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Sidhu will go Pakistan for Kartarpur corridor launch after getting govt approval: Wife

Amritsar (Punjab), Oct 02 (ANI): On being asked about the invitation received by Navjot Singh Sidhu from Pakistan to go for the inauguration of Kartarpur Corridor, the Congress leader's wife Navjot Kaur Sidhu said, "He has applied for required clearances as he had received a special invitation from the office of Pak PM Imran Khan for inauguration of Kartarpur Corridor. If he gets the required clearances and permissions, he will certainly go."

PM Modi arrives in Bangkok

Bangkok (Thailand), Nov 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bangkok on November 02. He will interact with the Indian diaspora during 'Sawasdee PM Modi' programme today. PM Modi will also participate in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), East Asia, and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) summits during the visit.

Answered according to provisions of constitution: BJP's Sudhir Mungantiwar to Sanjay Raut on implementing President's rule

Chandrapur (Maharashtra)/ Mumbai, Nov 02 (ANI): While reacting to Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut's question, BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar said, "We were asked what would happen if govt is not formed in time. We simply answered that according to provisions of constitution, President's rule will be imposed. Suppose, if a teacher answers queries of students, is it taken as warning?"Earlier, Raut had asked state government that if their leader Sudhir Mungantiwar was giving a threat to the elected MLAs of implementing President's rule in Maharashtra.

EDMC sprinkles water in Delhi's Geeta Colony to control air pollution

New Delhi/ Gurugram (Haryana), Nov 02 (ANI): The East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC) sprinkled water on roads in Geeta Colony area of the national capital on November 02. The step is taken to settle the dust as a pollution control measure. The AQI in Delhi has gone worst after Diwali. Extremely poor pollution levels were previously predicted in Delhi due to firecracker emissions, unfavourable weather and a significant spike in stubble burning in the neighbouring states. 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. Meanwhile, water was also sprinkled in Haryana's Gurugram to combat air pollution.

Kuki girl Marlin Ningmuanching wins Miss Kut 2019 beauty pageant

Imphal (Manipur), Nov 02 (ANI): Kuki girl Marlin Ningmuanching won the Miss Kut 2019 title in the beauty pageant in Manipur's Imphal. She was declared winner in the two-day Kut festival. The festival took place at First Manipur Rifles Parade Ground in Imphal. Marlin received a cheque for Rs 1 lakh in the beauty contest. Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh also attended the event. The Miss Kut contest held every year since the last 40 years. The first and second runner up won Rs 75,000 and Rs 50,000 respectively as winning prize. 21 girls from different communities appeared in the beauty pageant.

Unilateralism and protectionism done good to no one: Rajnath Singh at SCO summit

Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Nov 02 (ANI): While addressing the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) summit in Uzbekistan's Tashkent, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Unilateralism and protectionism has done good to no one." "In this context, India remains committed to a transparent, rules-based, open, inclusive and non-discriminatory multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organisation at its centre. Economic cooperation is the foundation of cementing the future of our people and ensuring them a better life. It is of critical importance to us", said Rajnath Singh. Rajnath Singh is presenting India in the meeting of Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of SCO.

SCO nations come together against terrorism: Rajnath Singh in Tashkent

Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Nov 02 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh again put up the terrorism issue at international level and said that SCO nations should come together to solve the matter. "Terrorism continues to disrupt our societies and undermine our developmental endeavors. Only way to fight this scourage is to strengthen and implement, without exceptions or double standards, all existing international laws and mechanisms to combat terrorists and their enablers", said Defence Minister in Tashkent.

Stubble burning continues in Haryana's Kaithal despite dip in 'air quality'

Kaithal (Haryana), Nov 02 (ANI): The stubble burning continued in Haryana's Kaithal district despite having massive level of air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR). Even after state government's ban, farmers burnt crops in Haryana. Issue of stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has become a major cause of air pollution not only for their states but also for Delhi-NCR region. While speaking to ANI, the Agriculture Deputy Director of Kaithal district, Pawan Kumar Sharma said, "133 farmers have been issued challans for stubble burning. This year there have been 60% less cases of stubble burning in Kaithal. FIR will also be registered against those farmers who do not pay fine." 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. Earlier, farmers who were identified for burning stubbles had been sent legal notice to stop the practice.

Except Shiv Sena, BJP all political parties are talking to each other: Sanjay Raut

Mumbai, Nov 02 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Mumbai on November 02, Shiv Sena veteran leader Sanjay Raut spoke on his meeting with Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar. He said, "The kind of situation that is prevailing in Maharashtra, all political parties are talking to each other, except Shiv Sena and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)."

