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BJP workers stage protest over increasing violence in WB

Siliguri (West Bengal), Jun 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers staged protest in West Bengal's Siliguri. They protested over the increasing violence against BJP workers in the state. Protestors alleged that All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers attacked them. In last few months, violence on BJP workers has rapidly increased in the state.

PM referred to my interview to give a message: Arif Mohammad Khan

New Delhi, Jun 26 (ANI): After Prime Minister Narendra Modi quoted former Union Minister Arif Mohammad Khan in his speech in the Lok Sabha, the latter on Tuesday sided with him and said that PM Modi used his quote to send across a message. "The Prime Minister has referred to my interview, to give a message that for how long any section of the people, I am not talking about any particular community, can allow itself to be deceived by the power-wielders. It is a clear cut message," Arif Mohammad Khan told ANI here. Further explaining the incident, Khan said, "6-7 yrs ago, during a TV interview, I was asked whether any pressure was brought upon me to take back my resignation (in connection with Shah Bano case). I told them after resigning, I disappeared from my house." He added, "I further said, next morning at Parliament, I met Arun Singh who repeatedly told me I was correct morally but this would cause a lot of inconvenience to the party. Mr Narishma Rao told me 'tum bahut ziddi ho. Sha

BJP Youth Wing stages protest after cop assault a worker in UP's Moradabad

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) staged protest in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad. They protested after one of their workers was allegedly beaten up by a cop. The incident happened during the vehicle checking. BJP Youth Wing workers alleged that the cop slapped the worker too.

Demolition of 'Praja Vedika' underway in AP's Amaravati

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh), Jun 26 (ANI): The process of demolition of 'Praja Vedika', a public grievance hall constructed by previous Telugu Desam Party (TDP) government in the state, started on Tuesday evening. 'Praja Vedika' was constructed adjacent to the residence of former Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu as a grievance hall. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had on Monday ordered the demolition of 'Praja Vedika'. Jagan, while addressing a collectors' conference at 'Praja Vedika', claimed that the hall was constructed illegally and by violating many acts. He also stated that this was the last meeting taking place at the building. At first, the hall was planned to be demolished on Wednesday morning. However, the state government preponed the process and started the demolition process today itself. In fact, Naidu is expected to reach his residence this night. His convoy left for Gannavaram airport. Moments after his convoy left, the demolition process started. On

TMC Mimi Chakraborty draws parallels between film and politics says 'we are for the people'

New Delhi, June 25 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, after taking oath actor turned politician Mimi Chakraborty said, "Today was my first day it was a great experience for me I took oath and we listened the speech of PM Modi. We are coming tomorrow again with the problems of our constituency to seek help from the centre. What is common between film life and politics is that we work for the people.We are for the people, responsibilities are definitely big but at the same time we are ready for it."

Criticism of Congress by PM Modi not accurate: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP spoke on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in Lok Sabha today. He said, "Mr Modi whose party and he himself has rarely given credit to the Congress, today, he chose to say that we aren't giving credit to some people, the truth is that I don't believe that's an entirely accurate criticism." PM Modi today while replying to the 'Motion Of Thanks On the President's Address' spoke about NDA's vision for the next five years for the country's overall growth and prosperity. He mentioned decisions taken by his government will benefit all the sections of the society including farmers, youngsters, traders and many more.

PM Modi remembers Emergency on its 44th anniversary, calls it 'dark days'

New Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): While replying to 'Motion Of Thanks On the President's Address', in Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked Congress over the declaration of Emergency by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on this day in 1975. He said, "Who did it? Who did it? I was being asked by some people during the debate. Today is 25th June. Who imposed the Emergency? We can't forget those dark days."

Congress never lauded work of Vajpayee, Narasimha Rao or Manmohan Singh: PM Modi in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): While replying to 'Motion Of Thanks On the President's Address', in Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked Congress by questioning their regard towards former leaders of the country. PM Modi said, "We do not waste time shortening someone else's route. We will spend our life in lengthening our route. Keep your height to yourself." He further added, "I challenge the government that was in power between 2004-2014 to mention if they ever praised work of Atal Bihari Vajpayee government. Did they ever speak about good work of PV Narasimha Rao Ji? The same people did not even speak of Manmohan Singh Ji in Lok Sabha in this debate."

Car museum dedicated to racer Sundaram Karivardhan inaugurated in Coimbatore

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Jun 25 (ANI): A car museum was inaugurated in India's southern Coimbatore city dedicated to former formula racing driver and designer, Sundaram Karivardhan on Monday. In memory of Karivardhan, cars built and raced by him were unveiled during the inauguration of a section of museum. Sipani Dolphin, McDowell 1000 and Formula single-seater cars were among some of those on display. The museum aims to give exposure to young engineers to Karivardhan's designs and learn from it. Formula One Driver, Narain Karthikeyan who was present for the unveiling of the cars said, Karivardhan was instrumental in helping a generation of young drivers get into the sport in India. Considered to be the pioneer of Indian motorsports Karivardhan was killed in 1995 while flying a trainer aircraft. He was the designer of the open-wheel class, Formula Maruti car.

