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Lady police constable allegedly commits suicide in Karnataka's Gadag

Gadag (Karnataka), Nov 01 (ANI): A police constable, Seema Shivanagowdara, allegedly committed suicide in Karnataka's Gadag. She allegedly hanged hanging herself at her residence early morning on November 01. Reason behind the incident is still unknown. Police has reached the spot and investigation is underway.

Food Dept officials conduct raids at general provision stores in Madurai

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Nov 01 (ANI): The officials of Food Department conducted raids at general provision stores in Tamil Nadu's Madurai on October 31. The raid took place in K Pudur area of Madurai. Various samples of edible oil were found to be adulterated during the raid. While speaking to ANI, the Food Department official said, "Most samples of edible oil found to be adulterated and warning has been issued to the shopkeepers."

Tableau depicting state's vision taken out on Karnataka Formation Day

Gadag (Karnataka), Nov 01 (ANI): People of Karnataka celebrated state formation day in Gadag. Environment Minister of Karnataka, CC Patil paid tribute to national flag on the occasion. Tableau on women empowerment, agriculture and faith showcased the state's vision. Karnataka Rajyotsava or Kannada Day, also known as Karnataka Formation Day, is celebrated on November 01 every year. This was the day in 1956 when all the Kannada language-speaking regions of South India were merged to form the state of Karnataka.

TN doctors temporarily withdrew their indefinite strike: Doctors' Association for Social Equality

Chennai, Nov 01 (ANI): Tamil Nadu doctors temporarily withdrew their indefinite strike on November 01. They were on strike for past 7 days. General Secretary of Doctors' Association for Social Equality, Dr GR Ravindranath said, "Federation of Government Doctors' Association has temporarily withdrawn strikes. I request government to call them for talks try to accept their demands as most of them are related to welfare of people."

If Shiv Sena decides, it'll get required numbers to form govt in Maharashtra: Sanjay Raut

Mumbai, Nov 01 (ANI): While talking about forming government in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said that if Shiv Sena decides, it'll get the required numbers to form stable government in the state. He said, "If Shiv Sena decides, it'll get the required numbers to form stable government in the state. People have given mandate to form government on basis of 50-50 formula that was reached in front of people of Maharashtra. They want Chief Minister from Shiv Sena".

Hyderabad man allegedly gives triple talaq to his wife for dowry

Hyderabad, Nov 01 (ANI): A man allegedly gave triple talaq to his wife for dowry in Hyderabad. The victim has alleged that her husband and in-laws demanded dowry and in the lieu harassed her. Begum married Mustafa on June 27, 2019. On October 30, a case was registered against the accused under section 498 A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Dowry Act and Triple Talaq Act. Further investigation is underway.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

New Delhi, Nov 01 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in the national capital on November 01. Angela Merkel is in India for the 5th India-Germany Inter Governmental Consultation. Merkel, who is on two-day visit to India, arrived on October 31.

Delhi CM Kejriwal distributes masks to schoolchildren

New Delhi, Nov 01 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal distributed masks to school students in the city on November 01. He distributed the masks following rise in pollution levels in Delhi. While addressing the public gathering, Arvind Kejriwal said, "Pollution level has deteriorated in Delhi due to smoke from stubble burning in adjoining states, whose number has doubled this year." "People are facing difficulty in breathing and to provide relief, we are distributing two masks to each student in private and government schools," he added. To curb air pollution, the Arvind Kejriwal led-government in Delhi has announced the implementation of the odd-even scheme from November 04-November 15.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel receives ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan

New Delhi, Nov 01 (ANI): German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived in Delhi on October 31. She received ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan in the national capital on November 01. She was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi upon her arrival at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Angela Merkel is in India for the 5th India-Germany Inter Governmental Consultation. While addressing the media, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said, "I am delighted to be here in India. Germany-India are linked by very close ties. We have great respect for this vast country and its diversity." As per the diplomatic sources the main topics on agenda of talks between India and Germany during German Chancellor's visit include skill development, climate, artificial intelligence, sustainable development, security and economy. Talks on possible free trade agreement with EU will also be discussed.

Air quality plunges to 'severe' category in Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 01 (ANI): The air quality of national capital took a hit after Diwali night due to a combination of firecracker emissions, stubble burning and unfavourable meteorological conditions. 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. The higher value of AQI indicates greater level of air pollution and health concern. Delhi residents have complained of a spike in respiratory problems and allergies. 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 from November 04-November 15.

Security tightens after suspicious bag spotted at IGI Airport

New Delhi, Nov 01 (ANI): The security has been tightened at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in the national capital on November 01. Security was beefed up after a suspicious bag was spotted in the airport premises. Dog squad of CISF unit was present at the IGI airport. Further investigation is underway in the matter.

