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Objective is to restore peace and tranquillity along LAC: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): "India and China have maintained communication with each other through military and diplomatic channels. Our objective was to effect disengagement and maintain status quo along the LAC so as to restore peace and tranquillity," said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Lok Sabha on February 11. Praising the Armed forces, Rajnath Singh said that Armed Forces have responded to challenges by unilateral Chinese action and have shown valour and courage on both South and North bank of Pangong Tso.

Saving lives in Uttarakhand: Footages that capture daring acts of rescuers

As rescue operations are underway in the aftermath of the flash floods at Raini village in Tapovan area of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, we bring to you footages of daring rescue efforts being conducted by ITBP, Army, SDRF and others. These videos will surely send shivers down your spine. Watch it now.

Koo 'coup'? Twitter's alternative theory & Chinese link explained

Many ministers, the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) and some other government departments have set up accounts on native micro-blogging site Koo after Twitter did not comply with the government's directive to block some tweets and accounts. The app was launched 10 months ago and won the Aatmanirbhar App Challenge organised by the Indian government. Business Standard's Samreen Ahmad explains in detail about the Twitter-govt standoff, the rise of Koo and why so many politicians are shifting to Koo.

How will we give jobs? PM Modi's strong pitch for privatisation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday stressed on the private sector's vital role in the economy and asserted that the culture of 'abusing' it for votes is no longer acceptable. If the public sector is important, the role of the private sector is also vital, he said during his reply in Lok Sabha to the discussion on the motion of thanks to the President's address. Watch the video for more.

India stands united when it comes to national security: Rajnath Singh in RS

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Speaking on the 'present situation in Eastern Ladakh' in Rajya Sabha on February 11, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India stands united when it comes to national security. He said, "No matter which party you belong to, the country stands united, when it comes to national security."

Not let anyone take even an inch of our land: Rajnath in RS on 'present situation in Eastern Ladakh'

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): While speaking in the Rajya Sabha on the 'present situation in Eastern Ladakh', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on February 11 said they will not let anyone take even an inch of the land. Defence Minister further said, "Many fraction areas are built near LAC in Eastern Ladakh. China has collected heavy force and arms and ammunition near LAC and in the nearby area on their side. Our forces have also effectively done counter deployment." "Since last year, we have maintained relationship with China on military and diplomatic levels. During the talks, we told China that we want solution of the issue based on three principles. First, both parties must agree on LAC and respect it. Secondly, there shouldn't be an attempt to change the status unilaterally, by any party. Thirdly, all the compromises should be completely agreed upon by both parties," he added.

Agreement with China on disengagement at Pangong Lake: Rajnath Singh in RS

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Amid the ongoing standoff with China at the Ladakh border area, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh makes a statement in Rajya Sabha on February 11, regarding the 'present situation in Eastern Ladakh'. While speaking in the RS, Rajnath said, "Our sustained talks with China have led to agreement on disengagement on the north and south banks of Pangong Lake. After this agreement, India-China will remove forward deployments in a phased, coordinated manner." "China will keep its troops to the east of the Finger 8 at the north bank of Pangong Lake. India will keep its troops at its permanent base near Finger 3," he added.

Deendayal Upadhyaya's thoughts are relevant in present, will continue in future too: PM Modi

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Prime Minister addressed the nation on the death anniversary of former Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader Deendayal Upadhyaya on February 11. He said, "Deendayal Upadhyaya ji has always been an inspiration to all of us. Even today, his thoughts are equally relevant and will continue to be so in the future. Wherever there is a concern for the welfare of humanity, his human philosophy will be relevant. You can only get limited respect by the power of entity, but respect for the scholar is everywhere. Deendayal ji is a living example of this idea."

Chamoli disaster: ITBP constructs 'jhula bridge' across disconnected villages

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 11 (ANI): ITBP troops constructed 'jhula bridge' across disconnected villages in Chamoli. The bridge will be used to transport ration from one side of the bridge to another. A flash flood triggered due to glacier burst on Feb 07 in Chamoli district. Around 32 people have died in the incident so far, and more than 170 are still missing.

No VIP treatment to anyone: Prayagraj IG on Priyanka Gandhi's visit on 'Mauni Amavasya'

Prayagraj (UP), Feb 11 (ANI): On being asked about Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's visit to Prayagraj on 'Mauni Amavasya', IG Kavindra Pratap Singh said, "As today is the peak day for Mela (on Mauni Amavasya), we will not give VIP treatment to anyone. There is no protocol, they can come like a normal person and participate in the rituals." The country is celebrating 'Mauni Amavasya' on Feb 11.

