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Equity indices in the green ahead of RBI monetary policy

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices advanced during early hours on Thursday ahead of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) meeting to decide on key interest rates. While several market experts expect the status quo in benchmark rates, some hoped for a cut. At 10:15 am, the BSE S and P Sensex was up by 100 points to 41,243 while the Nifty 50 gained 34 points at 12,123. All sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the positive zone with Nifty metal up by 1.3 per cent and pharma by 1.2 per cent.

Coronavirus effect: Chinese nationals attend Auto Expo with mask on

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 06 (ANI): The 15th edition of Auto Expo 2020 once again made a grand entry at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. But due to novel coronavirus, a number of Chinese nationals at the Auto Expo were seen wearing masks. Speaking on coronavirus impact, Director of Sales and Marketing of Great Wall Motors, HS Brar said, "A big delegation was supposed to come from China but we cancelled their trip. Interaction of Chinese colleagues with public has been reduced."

Radhika Apte owns the ramp in floral dress

Mumbai, Feb 06 (ANI): 'Netflix' queen Radhika Apte became the show stopper for a fashion brand. She rocked the chic, casual look at the ramp. She wore a floral dress for the show. She was seen sporting her signature makeup look with her hair down.

6 injured in clash between BJP and TMC in WB's Asansol

Asansol (West Bengal), Feb 06 (ANI): Six people including one female were injured in a political clash between Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers over construction of a BJP office in West Bengal's Asansol. BJP workers alleged that TMC workers had come to the spot and stopped the work while latter group counter-alleged that BJP hadn't obtained permission from Panchayat for the construction. The incident took place on February 05.The injured people were sent to Asansol District Hospital for treatment. Getting the news, cops of Salanpur Police station had been to the spot and are investigating into the matter.

Air quality improves a bit in Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): Air quality of the national capital improved on February 06. According to Air Quality Index (AQI), PM 2.5 was at 176 in 'moderate' category and PM 10 at 209 in 'poor' category near Lodhi Road. Moreover, with moderate temperature, Delhiites got a little bit relief from the cold weather.

Coronavirus impacts diamond exports in Surat

Surat (Gujarat), Feb 06 (ANI): The anti-government protests in Hong Kong and the US-China trade war has already impacted the polished diamond exports from India and now the outbreak of deadly coronavirus is expected to decrease the overall exports. China is the world's second largest diamond jewellery market after United States. The outbreak of coronavirus will impact consumer demand, resulting in decline in export of polished diamonds. Diamantaires in Surat says that Coronavirus outbreak in China and Hong Kong will affect their business, and have a negative impact on the diamond industry of India and bring them a loss of around Rs 8,000-10,000 crore in the next two months. The spread of Coronavirus in China and across the world is making the diamantaires of Surat worried. They aren't as frightened for the infection itself than they are from the prospect of exports of polished diamond getting hit by the outbreak.

'Pink City' receives UNESCO World Heritage City certificate

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Feb 06 (ANI): Walled-city of Jaipur formally was accorded World Heritage City status. UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay on February 05 presented the World Heritage certificate to state's Urban Development and Housing (UDH) Minister Shanti Dhariwal.

Bengaluru gets zero waste juice shop

Bengaluru, Feb 06 (ANI): A shop owner has started a unique initiative to keep the environment clean in Bengaluru's Malleshwaram by selling juice in fruit shells. The juice shop named 'Eat Raja' offers juice in the particular fruit shell to avoid any wastage. Apart from the juice in fruit shell, shop also offers free juice to encourage people to quit smoking in the view of the clean environment. People who bring their own steel cups to prevent the use of plastic get a discount and can drink juice in Rs 20 only.

Ganesh Acharya should go to jail: Victim choreographer

Mumbai, Feb 06 (ANI): Woman choreographer who was allegedly harassed by Indian choreographer Ganesh Acharya demanded justice. She also stated that Ganesh Acharya has been misusing his power. "I want justice; I want Ganesh Acharya to go to jail. He should be boycotted from the industry. He has been misusing his power," said the victim. Mumbai Police has booked Bollywood choreographer Ganesh Acharya on charges of sexually harassing a woman choreographer. He was booked after a 33-year-old female choreographer accused him of depriving her of work and forcing her to watch adult videos. The girl had filed complaint against Ganesh Acharya at Mumbai's Amboli Police Station on January 28.

Instagram now lets you reply to Stories with GIFs

New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): GIFs are everyone's favorite and Instagram has now added the ability to respond to Stories using the loopy clips. Instagram made the announcement through an official tweet, saying users can reply to their friends' Stories using GIFs by GIPHY. To try out the new feature, simply update your Instagram app to its latest version on iOS or Android. The GIF option is visible when you reply to a story.

