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Indo-China talk will focus on boundary delimitation, border management: Defence Expert Sehgal

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on India-China boundary talks, the Defence Expert PK Sehgal said, "This is the 22nd round of bordered negotiation between India and China. This time the talk was surrounded in absolute secrecy and relations between the two sides have deteriorated after the Chinese have shown increasing interest of meddling into Kashmir. India announced the arrival of Chinese delegation only 24 hours before the event.""The Chinese Special Representative (SR) is led by the Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and on the Indian side it is NSA Ajit Doval,"he added. "Three issues are going to be discussed-border delimitation, border management and any other issue of critical concern regional or international to both the sides,"Sehgal further stated. The National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held 22nd meeting of Special Representatives (SR) for India-China Bound

Protestors once again gather outside Jamia to demonstrate against CAA

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Protestors gathered outside Jamia Millia on Dec 21 to protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC). They held placards and also raised slogans. Delhi Police-Jamia students clashed on Dec 15 after protest turned violent.

Study reveals why belly fat is bad for brain functioning

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Making a New Year's resolution to work out more and eat healthier may be a good idea, not only for your overall health but also to maintain healthy brain function. Researchers have found for the first time that less muscle and more body fat may affect how flexible our thinking gets as we become older, and changes in parts of the immune system could be responsible.These findings could lead to new treatments that help maintain mental flexibility in ageing adults with obesity, sedentary lifestyles, or muscle loss that naturally happens with ageing. The study was published in the journal of Brain, Behaviour, and Immunity. The researchers examined direct measurements of lean muscle mass, abdominal fat, and subcutaneous fat, and how they were related to changes in fluid intelligence over six years. Greater muscle mass, by contrast, appeared to be a protective factor. These relationships stayed the same even after taking into account chronological age, level of educat

Anti-CAA protestors gather outside railway station in Chennai

Chennai, Dec 21 (ANI): A number of protestors from Left organizations gathered outside Chennai railway station to stage protest against new Citizenship Act on Dec 21. They demonstrated holding placards outside railway station. Police forces have also been deployed at the site to keep an eye on the protestors. Protests have erupted across parts of India against the Act since the day it was passed in both of the Houses of Parliament.

Anti-CAA protest: Police arrest 10 people in connection with violence in Delhi's Daryaganj

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Police have arrested 10 people in connection with violence during anti-CAA protest in Delhi's Daryaganj area on December 20. Section 144 had been imposed in several areas of Delhi and metro services were closed in few of the stations. Protests have erupted across Delhi and parts of India against the Act.

17 trains to north India running late amid dense fog

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): As a thick blanket of fog engulfs northern part of India, as many as 17 trains were delayed for over two hours due to operational reasons on December 21. Passengers are facing problems at New Delhi Railway Station. The trains which are running late include 15707 Katihar-Amritsar Express which running late by 3:45 hours, 13413 Malda-Delhi Farakka Express running late by 2:30 hours, 12801 Puri-New Delhi Purushottam Express running late by 3:45 hours, 12397 Gaya-New Delhi Mahabodhi Express running late by 3:40 hours, 12565 Darbhanga-New Delhi Bihar Sankranti running late by 2:30 hours and 12553 Barauni New Delhi Vaishali Express running late by 2:00 hours. Similarly, 12427 Rewa-Anand Vihar Superfast Express running late by 2:15 hours, 12303 Howrah-New Delhi Poorva Express running late by 3:00 hours, 12367 Bhagalpur-Anand Vihar Vikramshila running late by 2:00 hours, 12721 Hyderabad-Nizamuddin Dakshin Express running late by 2:45 hours, 11057 Mumbai-Amritsar Dadar

Markets in Chennai jam-packed ahead of Christmas

Chennai, Dec 21 (ANI): Ahead of Christmas celebration across nation, decorative items are available in the market in abundance. People are flocking to markets to buy these decorative items. Stars, candies, Christmas and green fir trees are available in various types and sizes. People celebrate the annual festival of Christmas with full fervour. The festival is celebrated on December 25, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.

Ajit Doval meets Chinese Foreign Minister for 'India-China Boundary Question'

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): The National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in the national capital on December 21. They met for the 22nd meeting of Special Representatives (SR) for India-China Boundary Question. This is the first meeting of the Special Representatives between the two countries since the 2nd Informal Summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in October this year.

We need to find a solution if there is something wrong: Mukesh Bhatt on CAA protest

Mumbai, Dec 21 (ANI): While speaking to media in Mumbai on Citizenship Amendment Act, Film producer Mukesh Bhatt said, "I am personally very upset as the entire country is in flames. Even after that if one can't see, then it is really unfortunate." "If the youth is out on roads, then we need to look at it and discuss what wrong has happened," he added.

North Indian cities shiver due to cold wave

Noida/ Hapur (UP)/ Ludhiana (Punjab), Dec 21 (ANI): With the temperature going down steadily, a thick layer of fog canopied north India on December 21. Temperature in Punjab's Ludhiana is expected to go as low as 7 degree Celsius. People are setting up bonfires to get relief and keep themselves warm in chilly winters in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur district. Locals in Noida are facing problem in doing their daily activities. In the coming days, the temperature is expected to go further down.

