrymen on UNESCO's move to declare Jaipur 'World Heritage Site'

Jaipur (Rajasthan), July 5 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday shared his views on United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared Jaipur as World Heritage site. Hailing the decision he termed it a 'big achievement' and congratulated the countrymen, especially, the people of Rajasthan. "It's a big achievement, I want to congratulate the people of Rajasthan, and the entire country," said Singh. Earlier in the day, UNESCO had announced that 'Pink City' Jaipur has made it to the list of World Heritage site.

Clean, germ-free childhood makes children prone to Leukemia: Study

New Delhi, July 5 (ANI): Parents go to any limit to protect their little ones from germs! A new study, however, has highlighted that a childhood free from germs followed by infections later in life makes children prone to childhood leukemia. This happens because of the fact that when a child is exposed to infection in their first year, their immune system gets strong. Published in the journal 'Nature Reviews Cancer', the study finds that acute lymphoblastic leukemia, the most common type of childhood cancer, is caused by a two-step process. The first step is a genetic mutation before birth that predisposes a child to the risk of developing this form of leukemia. On the other hand, the second step is exposure to certain infections later in childhood, after clean early childhoods that limited exposure to infections. To put it simply, the researchers explained that kids who lived in very clean, germ-free conditions during their first years and had less interaction with other children are

'BJP friends doing their best', says DK Shivakumar on Karnataka political crisis

Bengaluru, July 06 (ANI): Karnataka Irrigation Minister and Congress leader DK Shivakumar took a jibe at Bharatiya Janata Party over 11 MLAs of Congress-JD(S) submitting their resignations at the Assembly Speaker's office in Bengaluru. He said "My Bharatiya Janata Party friends are doing their best." While reacting on reports that he tore the resignation letters of the rebel MLAs, Shivakumar said, "Why should I not? Let them file a complaint, if they want to put me behind the bars, I'm ready. I have taken a very big risk." "They are telling some small stories, this is not the story to go and resign. It is shocking for all of us, I think good sense will prevail upon them." He further added. Eight Congress MLAs and three JD(S) legislators visited Karnataka Assembly Speaker Ramesh Kumar's office and submitted their resignations amid reports of political situation in the southern state becoming extremely volatile.

HM Amit Shah visits tribal woman's house in Telangana's Rangareddy

Rangareddy (Telangana), July 06 (ANI): Ahead of membership drive, Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited tribal woman Jatvathi Soni's house in Mamidipally village of Telangana's Rangareddy. Shah also had a tea at her house. Prime Minister Narender Modi flagged off BJP's membership drive from Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi on Saturday. A target of 50 per cent increase in membership was set for states like Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Currently, BJP has about 11 crore members and the party is planning to increase the number by at least 20 per cent

Smaller airports to have autopilot landings soon

New Delhi, July 06 (ANI): Not only major airports but even smaller airports can now have automatic landings for aircraft. This comes after researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TU Braunschweig demonstrated a complete automatic landing with vision assisted navigation that functions properly without the need for ground-based systems. The autopilot uses GPS signals to navigate. Though, GPS receiver in the aircraft can't always reliably detect interferences as signals are susceptible to measurement inaccuracies. As a result, current GPS approach procedures require the pilots to take over control at an altitude of no less than 60 meters and land the aircraft manually. In order to make automatic landings possible, additional functions were integrated in the software. The team of researchers tested it later in May and were able to watch as the research aircraft made a completely automatic landing at the Diamond Aircraft airfield. Test pilot Thomas Wimmer is completely co