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70 shops gutted in fire at vegetable market in Odisha's Sambalpur

Sambalpur (Odisha), Oct 28 (ANI): Over 70 shops were gutted in a fire that broke out at a vegetable market in Odisha's Sambalpur on October 27. The incident took place in Golebazar market of Sambalpur. Several fire tenders were rushed to the spot. Laterwards, the fire was doused. Further investigation is also underway. More details are awaited in this regard.

EDMC sprinkles water in Anand Vihar to control Delhi's air pollution

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): The East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC) sprinkled water on roads in Anand Vihar area of the national capital on October 28. The step is taken to settle the dust as a pollution control measure. Anand Vihar's Air Quality Index (AQI) is presently in 'Very Poor' category at 362. 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.

Air quality in national capital better than last year: Delhi's Transport Minister

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on Delhi's air pollution, Minister of Transport in the Delhi government, Kailash Gahlot, said, "We have already taken the steps which were codified and if air pollution will continue in the next 48 hours, then we will take necessary steps in this regard. But, in comparison to last year, the level of air pollution and air quality is better this year." "I request Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and several departments of the Delhi government that there barren lands shouldn't be misused in anyway," he added. "Every Delhite has equally contributed in reduction of the air pollution," Gahlot further stated.

Air quality dips to 'hazardous' category after Diwali in UP

Hapur/ Moradabad/ Kanpur (UP), Oct 28 (ANI): The air quality in Uttar Pradesh's three city Hapur, Moradabad and Kanpur deteriorated to the "very poor" level after Diwali celebration.More to that, fire cracker waste were lying on roads of the city. Major pollutant PM 2.5 reached at 115

Amit Shah meet locals on the occasion of Gujarati's New Year in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Oct 28 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah met locals and party workers on the occasion of Gujarati's New Year. He also distributed sweets to locals. Amit Shah's wife was also present during the ceremony. Gujarathi New Year as it is celebrated a day after Diwali. As per the Indian Calendar based on Lunar Cycle, Kartik is the first month of the year and the New Year in Gujarat falls on the first bright day of Kartik (Ekam). So, this day marks the beginning of their new fiscal year. In some parts of India, New Year Celebrations begin around Spring.

IIT Kharagpur organize cultural festival 'Illumination' on Diwali

Kharagpur (West Bengal), Oct 28 (ANI): The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has organized a cultural festival 'illumination' on the occasion of Diwali festival on October 27. It is a one-of-its-kind festival, where students from each hostel within the IIT Kharagpur campus get together to create extravagant patterns using 'diya' against a wooden structure or 'chatai'. This tradition is continuing since 30 years in IIT Kharagpur. Each hall used more than 20000 'diya' to create these patterns that have a story dictated itself against the chatais, which are nearly 20-feet high with an area of about 1500 square feet. More than 12000 students participated in the cultural event. While speaking to ANI, one of the student said, "Around 200-300 students of each hostel start preparing for this festival before one-two month of Diwali. Students also participate in Rangoli making which is based on different subjects." 'Illumination' marks the triumph of endless night-outs, mammoth hour

Delhi's air quality dips to 'very poor' post-Diwali celebration

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Delhi was left reeling under 'very poor' pollution levels after Diwali celebrations which saw people bursting crackers to mark the occasion. Air in Delhi plunged to very poor category, according to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR) post Diwali. The researchers have predicted a marginal spike in pollution levels on October 28. In the wake of the increased pollution, 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 4-November 15. Extremely poor pollution levels were previously predicted in Delhi due to firecracker emissions, unfavourable weather and a significant spike in stubble burning in neighbouring states.

East Delhi Municipal Corporation sprinkles water on roads as a pollution control measure

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Just after the Diwali celebrations, East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC) sprinkled water on roads as a pollution control measure. The EDMC sprinkled water in Laxmi Nagar area and the adjacent areas. According to a government air quality monitor; the post-Diwali pollution levels in the national capital are likely to be the lowest as compared to the past three years as wind speed would possibly negate the impact of firecracker emissions and stubble burning.

Shiv Sena should accept Dy CM post for Aditya Thackeray for 5 years: Ramdas Athawale

Mumbai, Oct 28 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment and Revolutionary Party of India (RPI) leader Ramdas Athawale On October 27 said the Shiv Sena should accept the post of Deputy Chief Minister for Aditya Thackeray for five years. "I don't think the BJP will agree for rotational Chief Minister, but the position of Deputy Chief Minister can be given to Shiv Sena for 5 years. I think Shiv Sena should accept the Deputy Chief Minister's position for Aditya Thackeray and Devendra Fadnavis should be Chief Minister," said Athawale.

Tesla unveils third-gen Solar Roof

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Tesla has introduced its third-generation Solar Roof which uses a new kind of tile made of textured black glass. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that the third version of the solar roof is 'finally ready' for the masses and can be installed in less than 8 hours, Mashable reports. Available for pre-order in the US with a price starting at around USD 33,950, Musk wants to expand the product worldwide in the future. The initial wait time for early adopters is expected to be a few months between pre-orders and roof installation. Tesla specializes in electric car manufacturing and, through its SolarCity subsidiary, solar panel manufacturing.