BSF jawans brave freezing weather to guard border in JandK

RS Pura (JandK), Dec 21 (ANI): Border Security Force (BSF) Jawans have left no stone unturned to ensure safety of the people of the nation and they are patrolling at LoC in the freezing weather in JandK's RS Pura. Temperature constantly clocking zero to minus degrees has failed to divert jawans' attention. One of the BSF Jawans said, "We stay alert at the border all the time, no matter if it's raining, sunny or winters. We cannot rest as it will lead to problems to our citizens. People of country are soundly sleeping because they trust us." BSF jawans are known for their sharp alertness even in harsh weather conditions.

B-town celebs attend Sohail Khan's b'day bash

Mumbai, Dec 21 (ANI): As actor-turned producer Sohail Khan turned 50, he celebrated his birthday bash with industry friends. B-town celebs arrived at Sohail's residence to wish him on his birthday. Helen and Salim Khan were seen outside his residence. Superstar Salman Khan also joined his brother's birthday party. Filmmaker Vikas Bahl and couple Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh arrived together. Sunny Leone came with husband Denial Weber for the party. Comedians Kapil Sharma and Sunil Grover also attended the bash.

Man arrested in alleged rape of minor girl in Surat

Surat (Gujarat), Dec 21 (ANI): Police arrested one man in connection with the alleged rape of a 4-year-old girl in Gujarat's Surat. Shashi was arrested by Surat Police on December 20. The incident of rape took place in Sachin GIDC area of Surat in November. While speaking to ANI, the Police Commissioner of Surat City, RB Brahmbhatt said, "We are interrogating the accused. Further investigation will be done."

BMC rolls out meal at Rs 10 for employees in Maharashtra

Mumbai, Dec 21 (ANI): The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has rolled out 'thali' (meal) for Rs 10 in its canteen for employees. BMC Mayor Kishori Pednekar inaugurated the initiative on December 19. The meal includes two chapatis, rice, daal and two vegetable dishes. While speaking to ANI, the Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar said, "The Rs 10 meal scheme is a part of Shiv Sena's manifesto. Since the BMC canteen already had the option, we decided to introduce it here." "The scheme will be soon introduced for the common people," she added. Speaking to ANI, owner of the canteen, Savita Palkar said, "Everybody is coming here. The response is good. People are coming here and enjoying lunch at Rs 10." The Common Minimum Programme (CMP) of Maha Vikas Aghadi, an alliance of Shiv Sena, NCP and Congress in Maharashtra, had promised to provide food for the common people in the state for Rs 10. In their CMP, the alliance partners had promised to 'provide cheap and efficient food for the commo

Police busted hawala racket in Hyderabad, 5 held

Hyderabad, Dec 21 (ANI): Police busted a hawala racket and arrested five people in Hyderabad City on December 20. More than Rs 1 crore were seized from their possession. The East Zone Team of Commissioner's Taskforce arrested the five people.

Homeless move to night shelters as winters in Delhi get chilly

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): As temperature in the national capital is hovering on the lower levels, the homeless turned towards night shelters to cope with chilly winters of Delhi. The government-supported night shelters have become heaven for these homeless people. They are provided with free blankets and pillows in a night shelter near AIIMS metro station. Delhi has been continuously reeling under cold wave for the past week. Due to bad weather and cold waves the flight operations at Delhi airport are affected. 46 flights were diverted till midnight due to dense fog at Delhi Airport. On the other side around 17 trains to north India are also running late due to operational reasons.

3 arrested in alleged gang rape of woman in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur

Jashpur (Chhattisgarh), Dec 21 (ANI): Three persons were arrested in connection with the alleged gang rape of a woman in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district on December 20. They were arrested from Pathalgaon town of Jashpur district. The gang rape of a woman took place on November 01. While speaking to ANI, the police official said, "The incident happened in November when the victim was called to Phutela village by one of the accused on the pretext of a birthday party."

Assam will remain with Assamese people: CM Sonowal

Guwahati (Assam), Dec 21 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal assured the people that adequate measures will be taken to get the Clause 6 of the Assam Accord implemented. He said, "Assam will remain with the Assamese people. For this, whatever legislation are required, we will bring those. PM and HM have assured people of Assam that all adequate measures will be taken to get the Clause 6 of Assam Accord implemented." Further adding on violence during anti- Citizenship Act protests in Assam, CM Sonowal said, "Whoever was involved will not be spared, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted."

People stage protest outside Delhi Police Headquarters

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): People gather at Delhi Police Headquarters in ITO on the evening of December 20 to protest against the police. Protest against Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 got violent in Delhi on December 20. A car was also set on fire during the protest near Jama Masjid area. However, protesters were later detained by Delhi Police.

Om Birla distributes blankets among poor near AIIM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla distributed blankets to people near AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences). Minimum temperature was recorded at 6.4 degree Celsius on December 20. Dense fog engulfed Delhi-NCR on the morning of December 20, resulting in cancellation of several flights.