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Sensex jumps 634 points as US-Iran tensions ease, auto and realty stocks gain

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Bulls regained control on the D-Street amid softening crude oil prices on Thursday following optimism in global markets after US President Donald Trump's comments on the Iran conflict eased worries and improved risk appetite. The BSE S-P Sensex closed 634 points or 1.55 per cent higher at 41,451 while the Nifty 50 moved up by 188 points at 12,214. Except for Nifty IT, all sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were in the green with Nifty realty ticking up by 2.73 per cent, auto by 2.68 per cent, PSU bank by 2.41 per cent and metal by 1.43 per cent. The cooling off of oil prices lifted market sentiments as India imports more than 85 per cent of its requirement. The international benchmark Brent crude futures fell by 4.1 per cent amid volatility in the previous session and traded around 65 dollars a barrel.

NGO seeks court permission to motivate Nirbhaya convicts for organ donation

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Lawyer Rishi Kapoor told ANI that he has filed an application in Delhi's Patiala House Court seeking permission to meet Nirbhaya case convicts to motivate them to donate their organs. While speaking to ANI, Kapoor said, "On behalf of NGO Raco, I have moved application in Delhi's Patiala House Court seeking permission to meet Nirbhaya case convicts to motivate them to donate their organs. On Dec 16, 2019, we made representation before jail authorities who asked us to take orders from court. The application is pending." Patiala House Court has issued death warrants against all four convicts in 2012 Nirbhaya gang-rape case. The execution of convicts will be held on January 22 at 7 am.

Army Chief Naravane visits war memorial at Siachen base camp

Siachen (Ladakh), Jan 09 (ANI): Newly appointed Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane visited the war memorial at Siachen base camp on Jan 09. He paid tribute to all the soldiers who lost their life for the country. Army Chief Naravane also met soldiers in Siachen. It was the Naravane's first outstation trip after taking over the top job. Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh was also present. While speaking to media persons, he said, "I would like to convey my best wishes and greetings for New Year. It's always been my intention to come here on taking over but weather was not very good in 1st week of Jan. But I'm happy that this is my 1st visit as the Chief of Army Staff."

Delhi govt opened around 20, 000 new classrooms in last 5 years: CM Kejriwal

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, while addressing a press conference in the national capital on January 09, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal spoke about Delhi schools. He said, "There are schools of Delhi Nagar Nigam and also of Delhi government in which Nagar Nigam runs primary schools while Delhi government runs secondary schools." "On one side, in last nine years 109 schools of Nagar Nigam have been shut between 2011-2019, while on the contrary in past five years Delhi government have established around 20, 000 new classrooms which is equal to the infrastructure of around 500 new schools," he added. "In last 9 years, 2,50,000 students have been reduced from schools of Nagar Nigam," CM Kejriwal further stated.

This Bhopal woman helps domestic violence victims to stand on their own feet

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Jan 09 (ANI): Bhopal NGO 'Gauravi' is helping women getting empowered. They are providing training to women to drive e-rickshaws. These women are mostly victims of domestic violence. The initiative was started by Reena Malviya. She along with NGO 'Gauravi' is working for last 5 years for women empowerment.

Delegation of foreign envoys meet J-K politicos in Srinagar

Srinagar (J-K), Jan 09 (ANI): A 15-member delegation of envoys from different countries arrived in Srinagar on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on January 09. They will see firsthand the efforts being made by the government to restore normalcy in the region. They met political leaders from J-K including Ghulam Hasan Mir, Altaf Bukhari, Shoaib Iqbal Lone, Hilal Ahmed Shah, Noor Mohd Sheikh, Abdul Majid Padder, Abdul Rahim Rather and Rafi Ahmed Mir. They were also briefed by Chinar Corps Commander Lieutenant General Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon in Srinagar. The delegation, which includes diplomats from the United States, Maldives, Norway, Argentina, Niger, Togo, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Korea, Peru, Morocco, among others, will meet civil society leaders and will be briefed on the security situation by the Army and intelligence services during the two-day visit.

Delhi Police organized passing out parade of DANIPS Officers

New Delhi, 09 January (ANI): Delhi police organized passing out parade of 09 Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service (DANIPS) Officers at PTC Jharoda Kalan, Delhi. The newly inducted trainees were given inputs of Police investigation. They have been sensitized on gender issues and crime against vulnerable sections of the society and in outdoors they were imparted training in driving, firing, handling of latest weapons and explosives, besides physical endurance. During their basic training, trainees were also given the knowledge of IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, Computers, Cyber Crime, Traffic Rules and Human Rights. Commissioner of Delhi Police, Amulya Patnaik, reviewed the passing out parade. On this occasion, Commissioner of Delhi Police gave away the trophies to the winners and he also motivated them to enhance efficiency for effective policing in maintaining law and order.

Gangster Ejaz Lakdawala worked for Dawood Ibrahim, Chhota Rajan: Maharashtra HM

Mumbai, Jan 09 (ANI): Mumbai Police arrested the close aid of Dawood Ibrahim and one of the most wanted gangsters, Ejaz Lakdawala, in Bihar's Patna on January 08. Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh held a press conference to address the arrest. Anil Deshmukh said, "Gangster Ejaz Lakdawala used to work for Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Rajan. 25 extortion FIRs and 80 other complaints are registered against him. I congratulate Police on their success."

