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Police commissioner system will help improving law and order: UP DGP

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 13 (ANI): Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath informed that Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved proposal to setup police commissioner system in Lucknow and Noida. Speaking on it, Director General of Uttar Pradesh Police, OP Singh said, "It was a very historic moment when state government took decision of setting UP police commissioner system in Lucknow and Noida. UP cabinet has approved it today. I am so happy that this long-awaited demand of police officials and other professional bodies has now fulfilled. It was very important to set up such system here. I believe after introduction of police commissioner system, the law and order system and crime control in the state will be improved. It would be expected from this system to improve public grievances and law system." He further said, "We would appoint a women police officer to improve women security like Delhi Police. I feel it was important to setup police commissioner system in these two places."

'All of us should work together to oppose CAA': Former Assam CM Tarun Gogoi

Guwahati (Assam), Jan 13 (ANI): Former chief minister of Assam and Congress leader Tarun Gogoi spoke to ANI on his reported statement 'new political party a necessity in Assam'. He said, "I have not said that I will form a new party, some organisations said they are thinking of forming a political party, I said they are welcome to do so. All of us should work together to oppose CAA and defeat BJP."

Bhil tribe described as 'criminal-minded' in MPPSC exam, BJP stages protest

Khandwa (Madhya Pradesh), Jan 13 (ANI): In a question paper of Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) examination, Bhil tribe was described as 'criminal-minded' and 'immoral'. Several BJP leaders staged protest against State Government. Speaking on it, BJP MLA from Pandhana, Ram Dangore said, "What is the Congress Government trying to do? Action should be taken against the person who has set this paper."

EAM Jaishankar receives SCO Secy General Vladimir Norov

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): EAM S Jaishankar received Secretary General Shanghai Cooperation Organization Vladimir Norov on January 13. EAM also tweeted the information of their discussion. Vladimir Norov is on 4-day visit to attend Raisina Dialogue 2020.

Manoj Jha reacts on academicians' letter to PM against violence in institutions

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, after top 208 VCs and academicians wrote to prime minister against the violence in academic institution, RJD leader Manoj Jha said that no need of Delhi Police, give responsibility to these 208 people. "It's a long list, they did the enquiry? No need of Delhi Police, give responsibility to these 208 people. Leftist loosed election if there is a rage in the campus then listen to their voice. Blaming leftist organisation for university violence will not serve the purpose. People are fighting with a copy of Constitution in their hand, either in Shaheen Bagh or anywhere in the country," said Manoj Jha.

'Proper' dress code for 'sparsh darshan' at Kashi Vishwanath, propose authorities

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 13 (ANI): A proposal is being discussed to arrange 'sparsh darshan' at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in 'proper' dress code. Deepak Agrawal, Commissioner, Varanasi said that we have discussed proposal to allow people for 'sparsh darshan' in proper outfit. He said, "In present, 'sparsh darshan' is only available after morning prayers, otherwise devotees can only have sight from distance. But devotees want to visit for a longer time. We are dwelling on the proposal to allow people for 'sparsh darshan' in proper dress code. Nothing has been decided yet."

AIUDF leaders protest against CAA outside Assam assembly

Guwahati (Assam), Jan 13 (ANI): MLAs and leaders of All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) staged protest outside Assam assembly against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) on Jan 13. A special session of the assembly has been called today for extension of SC/ST reservation.

Kite market buzzes with customers ahead of Makar Sankranti

Bhopal (MP), Jan 13 (ANI): Locals thronged markets to purchase their favourite kites in MP's Bhopal. Markets in Bhopal are flooded with varieties of kites ahead of the festival of Makar Sankranti. Nation celebrates beginning season of harvest on Makar Sankranti. It also marks the culmination of winters. Speaking to ANI, a local said, "We should all celebrate this festival and be considerate about the environment as well."

Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari attend road safety stakeholders meet in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): The road safety stakeholders meet was organised in Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari met the stake holders. General VK Singh was also present at the meet. The agenda of the meet was to ensure road safety and to take preventive measures to avoid road accidents.

Equity indices edge higher, Infosys gains by 4pc on good Q3 results

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): Equity benchmark indices traded with a positive note during early hours on Jan 13. The BSE S-P Sensex was up by 215points to 41,814 while the nifty 50 ticked up by 55 points at 12,312. Except for nifty auto, all sectoral indices were in the positive zones. Nifty IT gained by 1.36%, pharma by 0.87% and FMGC by 0.77%.

