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Our country is safe: Army Chief Bipin Rawat on frequent terror attacks in J-K

Tehri (Uttarakhand), Nov 03 (ANI): Chief of Indian Army, General Bipin Rawat attended 'Call to Uttarakhand: Come Back to Roots' event in Tehri on Nov 03. He felicitated families of slain soldiers along with Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath. Being asked about the frequent terror incidents happening in Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan, Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said, "The investigation is on and there is no need to comment on this matter. We are continuously investigating in this matter. There is no point of commenting on it time and again. But one thing I want to say that country is safe, our Army is stationed at the borders. Even in the interior regions, we, along with administrations are investigating."

CJI Ranjan Gogoi advocates for NRC, calls it 'base document for future'

New Delhi, Nov 03 (ANI): Chief Justice of India, Ranjan Gogoi launched the book called 'Post Colonial Assam' in Delhi on November 03. While addressing the event, he said, "This is an occasion to put things in proper perspective, National Register of Citizens (NRC), as it may finally emerge, is not a document of the moment. 19 lakhs or 40 lakhs is not the point. It's base document for future." "Irresponsible reporting by a few media outlets only worsened the situation. There was an urgent need to ascertain with some degree of certainty the number of illegal migrants, which is what the current exercise of NRC had attempted, nothing more nothing less," he added.

Incessant rains damage crops in Maharashtra's Aurangabad

Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Nov 03 (ANI): Incessant rains have damaged crops in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. Damaged crops included corn and other agricultural produce. Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray who is fighting power battle with the BJP post the state polls, also visited the district to meet the farmers who suffered losses due to heavy rains.

32 flights diverted from IGI Airport due to worsening air pollution in Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 03 (ANI): 32 flights have been diverted from the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi as air pollution in the national capital is reaching to unprecedented levels. Air quality in Delhi and nearby areas is under 'severe' category, and schools in Noida have been shut till Nov 05. While schools in Delhi have already been till the same date and a health emergency is already in place in the national capital.

Govts should hold 'Yagya' to control air pollution: UP Minister

New Delhi, Nov 03 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on air pollution in Delhi and NCR region and stubble burning in neighbouring areas, Minister of State (MoS) of Labor Welfare Council in the Uttar Pradesh government, Sunil Bharala said, "Farmers have always practiced stubble burning and it is a natural system. Repeated criticism of it is unfortunate. Governments should hold 'Yagya' to please Lord Indra (God of rain), as done traditionally." "He (Lord Indra) will set things right," Bharala added.

Additional Sessions Judge inspects Tis Hazari Court after Delhi Police-lawyers clash

New Delhi, Nov 03 (ANI): Additional Sessions Judge Pinki on Sunday inspected the Tis Hazari Court in Delhi where violent clashes had broke out between Delhi Police and lawyers over parking issue. At least 20 police officials and several lawyers were injured in the scuffle in which public properties including police vans were damaged. The 'Lok Adalat' scheduled for today in court has been cancelled. Bar Council of India Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra accused the police officials of starting the scuffle and said it was a brutal action by forces against lawyers.

Thick layer of smog covers NCR, AQI under 'severe'category

Ghaziabad/ Noida (Uttar Pradesh)/ Nov 03 (ANI): The air quality of National Capital Region (NCR) took a hit due to a combination of stubble burning, firecracker emissions and unfavourable meteorological conditions in past few weeks. A thick layer of smog continued to cover the sky in the NCR region on November 03. A public health emergency has been declared in the Delhi-NCR region due to rising pollution. Residents of Ghaziabad have complained of a spike in respiratory problems, allergies and other health issues. According to the National Air Quality Index (NAQI) data, major pollutants in Noida are PM 2.5 at 486 and PM 10 at 459 both 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. Higher value of AQI indicates greater level of air pollution and health concern.

PM Modi attends 16th ASEAN-India Summit in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 03 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 16th ASEAN-India (Association of Southeast Asian Nations-India) Summit in Bangkok. Union External Affair Minister S Jai Shankar was also present at the summit. PM Modi reached Thailand's Bangkok on Saturday (November 02) to participate in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), East Asia, and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) summits.

B-town stars seen in and around Mumbai

Mumbai, Nov 03 (ANI): Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra was spotted outside a restaurant in Mumbai on November 02. She was seen with her hubby Raj Kundra and son Viaan Kundra in Bandra area of Mumbai. Shilpa was looking pretty in green printed jumpsuit teaming it up with black sling bag. Actors Shahid Kapoor and Janhvi Kapoor were also spotted outside gym in Mumbai. Shahid was wearing black shade sportswear, while Janhvi was spotted in white crop top with black pants. In work front, she will be next seen in 'Rooh-Afza' which will be released in 2020.

India's Act East policy important part of our Indo-Pacific vision: PM Modi

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 03 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about Indo-Pacific vision at ASEAN-India Summit on November 03 and said that India's Act East policy is an important part of its Indo-Pacific vision. While speaking at the summit, he said, "I welcome India-ASEAN cooperation on Indo-Pacific outlook. India's Act East policy is an important part of our Indo-Pacific vision and ASEAN lies at the core of it. Integrated, strong and economically prospering ASEAN is in interest of India." PM Modi reached Bangkok on Saturday (November 02) to participate in the ASEAN, East Asia, and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership summits.

