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Watch: Mamata Banerjee dances during mass marriage ceremony in Malda

Malda, Mar 05 (ANI): West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee danced during a mass marriage ceremony in Malda on March 05. Banerjee was seen following the traditional dance steps of the locals present at the event.

Daily reviewing the coronavirus situation: Harsh Vardhan tells Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): Even as the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in India has reached 30, Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan told the Rajya Sabha that he is daily monitoring the situation to mitigate the effects of the deadly disease in the country. As of last update, Number of positive cases of COVID-19 has risen to 30, after rapid increase in the number of confirmed cases in India this week with the national capital Delhi also reporting its first positive coronavirus case.

Naveen Patnaik known for development and his modesty: Harivansh Narayan

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh hailed Naveen Patnaik and said that he is known for development works and his modesty. "Former Odisha CM Biju Patnaik was a visionary leader who continues to inspire the people of the country. I congratulate Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik for completing 20 years in power. Naveen is known for development works and his modesty," said Singh.

Randeep Surjewala slams Hanuman Beniwal over his comment on Gandhi family

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): Speaking to ANI, Randeep Singh Surjewala slammed Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) leader Hanuman Beniwal over his comment on Gandhi family. "Shameful that Modi ji is using Hanuman Beniwal who has lost his mental balance, to use such low level and shameful words for Sonia ji and Rahul ji. We strongly condemn such irresponsible comments," said Surjewala. Earlier, Beniwal made an irresponsible statement that Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi should be tested for Coronavirus since they recently came back from COVID-19-hit Italy.

COVID-19 is not transmitted through meat, egg or fish: Giriraj Singh

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): Union Minister for Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Giriraj Singh said that coronavirus is not transmitted through meat, egg or fish."Some people are creating panic due to lack of knowledge regarding coronavirus. Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Dairying Department has already clarified that COVID-19 is not transmitted through meat, egg or fish," said Giriraj Singh. "I came to know that the Lucknow District Magistrate has banned sale of meat in the district. I request district magistrates to consult with Govt of India and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) before issuing any advisory on coronavirus," the Animal Husbandry Minister further stated.

JandK administration lifts ban on social media, brings relief for locals

Srinagar/ Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir), Mar 05 (ANI): Lifting ban on social media in Kashmir Valley brought relief for students and families. Students are feeling relieved as now they can submit their exam application forms online. One of the student said, "It's a relief for us, as now we can submit the exam application forms online." However, the access is only on 2G mobile data services and fixed line provided by private players. Ban on social media sites was in place for over seven months since the abrogation of Article 370, which took place on August 5, last year. The centre revoked the Article 370 (special status) of the Jammu and Kashmir, and turned it into union territory.

Watch: Indian Army takes action against frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army

Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir), Mar 05 (ANI): Indian Army troops recently used anti-tank guided missiles and artillery shells to target Pakistan Army positions opposite the Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara sector. Indian Army's action was in response to frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan Army to push infiltrators into Indian Territory in Jammu and Kashmir. The footage was released by Indian Army on March 05.

Turkish President's comment on Delhi violence is factually inaccurate, says MEA

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): MEA on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's comment on Delhi violence stated that they are factually inaccurate and driven by their own political agenda. "They're factually inaccurate, they're driven by their own political agenda. We don't expect such statements from a Head of a State. We made strong demarche with Turkish Ambassador in Delhi on 3rd March," said Raveesh Kumar. Turkish President earlier made remark on Delhi violence and reportedly stated that massacres are widespread in India and 'Muslims' are being targeted.

Nirbhaya's mother still hopeful as Delhi court issues another death warrant for convicts

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): A Delhi court issued a fresh death warrant against the four convicts in Nirbhaya case on March 05. Convicts are to be hanged at 05.30 am on March 20. While speaking to ANI, mother of 2012 gang-rape victim Nirbhaya, Asha Devi said, "Since the four convicts have exhausted all the legal remedies. I hope that they will be hanged till death on the designated date."

India-EU Summit will be rescheduled due to 'COVID-19' situation: MEA

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): India-EU Summit, which Prime Minister Modi had to attend, will be rescheduled due to Novel Coronavirus situation across the world, informed Raveesh Kumar, MEA. "As far as India-EU Summit is concerned which PM Modi had to attend, the health authorities of both the countries suggested that travelling must not take place at present. So, it has been decided that Summit will be rescheduled on a mutually convenient date," said Raveesh Kumar.