Multi-sport cum stress buster center opened in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Nov 02 (ANI): Sports can be a stress buster and Hyderabad people have found one to release their stress. To combat the stress, a multi-sport cum stress buster center has been opened for children to office goers here. One of the employees said that this is a small way of de-stressing and building fresh environment who work in a highly stressful environment.

PM Modi departs for Thailand

New Delhi, Nov 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for to Thailand on November 02. He will be on 3-day visit to the country. PM Modi will participate in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), East Asia, and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) summits, during the visit.

Rather than choosing job for money, choose it for happiness: K Sivan at IIT Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 02 (ANI): Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman, K Sivan attended the 50th convocation of IIT Delhi on November 02. "There is one life and many carrier options you all need to add in the passion and natural talent, choose your industry that reflects your passion and interest. Rather than choosing the job for money, choose it for happiness. Be good at what you do." K Sivan attended the ceremony as a chief guest here.

Indore artists create world's largest mosaic portrait using industrial nails

Indore (MP), Nov 02 (ANI): A group of artists made 'world largest mosaic art' using industrial nails in Madhya Pradesh's Indore. At least 30 girls work together to create the portrait where they showed the journey of human brain and depicted the situation of women during the wars. The artists created image of a woman, who is sitting on a vintage vehicle. They have used 20 lakh industrial nails to create the art piece.

Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor spotted outside gym in Mumbai

Mumbai, Nov 02 (ANI): Bollywood actresses Sara Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor were spotted outside gym in Mumbai on November 01. They both were spotted in Khar area of Mumbai. Janhvi Kapoor was spotted carrying black sling bag in white and blue sportswear, while Sara was wearing black colour attire. Veteran actor Anil Kapoor was also spotted outside a hospital in Mumbai yesterday. He posed for the camera with a smile.

Rarest bird species 'Philippine Eagle' rescued in Odisha's Mayurbhanj

Mayurbhanj (Odisha), Nov 02 (ANI): World's rarest bird species 'Philippine Eagle' has been rescued by the forest department in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on November 01. It is among the rarest and most powerful birds in the world. A team of Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Baripada rushed to the spot and took 'Philippine Eagle' in their custody. Later, after medical checkup, the eagle was released. 'Philippine Eagle' is having its existence in Similipal National Park of Mayurbhanj district. Due to deforestation and other environmental issues that has been affecting climate changes, 'Philippine Eagle' are not seen much in number. 'Philippine Eagle' can stretch its wings up to 6.5 feet-long. Their weight is about 17 to 20 pound.

Thick blanket of smog covers Delhi, air quality dips to 'severe' category

New Delhi, Nov 02 (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. 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. Delhi 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 implementation of the odd-even scheme fro

Opposition misleading tribals against BJP: Jharkhand CM Das

Chaibasa (Jharkhand), Nov 02 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das launched scathing attack against opposition in Chaibasa and said that opposition leaders have always misled tribals by instigating them against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). "Santhal Pargana has progressed, the region is changing and mentality of people living there is also changing," said CM Das. "Whoever ruled before 2014 only betrayed the people of Santhal Pargana and claimed that BJP will seize land of tribals, but did it happen, no, it didn't," he added. Jharkhand will go to polls in five phases from November 30 and results will be declared on December 23.

Massive fire engulfs wooden godown in UP's Hapur, fire tenders on spot

Hapur (UP), Nov 2 (ANI): Massive fire broke out at wooden godown in UP's Hapur on November 2. Three fire tenders rushed to the spot as soon as the incident was reported. No injuries have been reported so far. Further investigation is underway, more details are awaited.

2 elephants found dead in Assam's Dibrugarh

Dibrugarh (Assam), Nov 2 (ANI): Two wild female elephants were found dead in a paddy field at Sessa Nagaon village of Dibrugarh district in Assam. According to locals, the carcasses of the elephants were found by some villagers. Since the dead jumbos did not bore any injury marks, it is suspected that they might have died of electrocution. Forest officials and a team of veterinarians rushed to the site after being informed by locals about the incident.

Drone successfully traces rogue elephant which claimed 5 lives in Assam

Goalpara (Assam), Nov 2 (ANI): A drone was used for tracking an elephant which had claimed 5 human lives in a forest area in the state of Assam. Elephant had killed five people on October 29. The drone was flown in Goalpara district of Assam. The use of drone not only increases the chances of detection of an animal from the air but also significantly reduces further danger.