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RSS impacting our life with its character, commitment: RS Prasad

Kevadia (Gujarat), Feb 29 (ANI): Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad attended 'India Ideas Conclave 2020' in Gujarat's Kevadia on February 29. While addressing the event, he said, "When the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was established, the founder said two things for the organisation. You must have Rashtrabhakti and commitment for the country and you also must have character that serves that larger commitment." "RSS is impacting the whole range of our life because of character and commitment," RS Prasad added.

PM Modi attends 'Samajik Adhikarita Shivir', distributes aids to needy ones

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended 'Samajik Adhikarita Shivir' program at Parade Ground in UP's Prayagraj on February 29. He distributed assistive aids and devices to senior citizens and divyangs. Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister, Keshav Prasad Maurya were also present at the camp. It was the biggest distribution camp in terms of beneficiaries and was organised by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

Officials clear debris from Northeast Delhi as normalcy returns post deadly violence

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): The clearance of debris is underway in violence-affected areas of Northeast Delhi. A JCB machine is cleaning and clearing roads in Shiv Vihar area of Karawal Nagar in Delhi on February 29. They are collecting stones and debris which were pelted by mob during violence in Delhi's Northeast area. On the other side, several children were seen playing cricket in the Khajuri Khas area of national capital indicating return of normalcy in the region.

People saying 'kagaz nahi dikhayenge' want proof of Lord Ram's birthplace: RS Prasad

Kevadia (Gujarat), Feb 29 (ANI): Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad attended 'India Ideas Conclave 2020' in Gujarat's Kevadia on February 29. While addressing the event, he said, "Some people say they will not show any document. It is fine. But they ask for evidence that Ram Lalla was born in Ayodhya, in spite of the fact that world has believed it for thousands of years." "This is duplicity, hypocrisy and intellectual dishonesty," the Law and Justice Minister added.

Snow clearing operation underway in HP's Lahaul-Spiti

Lahaul-Spiti (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 29: Snow clearing operation in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti district on NH-3 highway has started on February 29. The snow clearance was conducted by Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The Lahaul valley received heavy snowfall during the winters.

AAP govt didn't stop any prosecution sanction in last 5 years: Raghav Chadha

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government on February 28 permitted prosecution of Left leader Kanhaiya Kumar in a long-pending sedition case. While speaking to ANI in the national capital, the national spokesperson of AAP, Raghav Chadha said, "The law department of government of Delhi after conducting due diligence in the matter gave their opinion to the home department of Delhi and also given its clearance. The government of Delhi as a matter of principal and policy has not stopped any prosecution sanction of anybody in the last five years." "Cases on all AAP MLAs were filed and the regular process of law was followed by courts. We fundamentally believe that the government is not the agency or the authority that should be deciding on the merits of these matters," he added.

Coronavirus: Death toll in China mounts to 2,835

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): The death toll from coronavirus in China has mounted to 2,835, officials said on Saturday. The number of confirmed cases has increased to 79,251, Sputnik quoted state health committee as saying. "The state health committee received from 31 provinces (areas, cities of central subordination) information about 79,251 confirmed cases of infection with the new type of coronavirus, including 37,414 people who are currently sick (7,664 are in serious condition), 39,002 people were discharged from hospitals, 2,835 died," the committee said. Coronavirus has spread to more than 45 other countries including the US, UK, Singapore, Italy, France, Russia, Spain and India. The World Health Organisation has declared the outbreak an international health emergency and said the global risk level remains high.

PM Modi arrives in Prayagraj to attend 'Samajik Adhikarita Shivir'

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Prayagraj on February 29. He was received by Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath. PM Modi will attend 'Samajik Adhikarita Shivir' program today. PM Modi will distribute assistive aids and devices to senior citizens and divyangs.

2 injured, several trapped at stone quarry in UP's Sonbhadra

Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Two labourers were injured and several were feared trapped in an accident at a stone quarry in Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra on February 28. The incident occurred in the Billi Markundi mining area of the district. The police administration is present at the spot and rescue operation is underway.

Amit Shah offers prayers at Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri

Puri (Odisha), Feb 29 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri on February 29. Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan, and Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Pratap Chandra Sarangi, were also present. Amit Shah had reached Bhubaneswar on February 28 and also addressed a rally in the city.

Indian Hajj Association president meets Rajinikanth in Chennai

Chennai, Feb 29 (ANI): Indian Hajj Association president Abu Backer met actor and politician Rajinikanth in Chennai on February 29. While speaking to ANI, Backer said, "It was a courtesy call. We discussed a wide range of issues including incidents unfolding in the state and the country."

Being treated like a terrorist, says Azam Khan outside Sitapur jail

Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): Senior SP leader Azam Khan along with his wife Tanzeen Fatima and son Abdullah Azam were being taken from Sitapur jail to Rampur on Feb 29. They were taken to the Rampur court for hearing in forgery case. Azam Khan said, "They are treating me just like a terrorist." The case is registered against them for allegedly having two birth certificates, two pan cards and two passports.

