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Amazon's Alexa invites lawsuit over recording children's voices via Echo Dot

New Delhi, Jun 16 (ANI): Just a day after releasing a kid-appropriate Echo Dot, Amazon has been reportedly slapped with a pair of class-action lawsuits for Alexa, its voice-enabled assistant, which is accused of recording and storing the voices of children. According to the New York Post, the lawsuits, filed on behalf of an 8-year-old boy and a 10-year-old girl, allege that Alexa's voice recording and transcription technology makes kids vulnerable as it allows Amazon to access a large amount of data about the child's life, all without any consent. Meanwhile, Amazon stressed that it has strict guidelines in place to protect family security and privacy. One of the lawsuits seeks damages up to USD 100 a day while the other wants damages of USD 5,000 per violation.

Western Railway rejects proposal of providing massage services to passengers in train

Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Jun 16 (ANI): Western Railway Senior PRO Jitendra Kumar Jayant informed that the proposal of providing head and foot massage services to passengers has been rejected by Railway administration. He said, "A proposal of providing head and foot massage services on 29 trains, had been put forward by Ratlam Division. Railway administration has rejected the proposal respecting the views of the people's representatives who had criticised it. He further added, "They had criticised this proposal that it would create inconvenience for people, especially women. Berths have limited space so how would the services be even provided on a moving train? So Railway administration has rejected proposal.

AIIMS doctors take out candle light march in solidarity with WB doctors

New Delhi, Jun 15 (ANI): Doctors of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi on Saturday took out a candle light march to support the doctors of West Bengal. Doctors at AIIMS Delhi, who went on a strike in solidarity with the protesting doctors of West Bengal, said on Saturday that self-defence as a subject should be added to the MBBS course across the country if the government cannot protect the doctors. Earlier in the day, AIIMS Delhi called off their protest and gave a 48-hour ultimatum to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to meet the demands of the protesting doctors in Kolkata. Junior doctors in Kolkata have been on strike after two of their colleagues were attacked and seriously injured over an issue of alleged negligence at the NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday. On Friday, doctors of several hospitals across the country such as AIIMS of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana went on a strike in solidarity with the do

Ram temple will be built by SC's order or Parliament bill: KP Maurya

Ayodhya (UP), June 15 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Saturday reacted on building Ram temple in Ayodhya. He said that Ram Temple will be built in Ayodhya either by order of the Supreme Court or by making law in the Parliament. He also emphasized on option mediating between both the communities for making the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Panchayat 'outcasts' rape victim's family as they fail to organise 'purify' feast

Rajgarh (Madhya Pradesh), Jun 15 (ANI): Father of a 17-year-old rape survivor alleged that village Panchayat in Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh District declared them an outcast after he failed to follow its diktat to organise a community feast that would 'purify' her. While speaking to ANI, he said, "Until feast is organised we won't be included in the cast and village." The girl was raped while on her way back to home in January. The accused was arrested and sent to judicial custody. Police confirmed that the incident occurred in January. The police official said, "The father of the girl complained that the Panchayat had declared them outcast until they organise a feast with non-veg food. Police has questioned the villagers, probe is underway."

MoS Home Affairs denies government laxity in Muzaffarpur AES outbreak

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Jun 15 (ANI): Amid the Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) outbreak in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district where more than 70 children have died from the deadly disease, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, denied any "government laxity" for the deaths after he visited Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital, one of the two facilities where high number of AES cases are being reported. Rai said the mysterious disease, which is also known by the name of Japanese fever, had negligible impact in the last two years in Muzaffarpur but this year, the disease unfortunately killed several children. Rai, however, ruled out any possibility by saying the central and state government along with district administration are doing whatever they can which include Anganwadi facilities and a Norway medical team visiting the area in recent years, and asked the reporters how can the administration be complacent on such a serious issue.

