New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): JNU administration filed a complaint at Vasant Kunj (North) police station against the vandalism and defacement of Swami Vivekananda's statue at Jawaharlal Nehru University. The statue was allegedly vandalised by miscreants on November 14 amid protest against fee hike. Hours later the slogans written on Vivekananda's statue were wiped off by the students. It was also decorated with flowers.
Unnao (UP), Nov 16 (ANI): Farmers staged a protest in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao. They alleged that they have not been properly compensated for their lands that were acquired for Trans Ganga City project of UP State Industrial Development Corporation. Devendra Kumar Pandey, District Magistrate of Unnao said, "Trans-Ganga City is an under construction project, farmers have been compensated. There is faction of farmers who are misleading others for their selfish motives, despite the fact that their grievances have already been resolved."
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on November 16 took a critical stand on state of journalism in the country. During an event he said, sensational news means senseless news and core values of journalism are getting eroded. "Sensationalism has become order of the day, sensational news means senseless news. With Business groups, political parties and personalities setting up TV channels and newspapers to further their interests, core values of journalism are getting eroded," said Naidu.
Motihari (Bihar), Nov 16 (ANI): At least four people have died and more than five have been injured after a boiler exploded in an NGO's kitchen in Bihar's Motihari on November 16. Injured have been admitted to hospital. The boiler exploded while mid-day meal was being prepared by the members of the NGO. Police and state government officials have reached the blast site and further investigation is underway. The cause of the boiler explosion is yet to be ascertained.
Panaji (Goa), Nov 16 (ANI): MiG-29K fighter aircraft crashed in Goa on November 16. The aircraft crashed soon after it took off for a training mission today. Both the pilots managed to eject safely from the aircraft. The aircraft involved in the crash was a trainer version of the fighter jet.
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders protested against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi. Police personnel in large numbers were deployed to disperse the crowd. They demand apology from CM Kejrwial over his allegations in Rafale deal. Supreme Court on November 14 dismissed review petitions seeking probe in Rafale deal.
Mumbai, Nov 16 (ANI): Singer and composer duo Sajid and Wajid Khan who have helmed music of Salman Khan-starrer 'Dabangg 3', talked about movie's songs which are getting tremendous response. Both the composers said that they have used 80 percent of the fresh talent this time to give a whole new feel to the listeners.
Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), Nov 16 (ANI): Carcass of an Olive Ridley Turtle washed ashore at Sangumal Beach in Rameswaram on November 16. According to a fisherman, "The turtle may have hit a rock while swimming. This happens in this season." After post-mortem the body of the turtle was buried at the beach by forest officials
Ramban (JandK), Nov 16 (ANI): Vehicular movement between Jammu and Srinagar has been suspended since November 14 in the Valley following landslide. Landslide at Digdole area in JandK's Ramban district blocked NH44. Several incidents of landslide were reported in the area since last week.
Mumbai (Maharashtra), Nov 16 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a massive protest in Mumbai on November 16. They demanded an apology from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after Supreme Court (SC) dismissed Rafale review petitions. The protest was led by Maharashtra BJP President Chandrakant Patil. Party leader Shaina NC was also present in the protest along with other party workers.
Etawah (UP), Nov 16 (ANI): After being transferred from the Police Lines police station to the one in Bithauli here, an Uttar Pradesh Police sub-inspector took unique step to protest against the "dictatorship" of his superior in a unique way on Friday. SI, Vijay Pratap, jogged nearly 65 kilometer from the Police Lines station intending to go all the way to Bithauli but fainted on the way and was later taken to nearby hospital. "I am being transferred due to the dictatorship of RI. I was asked by the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) to stay back at Police Lines but I am being transferred to Bithauli forcefully by the RI. You can call it my anger or unhappiness, but I will run and go to Bitholi," Pratap said. The sub-inspector is presently in hospital and recovering.
Noida/ Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Nov 16 (ANI): The air quality of National Capital Region (NCR) continues to reel. Thick layer of smog once again enveloped the sky in Noida and Ghaziabad on November 16. Residents of Ghaziabad have complained of spike in respiratory problems, allergies and other health issues. According to the National Air Quality Index (NAQI) data, major pollutants in Ghaziabad's Indirapuram area stands at 437, Loni at 440, Vasundhara at 430, all in 'severe' category. On November 01, the Supreme Court-mandated Environment Pollution Prevention and Control Authority (EPCA) declared public health emergency due to rising air pollution levels.
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): The air quality of national capital took a hit due to a combination of firecracker emissions, stubble burning and unfavourable meteorological conditions in past few weeks. A thick layer of smog blankets the Rajpath area in Delhi on November 16. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) data and System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), major pollutants in Delhi's Lodhi Road area were PM 2.5 at 500 and PM 10 at 500 both in 'severe' category. Higher value of AQI indicates greater level of air pollution and health concern. Residents have complained of a spike in respiratory problems, allergies and other health issues. On November 01, the Supreme Court-mandated Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) declared public health emergency in Delhi due to rising air pollution levels. The stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana makes the situation in Delhi more worse. To curb air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal led-government h
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on reports that US plans to take Dalai Lama succession issue to United Nations (UN), the Director of China Institute of Fudan University (Shanghai) and Chinese Professor, Zhang Weiwei said, "USA is being naive. They have always played the Dalai Lama card in dealing with China. That also shows that they do not have strategic vision."
Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Nov 16 (ANI): The fourth edition of 'Kiah Fashion Show' was organised to support a noble cause for underprivileged children in Odisha's Bhubaneswar on November 15. Cancer survivors walked on ramp to raise fund for children's education. Ramp walk was dedicated to cancer survivors who have fought with the illness with zeal.
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) in the national capital, the Director of China Institute in Fudan University (Shanghai) and Chinese Professor, Zhang Weiwei said, "Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a great idea and don't need to be frightened by it. I remember when we discussed the idea why India preferred to stay outside RCEP, I think it is a mistake."
New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in the national capital on November 15, Minister of State (MoS) Railways Suresh Angadi spoke on state of Indian economy. He said, "Airports and trains are full and if you go to a railway station you don't get tickets, nobody's wedding got stopped. Common people are happy and just to damage Prime Minister's name, opposition is creating this issue."
Pulwama (J and K), Nov 16 (ANI): Several apple orchards in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district were damaged due to heavy snowfall in south Kashmir area of the valley. A team has been constituted to assess the damage. Similarly, apple orchards in Shopian district have also been damaged severely due to heavy snowfall. While speaking to ANI, Chief Horticulture Officer of Pulwama district, RK Kotwal said, "We have constituted a team to assess the damage and we will submit a report to government as soon as possible to provide relief to farmers."
Agra (Uttar Pradesh), Nov 16 (ANI): Agra MLA GS Dharmesh inaugurated Taj View Point from Mehtab Bagh along with administrative officials on Nov 15. After a long wait of three years, it is open for the tourists. Taj View Point has been developed on the banks of Yamuna at Mehtab Bagh. Taj Mahal is one of the 'Seven Wonders of the World' built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This wonder draws millions of tourists from all parts of the world.
Bastar (Chhattisgarh), Nov 16 (ANI): Residents of Chhattisgarh's Jagdalpur have launched a drive to clean the historic Dalpat Sagar Lake of the city. The historic lake is facing extreme threat of water pollution. Flora and fauna of the lake is under threat due to pollution.