2 dead after bus turns turtle on Agra-Lucknow Expressway due to poor visibility

Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 13 (ANI): Two died and at least six injured in the incident where a bus rolled over on Agra-Lucknow Expressway due to low visibility. The incident happened near Fatehabad. The injured were immediately taken to nearby hospital. Cases of accident in fog have increased due to low visibility on roads.

BJP party office allegedly set on fire by TMC workers

Asansol (West Bengal), Jan 13 (ANI): A BJP office was set ablaze on Jan 12 late night. The incident took place at Salanpur village in Asansol. BJP has alleged that TMC is behind the incident. Police has begun investigation. Asansol is the Parliamentary constituency of Union Minister Babul Supriyo.

Proposal to setup police commissioner system in Lucknow, Noida approved: CM Yogi

Lucknow (UP), Jan 13 (ANI): While briefing the press, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath informed that Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved proposal to setup police commissioner system in Lucknow and Noida. "Biggest step towards police reform has been taken by our Govt today. Uttar Pradesh cabinet has approved proposal to setup police commissioner system in Lucknow and Noida," said CM.

'No information about Opposition CAA meeting': Sanjay Singh

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, on Opposition meeting called by Congress over Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh said that party doesn't have information about the meeting. "We have no information about any such meeting. So, it makes no sense to attend a meeting we have no information about," said Sanjay Singh.

Locals swamp tea stalls to beat chill in UP's Varanasi

Varanasi (UP), Jan 13 (ANI): Locals set up bonfire as UP's Varanasi continued to reel under cold wave on Jan 13. Thick layer of fog canopied Varanasi. Due to intense cold, commuters are facing problems in morning hours. The temperature has dropped down further due to heavy snowfall in parts of North India.

Republic Day Parade 2020 rehearsals begin despite cold in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): Practice for Republic Day Parade 2020 took place at Rajpath on Jan 13. Parade practice continued despite intense cold in Delhi. Thick layer of fog also canopied Delhi. The temperature has dropped down further to several degrees due to heavy snowfall in parts of North India.

Endangered 'Hargila' bird gives birth through artificial breeding in Assam Zoo

Guwahati (Assam), Jan 13 (ANI): Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden and Aaranyak, a city based NGO have been successful in artificially breeding a pair of greater adjutant stork chicks in the zoo. This was the first experiment which gained success. Dr Purnima Devi Barman, who led the greater adjutant conservation project of Aaranyak said, "Greater adjutant stork is an endangered bird. We have been doing this experiment since 2017. For the first time, greater adjutant stork has been artificially bred in an enclosure."

Bihar Police candidate tries to cheat, caught after earphones get stuck inside ears

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Jan 13 (ANI): A candidate appeared for Bihar Police examination, caught for using unfair means in Muzaffarpur. He was caught after earphones got stuck in his ears as he was in terrible pain. He was immediately brought to the hospital. A case is registered against the candidate. Further Investigation is underway. Speaking on it, Muzaffarpur Police official, Nishar Ahmad said, "We got the information that a candidate who is appearing for examination of Bihar Police, caught because he was using Bluetooth while writing the exam. He was in terrible pain as earphone got stuck in his ear and was brought to hospital."

Homeless swamp night shelters as Delhi reels under cold wave

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): Homeless flock to night shelters due to extreme cold weather. These night shelters have become heaven for homeless people. They are provided with free blankets, pillows. Severe cold wave conditions in the national capital have made life out of order. Due to intense cold, commuters are facing problems in morning hours.

China-India relations moving forward despite ups and downs: Chinese envoy

Kolkata, Jan 13 (ANI): Chinese Ambassador to India, Sun Weidong said that China-India relations have been moving forward despite ups and downs. "This year marks the 70th anniversary of China-India diplomatic relations. Over the past 7 decades, China-India relations have been moving forward despite ups and downs, rain or sunshine," said Chinese Ambassador to India. "In recent years, under the guidance of the leaders of the two countries, China-India relations have entered a new stage of sound development. President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi held two informal summits to co-write the chapter of dragon and elephant dancing together," he further added. He made these statements in an event named Chinese New Year Reception in Kolkata.