Rahul Gandhi shedding crocodile tears over farmers: Giriraj Singh

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Union Minister Giriraj Singh targeted Congress' Rahul Gandhi for his absence during the discussion on Budget. He said, "Neither Rahul Gandhi nor Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury (Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha) was present during the discussion on Budget. It shows they're neither devoted to Parliament nor to the country. Rahul Gandhi is shedding crocodile tears over farmers."

'Na Jawan Na Kisan': Shashi Tharoor slams budget

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in Parliament berated budget presented by Centre in Lok Sabha. He said Prime Minister Modi's contribution of this budget is 'Na Jawan na Kisan'. "The government has come out with a budget which deceives people with respect to the allocation in defence and health sectors. Lal Bahadur Shastri had said 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan'. Modi ji's contribution of this budget is 'Na Jawan na Kisan'," said Tharoor.

'Adhir ji ab zyada ho raha hai': PM Modi on continuous interjections in LS

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha slammed Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury for multiple interjections during his Reply to the motion of thanks on the president's address. "Adhir Ranjan ji, ab zyada ho raha hai. I respect you. You will get more publicity than TMC in Bengal. Don't worry...This doesn't look good, why are you doing this?" asked PM Modi in Lok Sabha as Leader of Congress in the House Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury interjects several times," PM Modi told him.

'Oldest party divided and confused': PM Modi as Congress walks out during his speech in LS

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): Congress MPs created ruckus in the Lower House of Parliament during PM Narendra Modi's reply in Lok Sabha to the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address. Later they walked out amid PM's address. Speaking on this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a jibe at Congress leaders and said the party is divided and confused. "Congress party is divided and confused. Neither it can work for its own good nor can it think about solving the issues of the country. What can be more unfortunate than this?" questioned PM Modi in Lok Sabha.

Nehru made law against hoarding, BJP govt scrapped it: Priyanka Gandhi

Saharanpur (UP), Feb 10 (ANI): New agriculture laws will help the 'Arabpatis' (Capitalists) and the capitalists will decide the price of farmers' produce, said Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi at Kisan Mahapanchayat in Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur on February 10. "In 1955, Jawaharlal Nehru had made laws against hoarding. But this law has been scrapped by the BJP government. This new law will help the 'Arabpatis'. They will decide the price of farmers' produce," said Congress leader.

Those who know me became emotional: GN Azad on PM's tearful speech

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): Without mentioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's name, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress leader, Ghulam Nabi, Azad expressed gratitude towards the former for his emotional adieu to him and said that "those who know me in-depth and saw my work over the years became emotional during farewell speech" in Rajya Sabha. "We understand some people superficially while others in-depth. Those who understood me in-depth and saw my work over the years became emotional yesterday. I am thankful to everyone. I would also thank people who messaged me, called me and tweeted for me," said Azad.

4-day work week?: Govt's proposed labour codes could provide flexible shifts

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in the national capital, the Secretary in Ministry of Labour and Employment, Apurva Chandra, said the proposed labour codes which include changing in working hours of employees will provide flexibility in working hours for employees, adding that some employers are even interested in giving their workers three days of paid leave weekly by tweaking the shift hours. "During tripartite discussion, concerns about working hours going up by 12 hours were raised. Employer may provide for 5-day working week. We have tried to bring in some flexibility by correcting 12-hour work day." "Changes will be shared in final list," he told mediapersons on February 08.

Chamoli glacier burst: Rescue teams fear high pressure water from other end of tunnel

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 10 (ANI): JCB machines are continuously on the task to clear the tunnel near Tapovan dam in Chamoli district. Teams are focused towards clearing the debris and slush which is blocking the way. Chamoli ITBP, DIG, Aparna Kumar said, "Technical issues cropped up in one of the JCB machines, as its tyre busted. Machines to continue to work inside the tunnel. The challenge we are facing is that debris and slush is coming out from the tunnel. We need to progress carefully as water with high pressure might come from inside the tunnel."

Glacier blast: 'Not much progress in rescue ops, 32 bodies recovered', informs Uttarakhand DGP

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Feb 10 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Dehradun on February 10, Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttarakhand, Ashok Kumar spoke on glacier blast tragedy. DGP Kumar said, "There is not much progress in the rescue operation. We have recovered 32 bodies, 8 identified, 24 unknown. Rescue team has also recovered 2 bodies of Uttarakhand police personnel." "Can't confirm exact number for missing and dead people but it's between 192 and 204," he added.

Farewell, Azad: The incident that brought tears to PM Modi's eyes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled an incident to highlight the humane side of veteran Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad in the Rajya Sabha on February 9 as the Upper House bid farewell to the Leader of Opposition. Azad is retiring from Rajya Sabha this month. It was the memories of the 2007 terror attack in Kashmir on tourists that made both Modi and Azad emotional. Watch the video of the incident the prime minister was referring to in his speech.