Auto Expo 2020: Carmakers showcase their best for India

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 06 (ANI): Auto Expo is here and car enthusiasts have their eyes wide opened to get glimpse of upcoming cars being showcased by auto manufacturers. Here are some swanky cars unveiled by auto giants. Indian as well as international car manufacturers will mark their presence at the expo. Here are some exciting cars to watch out for.

Chinese woman marries man in West Bengal with Indian rituals

Purba Medinipur (WB), Feb 06 (ANI): Love knows no boundaries and flourishes regardless of nationality and religion. In a recent instance, an Indian man named Pintu tied the knot with a woman of Chinese nationality in West Bengal. The marriage ceremony was held according to Indian rituals on February 05. The couple fell in love when they met during a business deal in China. Several people took part in the wedding however, bride's family was not able to take part in the wedding due to coronavirus situation in the country.

Watch: PM Modi attends military equipments showcasing at DefExpo 2020

Lucknow (UP), Feb 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 05 inaugurated the Defence Expo 2020 in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow. After the inaugural ceremony, PM Modi also attended showcasing of military equipments, which are developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The event is scheduled to be held from February 5-9.

Delhi polls: Rahul Gandhi hits out at PM Modi, CM Arvind Kejriwal during Kondli election rally

New Delhi, Feb 05 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal during his election rally in New Delhi's Kondli town. "Narendra Modi and Kejriwal teach patriotism to the people, it is not needed as every citizen of the country is a patriot. This is just a way to divide people," said Rahul Gandhi. Delhi assembly election will take place on February 08.

Pace of defence cooperation between US and India is accelerating: US Envoy

Lucknow (UP), Feb 05 (ANI): United States Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster on February 5 attended DefExpo 2020 in Lucknow. While addressing the media, he said that the pace of defence cooperation between US and India is accelerating. 'I had the pleasure of travelling back in Washington DC last December to attend the second US-India 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue, two things with that Ministerial Dialogue stood out that the pace of defence cooperation between US and India is accelerating and second that our respective industry partners are playing a key role in the growth in our defence relationship," said Juster. "I am please that the US government and the American industries are working together to explore way to deepen industry cooperation in US-India defence trade," added Juster.

Watch: PM Modi reviews stalls at DefExpo 2020

Lucknow (UP), Feb 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 05 inaugurated the Defence Expo 2020 in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow. He was accompanied by Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh's Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. After the inaugural ceremony, PM Modi reviewed the stall showcasing a virtual shooting range. The theme of DefExpo 2020 is 'Digital Transformation of Defence.' The event is scheduled to be held from February 5-9 in Lucknow.

Watch: Rape accused Chinmayanand released from jail, gets grand welcome by supporters

Shahjahanpur (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 05 (ANI): Rape accused Chinmayanand released from jail after getting bail from Allahabad High Court. His supporters welcomed him with roses. Former union minister Chinmayanand was arrested in September. A 23-year-old law student of a Shahjahanpur college filed the rape case against the minister, who was also said to be student of his law college.

Wreath laying ceremony of CRPF Constable GD Ramesh performed in Budgam

Budgam (JandK), Feb 05 (ANI): The wreath laying ceremony of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Constable GD Ramesh Ranjan was performed in JandK's Budgam district on February 05. He lost his life in an attack by terrorists on the check-post in Srinagar's Parim Pora. JandK DGP Dilbag Singh also paid tribute to Constable GD Ramesh Ranjan.

Nirbhaya case: All convicts will be hanged together, says Delhi HC

New Delhi, Feb 05 (ANI): Nirbhaya's Mother Asha Devi, welcomed the Delhi High Court's decision to dismiss the Centre's plea challenging trial court order which had stayed the execution of all 4 convicts. Court said death warrant against all 4 convicts can't be executed separately. "I welcome Delhi High Court's verdict. It gives all 4 convicts 1 week to resort to all legal remedies available to them. After this, the convicts should be hanged soon," said Asha Devi. Delhi High Court observed that Delhi prison rules do not state that if mercy petition of one convict is pending, the execution of the other convicts can take place.

DefExpo 2020: Aims to develop 25 AI-based products in next 5 years, says PM Modi

Lucknow (UP), Feb 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 05 inaugurated the Defence Expo 2020 in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow. While addressing the gathering, he said that India aims to develop 25 products based on artificial intelligence in the next 5 years. "Seeing new security challenges, the security forces are developing new technologies. Our aim is to develop 25 products based on artificial intelligence in the next 5 years," said Modi. The Expo is being held from 5-9 February in Lucknow.