Watch: Congress and CPM workers clash with police after being stopped from staging protest

Bhatpara (West Bengal), Jun 25 (ANI): Congress and CPM workers who were participating in a peace march on the streets of Bhatpara, North 24 Parganas against political violence in the state, clashed with police after being stopped. Authorities in Bhatpara have imposed Section 144, prohibiting assembly of more than four people.

Did Dr. Phil reveal Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner's wedding date?

New Delhi, June 25, ANI: Singer-songwriter Joe Jonas and actor Sophie Turner's wedding countdown has officially begun! While fans around the world eagerly waiting to know the details surrounding the couple's big day, American TV personality Philip Calvin McGraw, popularly known as Dr. Phil, may have spilled some beans about the couple's wedding date. It all happened on Saturday when the ' Game of Thrones' actor had posted a picture of herself with Joe in front of the Eiffel Tower on her Instagram account. After seeing the sweet still, Dr. Phil couldn't resist and left a comment. "Easy now! 1 week to go. Ha! See you at the wedding," he wrote underneath the photo. Soon, several followers called out the talk show host for revealing the big date. It seems like Phil won't be the only celebrity to grace the big day. Joe's brother Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra also posted pictures of themselves enjoying Paris. The much-in-love couple will tie the knot for the second time in Paris.

IAF team to participate in aerial war games in France

New Delhi, Jun 24 (ANI): An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent, including Sukhoi fighter jets, will participate in a joint air exercise 'Garuda' with the French. The Garuda contingent will depart on June 25 and the exercise will take place between July 1 and July 14 in France, the IAF said in a tweet. In a video posted on Twitter by IAF, Bareilly Air Force Base Commander Air Commodore , M Ranade spoke about Indo-French joint exercise 'Garuda' to being conducted in France soon. He informed this is the 6th edition of the exercise. It will help learn lessons of best practices each one has to offer.

When Kapil's devils created history: 36 years of India's maiden World Cup glory

On 25 June, 1983, the Indian team surprised everyone by its performance at the 1983 Prudential Cup

Rain lashes parts of Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow/ Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 25 (ANI): With temperatures soaring and heat waves being declared in various states in the past, Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow and Kanpur woke up to showers of rain, giving a much-needed respite from the scorching heat. India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a temperature of 39 degree Celsius and 29 degree Celsius as maximum and minimum temperature respectively in Lucknow. Several women in the past have performed prayers for rain in Kanpur.

Bihar: Police register FIR against people involved in 'road gherao' against water crisis

Vaishali (Bihar), June 25 (ANI): Due to water crisis and the acute disease spread in the area people obstructed NH 22 today. The incident took place in Bihar's Vaishali district. Police registered FIR against 39 people. Relatives of persons against whom FIR has been registered say, "Our children have died. We did road gherao, but administration has filed FIR against us. Men against whom FIR has been registered have left the village and gone away. They were the only breadwinners."

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve welcomes three cubs

Sawai Madhopur (Rajasthan), June 25 (ANI): Animal lovers now have another reason to celebrate, as a tigress at Ranthambore more popularly known as T-73 has given birth to three cubs. The three cubs were first spotted last Sunday with their mother when they were captured on CCTVs installed for tiger surveillance in a no-tourism zone of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Sawaimadhopur district. "We spotted the cubs in an area where the tourists are now allowed. The cubs were with their mother. We have stepped up security and surveillance in the area," said a senior forest department officer. To protect the cubs and ensure that no harm comes their way, the concerned authorities have undertaken various safety measures in and around the areas where the cubs were last spotted.

Policies will change according to situation: EAM S Jaishankar on relations with China

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), June 25 (ANI): Talking on bilateral relationship with China, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said as now we have different situation, policies will change accordingly. He further added, "Last year Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China's President in Wuhan, it was a good round of talks. It's expected that Xi Jinping will visit India this year. After last year's meeting there has been more stability in our relations. I'll visit China myself, dates not decided yet." Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to visit India this year to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral relations

"No backdoor" pact: Huawei offers to ink no-spy agreement with Indian government

Chinese technology giant Huawei, which is under fire in the US over alleged breach of sensitive user information, has offered to sign a “no backdoor” agreement with the Indian government to allay concerns that it might use its telecom gear for surveillance. The move comes just a day before US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s visit to India, amid growing pressure from the US to ban Chinese 5G telecom gear globally.

Trade issues will be the agenda: EAM Jaishankar on US Secretary's visit

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), Jun 25 (ANI): Ahead of first high-level visit of United States Secretary of State Michael Pompeo in India, Union External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that trade issues between two countries will be in agenda of meeting definitely. While addressing a press conference in Gujarat's Gandhinagar, EAM Jaishankar said, "We have our interests and United States have their own, sometimes they converge and sometimes they don't. Diplomacy is about finding a common ground on these interests."

AES Deaths: Government working towards spreading awareness, says MoS Ashwini Choubey

New Delhi, Jun 25 (ANI): MoS Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Choubey on Acute Encephalitis Syndrome outbreak in Bihar said, "We are keeping an eye on the situation. The team of doctors from Centre and Bihar government is working continuously. The number of deaths has come down. The government is working towards spreading awareness AES." The death toll due to AES epidemic has reached 131 in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district. AES is a viral disease that causes flu-like symptoms such as high fever, vomiting and in extreme cases brain dysfunction.