820 beds in isolation ready to counter coronavirus spread: UP Health Minister

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 05 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Jai Pratap Singh informed that the state government has kept 820 beds in isolation to counter coronavirus spread. "We have kept 820 beds in isolation in district hospital if there is a need for this disease (coronavirus) anywhere, and for this arrangements have also been made for beds in seven medical colleges as well. We don't have any positive case in Uttar Pradesh after getting these samples," said Singh while addressing a press conference over coronavirus alert in the state.

Coronavirus: Vrindavan Iskcon requests foreign devotees not to visit temple for next 2 months

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 05 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura on March 05, the PRO of Vrindavan Iskcon Temple, Saurabh Das spoke on coronavirus alert. He said, "Due to coronavirus, we have requested foreign devotees not to visit the temple for the next two months." "If they want to visit the temple, they will have to produce the medical certificate to prove that they are not infected," PRO added.

Pratap Sarangi praises Biju Patnaik on his birth anniversary, takes aim at son Naveen

New Delhi, Mar 05 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on March 05, the Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Pratap Chandra Sarangi criticised the handling of governance in Odisha by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. He said, "The development of Odisha is blocked under the present government. What more should I say about this government?". Sarangi, however, remembered former Odisha chief minister and Biju Janata Dal founder Biju Patnaik on later"s 104th birth anniversary, and called him a "courageous" leader. "I pay my respects to former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik on his birth anniversary. He was a very courageous leader and played a very important role in the formation of Janata Party," the Union Minister told ANI.

Lucknow administration bans sale of meat, fish in open areas amid coronavirus threat

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 05 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on March 05 about coronavirus health advisory, the District Magistrate (DM) of Lucknow Abhishek Prakash said, "The sale of meat, semi-cooked meat and fish has been banned in open areas in the district to ensure that coronavirus does not transmit through meat." "Hotels and restaurants have been asked to ensure cleanliness and hygiene," he added.

UP Health Minister reviews state's preparedness over coronavirus

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Mar 05 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Jai Pratap Singh held a review meeting in Lucknow on March 05. The meeting was held with several government officials over coronavirus alert in the city. The District administration of Lucknow has banned sale of meat, semi-cooked meat and fish in open areas to ensure non-transmission of coronavirus through meat. Hotels and restaurants have been asked to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.

Odisha CM pays tribute to father Biju Patnaik on his birth anniversary

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Mar 05 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik paid floral tribute to his father and former chief minister Biju Patnaik in Bhubaneswar on March 05. He paid tribute on occasion of his 104th birth anniversary. A blood donation camp was also organised on this occasion. Biju Janata Dal (BJD) organised a cultural programme to remember the party's founder on his birth anniversary.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren terms coronavirus 'disaster'

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Mar 05 (ANI): Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren said that coronavirus is like disaster. While speaking to mediapersons, he said, "This is like disaster and is a very serious issue. The government is really worried about how to get rid of this epidemic. The whole nation is worried about it. We should take precautions to stop it from being spread. I even appeal to the people to follow precautionary measures. The International Games may also get cancelled due to coronavirus."

Police should not only be fair, credible but should also be seen like that: NSA Doval

Gurugram (Haryana), Mar 05 (ANI): National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval attended '3rd Young Superintendents of Police Conference' in Gurugram where he said that police personnel should not only be fair and credible but they should also be seen fair and credible. While addressing the young police officers at the event, Doval said, "One of the problems of police and in democracy, it is extremely important that you should not only be totally dedicated to the law but you should all be doing things fairly and objectively but it is also important that you are seen like that. You are credible and someone made something headline. So, it is also our responsibility that we are able to create the right perception because it is the perception provides confidence and trust to the people."

There's lot of dissatisfaction among Congress: BJP's Narottam Mishra on MP horse-trading

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 05 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal on March 05, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dr Narottam Mishra spoke about horse-trading in MP. He said, "There is lot of dissatisfaction among Congress party. People of Madhya Pradesh know everything and in case if government of Congress will dissolve in then forming BJP government comes afterwards or it is almost secondary." "If there will be empty space then only it will be filled," Narottam Mishra added.

CM Yediyurappa arrived at Vidhana Soudha to present Karnataka budget

Bengaluru, Mar 05 (ANI): Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa arrived at Vidhana Soudha ahead of state budget session. As the finance portfolio is held by Chief Minister himself, CM Yediyurappa will present the budget. This is CM Yediyurappa's 5th budget as Chief Minister.