CWC 19: Pakistan match no special than any other, says Kohli

Manchester (UK), Jun 15 (ANI): Even as cricket fans are enthused about the Sunday's World Cup clash between India and Pakistan at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in England, Indian skipper Virat Kohli will be treating the game like any other, and said, "No one game is more special for us than the other. Our responsibility is to treat every game equally, regardless of the opposition. We are a top side in the world because of the cricket that we play." India, which is gearing up ahead of the hugely anticipated match with Pakistan, will be missing its opener Shikhar Dhawan who got injured during his match winning century against Australia on June 09. The India-Pakistan match is clouded with the forecast of rains and India's last match with New Zealand was a washout, and both the teams shared one points each.

Youngsters in JandK learn the art of visual storytelling on boathouse

Srinagar (JandK), June 15 (ANI): A special workshop is being organised in Srinagar to shape up creative skills of youth in Srinagar. Five-day visual storytelling workshop 'Jhelum Fables' started on June 11 on a houseboat. Surrounded by serene landscape the workshop aims at sharpening imagination and creativity of participants through writing and photography. "The motive behind this workshop is to give wings to these youth's imagination," said mentor Dr Tabeenah Anjum Qureshi.

SIT to probe Kamal Nath's alleged involvement in 84 riots case: Manjinder Sirsa

New Delhi, June 15 (ANI): Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa claimed that the Union Home Ministry had asked the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate a fresh a case against Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath for his alleged involvement in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case. "Union Home Ministry has asked the SIT to inquire the closed cases of 1984 riots to investigate afresh case against Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath," said Manjinder Singh Sirsa. Manjinder Singh Sirsa also launched a scathing attack on senior congress leader that he too will go to jail like Sajjan Kumar for his involvement in 1984 anti-Sikhs riots.

CICA Summit: 74 countries sign agreement on International Solar Alliance initiated by India

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), June 15 (ANI): 74 countries have signed framework agreement on International solar alliance in Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit. The International Solar Alliance is an alliance of more than 122 countries initiated by India. While addressing the Summit, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar announced that, "Our initiative of International solar alliance has received overwhelming support. 74 countries have signed framework agreement today." The 5th Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit is happening in Tajikistan's Dushanbe. CICA is a pan-Asia forum for enhancing cooperation and promoting peace, security and stability in Asia. The theme of this year's summit is, "Shared Vision for a Secure and More Prosperous CICA Region."

Odisha marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with a message

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Jun 15 (ANI): June 15 marks the World Elder Abuse Awareness day that aims to raise awareness about adults failing prey to abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. Locals participated in the awareness day and wrote their views at Biju Patnaik Park in Odisha's Bhubaneswar. Signature campaign was organised today in 12 parks of Bhubaneshwar with a message 'My parents-My responsibility' on World Elder abuse awareness day. Locals came down and participated in the campaign. While speaking to ANI, a local said, "Our parents are not our options, they should be our first priority". Another local stated that the government should provide all the facilities to the senior citizens of the country. They should get medical treatment free of cost.

Manmohan Singh meets Congress CMs in Delhi

New Delhi, June 15 (ANI): Former prime minister Manmohan Singh held a meeting with Chief Ministers of Congress ruled state at Delhi party office on Saturday. Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh's Chief Ministers Ashok Gehlot, Kamal Nath, and Bhupesh Baghel attended the meeting. Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy also attended the meeting. However, Punjab's CM Captain Amarinder Singh did not attend the meeting as he was unwell.

2 women create ruckus at police station in UP's Shamli

Shamli (UP), Jun 15 (ANI): Two women fought over personal dispute at a police station in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli. The incident was recorded and the video went viral immediately. While speaking to ANI, one of the women involved in ruckus said, "My husband does not pay the house expenses and the members of his family fight with me and beat me up. I came here to register a complaint against it however my family members followed me to beat me."