Curfew to be extended in Shillong if situation demands: Meghalaya CM on CAA clashes

Shillong (Meghalaya), Feb 29 (ANI): Clashes erupted between Khasi Students' Union (KSU) members and non-tribals over Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Shillong which led to imposition of curfew and internet ban in the capital city of Meghalaya. While speaking to ANI, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said, "This is a sensitive situation and I have called an emergency meeting with Additional Chief Secretary Home, DGP, Home Minister and other officials of the state." "We have taken decision to immediately impose curfew in Shillong which starts at 10:00 pm in night and we will see how situation goes and if necessary then will further extend it as initially it is just for 10-12 hours," he added. "The internet on the mobile phones will also be temporarily suspended," CM Sangma further stated.

Watch: Verbal spat between Congress leaders, mining officer in MP's Shahdol

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 29 (ANI): A verbal spat occurred between Congress leaders and mining officer in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol. The quarrel occurred after Mining Minister of Madhya Pradesh Pradeep Jaiswal pointed out the issue of illegal coal mining and negligence of mining officer towards it. Police had to interrupt to calm down both the parties.

Leap day: 182 Sadhaks perform 108 Surya Namaskaras at Statue of Unity

Kevadia (Gujarat), Feb 29 (ANI): 182 Yog Sadhaks from Vadodara's Yoganiketan performed 108 Surya Namaskaras in Kevadia on leap day. They performed yoga in the premises of 182-meter tall Statue of Unity at Kevadia in Narmada district. The programme was organised by Sir Sayajirao Institute of Research in Yoga, Ayurveda, Naturopathy, Music and Allied Sciences of Vadodara on the occasion of leap year.

Watch: Telangana Ministers eat chicken to end rumours related to coronavirus

Hyderabad, Feb 29 (ANI): Telangana Ministers KT Rama Rao, Etela Rajender, Talasani Srinivas Yadav and others ate chicken on stage in Hyderabad in a bid to end rumours that Coronavirus is transmitted through chicken and egg. Sales dropped in Indian poultry market by almost 50 percent after the rumours spread by social media that coronavirus can be spread through chicken and eggs.

Cops bid adieu to Mumbai CP Sanjay Barve in farewell ceremony

Mumbai, Feb 29 (ANI): A farewell ceremony was organised for Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Barve on February 29. Barve was to retire on August 31, 2019, but he was twice given three-month extensions owing to the state polls. A decision about the new police commissioner is likely to be taken soon when Barve's extension comes to an end. Barve had taken over as the commissioner of Mumbai city on February 28, 2019 and was granted two extensions in August and November.

Locals back to work as normalcy gradually returns to Northeast Delhi after violence

New Delhi, Feb 29 (ANI): Normalcy has gradually started to return in parts of Northeast Delhi which gripped by communal clashes for over four days. Locals started to go back to their daily routine. Shops have opened, vehicles started to run on the roads as well. Police force remained deployed in the violence-affected Northeast Delhi to keep an eye on the situation. No fresh violence was reported. One of the locals told ANI, "Situation is better now. People are going to their work. Shops have started to open. The atmosphere is good here now." Few days ago, anti and pro CAA groups clashed in parts of Northeast Delhi, which resulted in major loss of lives and properties. At least 42 people lost their lives in the violence.

Action will be taken against them who'll be involved in atrocities against Dalits: Sachin Pilot

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Feb 29 (ANI): Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Sachin Pilot said that the atrocities against Dalits have taken seriously and action will be taken against them who'll be involved. While speaking to mediapersons in Jodhpur, Pilot said, "We have taken the atrocities against Dalits seriously, it is shameful and I condemn such incidents. We'll take action against those involved, if there are shortcomings in our administration and governance then we should address it." Further, he also addressed the issue of corruption. He said, "I feel, its high time now we should take action to remove corruption from its roots."

Sedition Charge: Ensure speedy trial in fast-track court, says Kanhaiya Kumar

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Feb 29 (ANI): The Delhi Government on Friday gave a go-ahead to prosecute former JNUSU President Kanhaiya Kumar and two others involved in the JNU Sedition case. Speaking on this CPI leader Kanhiya Kumar said that this matter was delayed for the political benefit. "The charge-sheet was filed for the first time when I was about to contest the election and now elections are going to be held in Bihar again. There is NDA govt in Bihar, the state govt has passed a resolution in the assembly against NRC-NPR. It is clear that this matter was created and delayed for political benefit. I want a speedy trial in a fast-track court so that the entire country gets to know how a law like Sedition is being misused," said Kanhiya Kumar on charge-sheet that has been filed against him.