2nd day of laser light show dazzles Delhiites

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): On Diwali, score of people flocked to Connaught Place to enjoy laser light show organised by Delhi Government. 'Dilli ki Diwali' program has been organised to ensure cracker free celebrations. Laser show will continue for next four days in national capital. The circles of Connaught Place and adjoining areas were decked up with lights and people from all walks of life thronged the heart of the city to witness the unique show.

Delhi Police Commissioner meets personnel on duty on Diwali night

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): To boost the morale of cops on duty on Diwali night, Delhi Commissioner of Police (CP) Amulya Patnaik met them and conveyed greetings on October 27. Patnaik met police personnel deployed on night shift at major intersections of Delhi to maintain the law and order situation.

Over 52 hrs on, rescue ops continue to save TN toddler who fell into borewell

Tiruchirappalli (TN), Oct 28 (ANI): Over 52 hours on, efforts are still underway to rescue a two-year-old boy who fell into a 25-feet deep borewell in Nadukattupatti of Tiruchirappalli district on October 25. Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister O Panneerselvam is closely monitoring the rescue operations. A team of Madurai fire and rescue department workers has also left for the site. After several failed attempts, a new pit was dug in the tunnel near the deep well. According to officials at the site, the ONGC's rig machine was called for this but it got damaged due to presence of rocks. Later, a second high-speed engine was brought for drilling in order to rescue the toddler from Ramanathapuram. Health Minister C Vijayabaskar, Revenue Minister RB Udayakumar and Commissioner of Revenue Administration J Radhakrishnan are present at the spot, directing the authorities concerned to try their best to rescue the infant at earliest. The infant named Sujith Wilson fell into the borewell while he

Cobra rescued from kitchen of a house in Odisha

Mayurbhanj (Odisha), Oct 28 (ANI): A cobra was rescued from the residence of a family in Mayurbhanj district's Baripada on October 27. Snake was spotted by the member of the house in the kitchen following which they informed the snake helpline in the district for rescue. The snake rescue team rushed to the house and rescued the reptile. The snake was later released into the wild.

Training of security forces should be at par with global benchmark: PM Modi

Rajouri (JandK), Oct 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival of Diwali in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district with Army Personnel on October 27. Addressing the security forces, "Time has changed. Our armed forces should be modern, our arms and ammunition should be modern. Our training should be at par with the global benchmark. There should be no lines of stress on the faces of our jawans."

Proud that more people come to War Memorial than the Parliament: PM Modi

Pathankot (Punjab), Oct 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met interacted with air warriors and personnel of the army at the Pathankot Air Force station. Addressing the security personnel, PM Modi said, "When I took the responsibility of PM for the first time and I used to meet the personnel of the armed forces, I was pained by the fact there was no National War Memorial. Today, I am proud that more number of people come to War Memorial than the Parliament."

Islam doesn't believe in concept of 2 children, govt is not giving jobs anyway: AIUDF chief

Guwahati (Assam), Oct 27 (ANI): Responding to Assam Government's decision of not giving government job to people having more than two children, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief Badruddin Ajmal said that Islam doesn't believe in the concept of having only two children. He said, "Islam doesn't believe in the concept of having only 2 children. No one can stop the people who're bound to come to this world." He further added, "There are no restrictions among us. Govt is not giving us jobs anyway and we even don't expect jobs. I would say my people to give birth to as many children as they can and educate them. So they can develop job opportunities and provide jobs to even Hindus."

'Hindutva' will not be safe without population control law: BJP's Surendra Singh

Ballia (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 27 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Ballia, Surendra Singh reacted sharply to All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief Badruddin Ajmal's statement that 'Muslims will continue to produce children'. Surendra Singh said, "If population control law is not made in India then in next 50 years, 'Hindutva' will not be safe even in India. You can see that in Jammu and Kashmir, security has to be deployed. Workers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) are being killed in West Bengal and no one is taking action. Wherever BJP is not in ruling, you must have experienced Islamist terrorism and Islamic extremism."

Have come here to celebrate Diwali with my family: PM Modi in Rajouri

Rajouri (JandK), Oct 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival of Diwali in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district with Army Personnel on October 27. Addressing the security forces, PM Modi said, "It is a tradition that people celebrate Diwali with their families, I also decided to celebrate it with my family. So I have come here to celebrate with you. You are my family."

Muhurat trading begins at Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai on Diwali

Mumbai, Oct 27 (ANI): Muhurat trading began at Bombay Stock Exchange building in Mumbai. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Bombay Stock Exchange, Ashish Chauhan performed Diwali pooja here. Actress Mouni Roy also attended the pooja. The special trading session provides a window for investors to trade in the equities and derivatives markets briefly on the very day of Diwali. Muhurat trading is the trading activity in the Indian stock market on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, a big festival for people of India. Usually, it is held during evening hour and is announced by the stock market exchanges notifying traders and investors of the non-scheduled trading hour.