2 dead after temple's wall collapses in Bihar's Samastipur

Samastipur (Bihar), Nov 03 (ANI): Two women died after a temple's wall collapsed in Bihar's Samastipur on November 03. The incident took place near a ghat during Chhath Puja celebration. The mishappening occurred at Kali temple in Samastipur. The rescue operation by State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team is underway.

SDMC sprinkles water at Delhi Gate to control air pollution

New Delhi, Nov 03 (ANI): The South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) sprinkled water on roads near Delhi Gate area of the national capital on November 03. The step is taken to settle the dust as a pollution control measure. The AQI in Delhi has gone worst after Diwali festival. 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. To curb air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal led-government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the odd-even scheme from November 04-15.

BJP, Shiv Sena talk about 50-50, not bothered about destruction rain caused in Satara: Asaduddin Owaisi

Hyderabad, Nov 03 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering in Hyderabad on November 02, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi said, "What is this 50-50, is this a new biscuit? How much 50-50 will you do? Save something for Maharashtra's public. They (BJP and Shiv Sena) are not bothered about the destruction rain has caused in Satara. All they talk about is 50-50." "What kind of 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas' is this?," Owaisi added.

Delhi receives mild showers, air quality dips to 'severe' category

New Delhi, Nov 03 (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. Delhi has received mild showers on November 03. 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. 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. 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. The stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana makes the situation in Delhi more worse. To curb air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal led-government in Delhi has announced the

India-Uzbekistan sign 3 MoUs in fields of Military Medicine and Education

Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Nov 2 (ANI): India and Uzbekistan signed three MoUs in the fields of Military Medicine and Military Education to further strengthen the Defence Cooperation between both the countries. Announcing the signing of MoUs on twitter, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said increased Military to Military cooperation will lead to enhanced interaction in the areas of Mutual Interest. MoUs were signed following the talks between Uzbekistan's Defence Major Gen Nizamovich and Rajnath Singh in Tashkent. Singh also visited the Armed Forces Academy of Uzbekistan. Defence Minister of India is on a three-day visit to Uzbekistan to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

Being physically active reduces death risk in older adults, reveals study

New Delhi, Nov 3 (ANI): Leading a physically active lifestyle is a must for older adults as it reduces deaths from heart disease, diabetes, chronic lung disease, and mental illness, says a study. A team of researchers looked more carefully at the relationship between death and physical exercise among older adults in Brazil where the number of older adults grew 40 per cent between 2002 and 2012.Their study was published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. During the study, from January to August 2014, researchers conducted home interviews with 1,451 adults older than 60. Of these, 971 participants were given wrist monitors to measure their physical activity. Researchers also asked participants about their smoking habits and how they would rate their health. Additionally, researchers learned about the chronic health conditions participants said they had, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart problems, Parkinson's disease, kidney failure, high cholesterol, depressi

Very brutal action by Delhi Police, we can't tolerate this: Bar Council Chairman on Tis Hazari scuffle

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): A scuffle broke out between Delhi Police and lawyers at Tis Hazari court on November 02. While speaking to ANI, Bar Council, Chairman, Manan Kumar Mishra said, "It is a very brutal action of Delhi Police. Simply, because of some parking issue, police started firing on innocent advocates. Bar Council cannot tolerate this." "We have demanded from the higher police officials and the government to immediately arrest guilty policemen and put them under suspension, failing which the situation may go beyond the control of govt and the Bar Council," he added.

Javadekar postponed 3 environment meetings, pollution isn't his priority: Sisodia

New Delhi, Nov 02 (ANI): Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia lambasted at Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Javadekar over deteriorating air condition of Delhi and NCR. He said, "Prakash Javadekar has postponed three meetings of Environment ministers of North Indian states that were scheduled and then were never held. Either he does not have time or problem of pollution is not his priority." The national capital and NCR's air quality has worsened after the Diwali festival.

How can 63,000 machines help 26 lakh farmers in curbing stubble burning: AAP to Centre

New Delhi, Nov 02 (ANI): On the ongoing air pollution row, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia slammed Centre by saying that ruling BJP government has made 63,000 machines to curb stubble burning available in two years but how these 63,000 machines help 26 lakh farmers. "With this speed, is it a programme for 50-60 yrs? If it is so what should people of Delhi-NCR do for next 50-60 years? He asked.

Devotees celebrate Chhath Puja with religious fervour

New Delhi/ Patna (Bihar)/ Gorakhpur, Lucknow (UP), Nov 02 (ANI): Devotees celebrated Chhath Puja with religious zeal in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur and Bihar's Patna. The 'Puja' is dedicated to the Sun god, the source of energy. It is a four day festival that is being celebrated this year from October 30 to November 3. On Chhath Puja, women perform the morning Puja by standing in a water body and offering water to the Sun and his sister Shashti Devi. Chhath Puja is largely celebrated in Indian states of Jharkhand, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. The festival begins with certain rituals and practices that involve 'Nahay Khay', followed by 'Lohanda and Kharna', 'Sandhya Argh' and 'Suryodaya'. The first sun ray is called Usha and last sun ray is called Pratyusha. The first and last sun rays are considered auspicious and worshipped during Chhath Puja.