Delegation of foreign envoys arrive in Srinagar for 2-day visit

Srinagar (JandK), Jan 09 (ANI): A 15-member delegation of envoys from different countries arrived in Srinagar on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir on January 09. They will see firsthand the efforts being made by the government in the region. The Delhi-based envoys were briefed by the Indian Army on the security situation. This is the first visit by diplomats to JandK since the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution that accorded special status to the region. The delegation includes diplomats from the United States, Maldives, Norway, Argentina, Niger, Togo, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Korea, Peru, Morocco, among others, will meet civil society leaders and will be briefed on the security situation by the Army and intelligence services during the two-day visit. In 2019, a delegation comprising members of the European Parliament had also visited the Valley after the abrogation of Article 370.

Delhi Police can't help if getting instructions from supreme authorities for not stopping violence: CM Kejriwal

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, while addressing a press conference in the national capital on January 09, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal spoke on law and order situation and Delhi Police. He said, "What Delhi Police can do? If they are getting instructions from supreme authorities that they don't have to stop violence and not to improve the law and order situation then what policemen can do in that?" "If they will not follow guidelines or instructions then they will lose their jobs and will be suspended," CM added.

Let's not spoil India's image of 'unity in diversity': Archbishop on CAA

Bengaluru, Jan 09 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Bengaluru on January 09, Archbishop of Bengaluru Peter Machado spoke on Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He said, "Let religion not be made criteria for citizenship. Let's not spoil India's image of unity in diversity. Don't isolate a religion or community." "We are not targeted now but we could be in future. We are also a minority and it could happen to any of us," Archbishop added.

Fire breaks out in Noida's ESIC hospital

Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 09 (ANI): Fire broke out in ESIC hospital in UP's Noida on Jan 09. At least six fire tenders reached at the spot. People including patients evacuated from the hospital. The reason of fire is yet unknown and more details awaited.

Assembly polls: Delhi masses feel governance model of AAP, says CM Kejriwal

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Ahead of Delhi Assembly elections, while addressing a press conference in the national capital on January 09, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal spoke on model of governance. He said, "People listen on television and watch on social media and newspapers about what all is happening in Delhi but on the other side the masses of Delhi on an everyday basis feel the governance model." "Residents of national capital gave responsibility of Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and Delhi Police to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for doing good work and on the contrary they gave responsibilities of schools, water, hospital, electricity and others to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)," he added. "Now, they have two model of governance in front of them and in the coming polls (on February 08) they will have to decide that for Delhi and country which model of governance is better," CM Kejriwal further stated.

'Queen of Hills' looks breathtaking as covered with snow

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 09 (ANI): Queen of Hills, Shimla is covered with layer of beautiful white snow. Rooftops, trees, cars, roads are covered with snow. In eight districts of the state, snow ranging between one to five feet had accumulated at different locations till yesterday. Shimla looked breathtaking in the cold weather. Temperature has dipped down several degrees in the 'Queen of Hills'. Temperature here is recorded at -2C. Normal lives also got affected and roads are blocked in the hilly region.

JNU students stage protest against violence in campus

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) student union held a protest march against violence in University. Students carried posters demanding removal of the VC. Students raised slogans against Modi Government. Heavy security was deployed outside the varsity in view of student's protest.

PM Modi meets top economists ahead of Union Budget

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met top economists of the country at Niti Aayog on January 09. The meeting was held ahead of the Union Budget. Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and Nitin Gadkari were also present. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for financial year 2020-21 on February 01.

Delhi Assembly elections: BJP organises bike rally

New Delhi, Jan 09 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters took out bike rally from party state office as part of its Assembly elections campaign. BJP MP Meenakashi Lekhi was present at the event. Speaking at the event, Lekhi said, "This is a formal start. Everyone is in favour of the BJP's policies. When you see around that everyone is trying to make BJP win in Delhi." Delhi elections will be held on February 08, while the counting of votes will take place on February 11.

Gangster Ejaz Lakdawala's daughter gave information about him: Joint CP of Mumbai Police

Mumbai, Jan 09 (ANI): Gangster Ejaz Lakdawala was arrested from Patna by Mumbai Police's anti extortion cell on Jan 08. He is remanded to police custody till January 21 by Court. Speaking on Ejaz Lakdawala's arrest, Joint Commissioner of Mumbai Police, Santosh Rastogi said, "Ejaz Lakadwala's daughter was in our custody since December 28. She gave a lot of information to us. Our sources also told us about his arrival in Patna, he was arrested in Jattanpur Police Station limits. On the basis of this information, with the help of Bihar Police, we countercheck him and for verification, we brought him here in Mumbai. On Jan 08 at 10:30 pm, we arrested him in Mumbai."

World Bank pegs India's growth at 5pc in FY20, projects recovery next year

New Delhi, Jan 09(ANI): The World Bank has projected India's growth at 5% in the current financial year 2019-20 which is set to recover to 5.8% in the following fiscal year. "weakness in credit from non-bank financial companies is expected to linger"- Said World Bank in its latest semi-annual Global Economic Prospects report. Globally, the bank projected that economic growth is projected to recover 2.5% in 2020 from 2.4% in 2019 also the bank has noted that downside risk persists that might have an impact on the world's growth

Watch: Dalit man beaten black and blue in MP's Ashok Nagar

Ashok Nagar (MP), Jan 09 (ANI): Dalit man was brutally thrashed by a mob in Madhya Pradesh's Ashok Nagar on Jan 08. He was beaten black and blue with rod and stick. The video surfaced on social media. Police registered FIR against 2 miscreants under SC/ST Act. Further investigation is underway.