Valley of Flowers closes for tourists

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Nov 01 (ANI): UNESCO world heritage site Valley of Flowers closed for this season for tourists on October 31. Known for its serene landscape, the trek route witnessed very high footfall this season. Around 17,000 travellers from India and around the globe visited the valley this year. The picturesque meadows of Uttarakhand are famous for over 500 plant species.

Cyclone Maha: Lakshadweep affected, several people evacuated

Kalpeni (Lakshadweep), Nov 01 (ANI): Lakshadweep islands witnessed rough sea and heavy rain due to cyclone Maha. Navy personnel are on their toes to help the affected people. Water also entered residential areas hitting normal lives. Navy is co-ordinating with Lakshadweep Administration to shift people to shelters from affected areas. Heavy rainfall is expected very likely at isolated places over Lakshadweep, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Twitter is banning all political ads on platform

New Delhi, Nov 1 (ANI): Twitter has announced that it will ban all political ads on its platform globally. In a series of official tweets, CEO Jack Dorsey wrote that political reach should be earned not bought, stressing on how purchasing the reach can be used to influence votes, affecting the lives of millions. He wrote that Twitter will stop candidate ads as well as issue ads which can also be purchased by candidates. The final policy will be announced by November 11 and it will be enforced globally on November 22, 2019.

Pune Municipal Corporation starts project to beautify city walls

Pune (Maharashtra), Nov 1 (ANI): Pune Municipal Corporation has painted walls across the city as a part of 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'. With the help of some NGOs, Pune Municipal Corporation has started the initiative to beautify the place. Some of the walls adorn paintings depicting city's tourist places.

Patel's contribution to unite India remains as one of greatest accomplishments: VP Naid

Hyderabad, Nov 1 (ANI): The Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu on October 31 stated that Indian first Deputy Prime Minister Vallabhbhai Patel's contribution in unifying India would forever remain as one of the greatest accomplishments in the annals of world history. Speaking at a function organized by Pragna Bharati on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas to commemorate Sardar Patel's birth anniversary, Naidu said, "Popularly known as the Iron Man of India, Sri Patel was the architect for integrating more than 560 princely states into union of India during Independence." "Displaying the highest qualities of statesmanship, Patel went about the task of unifying India which will remain as one of the greatest accomplishments in the annals of world history," he added.

Artificial ponds being prepared for locals to observe 'Chhath Puja' in West Bengal

Siliguri (WB), Nov 1 (ANI): Authorities in Siliguri have prepared artificial ghats for devotees observing the four-day Chhath Puja. After the National Green Tribunal imposed a ban on performing rituals in the river, the artificial ghats are constructed at Gandhi Maidan under ward number eight of Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC). Organisers along with the support of local residents have prepared 130 Chhath Ghats in 2019. "The concept of artificial ghats which was first designed by our committee in India is being practised this year as well. We have made ghats at Gandhi Maidan to give devotees a natural river-like atmosphere," said the organiser Khusboo Mittal. The auspicious festival, which started on October 31 is celebrated with huge fervour in the states of West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

15 Students admitted to hospital after consuming chocolates in Mysuru

Mysuru (Karnataka), Nov 1 (ANI): As many as 15 students of a school in Mysuru were admitted to a hospital after they claimed to have eaten chocolates while celebrating birthday of a classmate. They consumed chocolates in school and were admitted to Ramakrishna Hospital. All the 15 students are from the fifth standard.

Trainee doctors from Coimbatore extend their support to medicos demanding hike in salaries

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Oct 31 (ANI): The trainee doctors at the government-run Coimbatore Medical College Hospital here on Thursday extended their support to the striking doctors who are demanding an increase in their salaries and post-graduate admission quota in medical education. The indefinite strike was started by the trainee doctors on Thursday. The demands of protesting doctors, including five who are on an indefinite fast, include increase in salaries, quota in post-graduate medical education and appointment of more doctors.

India vs Bangladesh 1st T20I: Match in Delhi to go ahead as planned, says Sourav Ganguly

Kolkata, Oct 31 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly on Thursday confirmed that the T20I match between India and Bangladesh in Delhi will go ahead as planned. While speaking to media persons, Dada said, "We have spoken to Delhi authorities in last 2 days, they are expecting the match (India-Bangladesh 1st T20) to go through, we couldn't cancel it at last minute. Post Diwali is a difficult time in the North because winter comes in and lot of smoke and dust." "In the future when we schedule, especially in Northern part of India in the winter we will have to be a little more practical. I have spoken to the grounds man he says once the sun comes out, it will be fine," he added. The first T20I of the three-match series between India and Bangladesh is scheduled to be played at Arun Jaitley Stadium on November 03.