CM Devendra Fadnavis meets Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Shekhawat in Delhi

New Delhi, Jun 15 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Saturday in Delhi. He discussed the water problem and drought affected area in Maharashtra in the meeting. While speaking to mediapersons, he said, "In Niti Aayog meeting we will go to discuss drought and water crises problems. Today, when I met Shekhawat ji I discussed with him how can we make Maharashtra drought free." He also informed that cabinet expansion in Maharashtra will take place tomorrow.

Death toll rises to 69 due to Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in Muzaffarpur

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Jun 15 (ANI): As many as 69 people have died due to Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in Muzaffarpur district. Encephalitis is a viral disease, which causes mild flu like symptoms such as high fever and headache. The deadly disease has been claiming lives in the district for the past few weeks. While speaking to ANI, Dr. Shailesh Prasad Singh, Civil Surgeon from Muzaffarpur, Bihar said, "Death toll rose to 69 due Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES). 58 died at Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital and 11 at Kejriwal Hospital."

26 children rescued from a biscuit factory in Raipur: Child Protection Officer

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Jun 15 (ANI): At least 26 children were rescued from a biscuit factory in Chhattisgarh's Raipur. The children were rescued as a part of the drive carried out by the authorities. While speaking to ANI, N Swarnkar, District Child Protection Officer, Raipur said, "We've been running a drive against child labour from 10-15 June and rescued 24 children across Raipur. Today our team went to a biscuit factory from where rescued we found 26 children. They have been sent to children's home". As per Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986 which was amended in 2016, a 'Child' is defined as a person below the age of 15. Employment of a child is prohibited in any field and it is a cognizable criminal offence to employ a child for any work.

If Delhi govt pays fare of women commuters, Delhi Metro should be happy with it: Manish Sisodia

New Delhi, Jun 15 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia on Saturday said, "I have written to Sreedharan sahib and told him that Delhi Metro is running in losses. Its carrying capacity is 40 lakh passengers everyday but presently its carrying only 25 lakh passengers. Our proposal of 'free travel for women on Metro' will be beneficial for Delhi Metro, its ridership will increase and fares will come down. If Delhi government pays fare of women commuters, Delhi Metro should be happy with it." It comes after the former chief of DMRC, E Sreedharan has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to agree to the proposal. Earlier this month, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced that it would make commute for women in public buses and metro trains free.

Akhilesh Yadav meets Governor Ram Naik in UP's Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 15 (ANI): Former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav met Governor Ram Naik in UP's Lucknow on Saturday. Both met at Raj Bhavan. Yadav handed a memorandum to the Governor over law and order situation in the state.

AIIMS doctors calls off strike, issue 48-hour ultimatum to WB govt

New Delhi, Jun 15 (ANI): Medical Practitioners at AIIMS Delhi on Saturday called off their protest and gave 48-hours ultimatum to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to fulfil the demands. While speaking to ANI, President of Resident Doctors' Association, AIIMS, Amrinder Singh Malhi said, "All resident doctors are back to work but we will continue with symbolic protest by wearing black badges, bandages and helmets. We have given 48-hour ultimatum to West Bengal government and if condition worsens we will go on indefinite strike from June 17."

Everyone should have 'Freedom of Expression', says CM Bhupesh Baghel

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Jun 15 (ANI): While speaking to mediapersons, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Friday said sedition charges should not slapped if someone expresses their opinion. He said, "Everyone should have Freedom of Expression, if someone expresses their opinion, sedition charges shouldn't be slapped on him. It was in our manifesto that Sec 124A will be scrapped. As soon as I had received info, I had expressed displeasure that it should not have been done. But I would also like to say that nobody should misuse social media to spread rumours, there are separate laws for it, action should be taken as per them." Baghel's comment comes after a man in Rajnandgaon was reportedly arrested and charged with sedition in the state for the allegedly spreading rumours on social media over power cut in the state. He was arrested following a complaint filed by Chhattisgarh State Power Holding Company Limited (CSPHCL). However, Baghel later directed the police to withdraw the