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Air Quality plunges to 'Poor' category in Delhi, locals complain "feeling suffocated"

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Dust and smog continue to blanket the national capital, air quality recorded in 'Poor' category on October 18. According to Air Quality Index (AQI), major pollutants Particulate Matter 2.5 reached at 217 and Particulate Matter 10 at 219 both in 'Poor' category. The air quality was recorded at Lodhi Road in Delhi.

Wanted criminal with Rs 1 lakh bounty held after encounter in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): A wanted criminal who was carrying a bounty of Rs 1 lakh was arrested by Delhi Police following an encounter on Oct 18. The encounter between a Special Task Force of Delhi Police and criminal Iqbal took place near Lady Shri Ram College in Lajpat Nagar area. The police laid a trap behind the college, following a lead about the movement of the criminal. When Iqbal came in a car, he opened fire on the police team on being asked to stop. In retaliation, police also fired in which Iqbal sustained bullet injury on his leg.

Indira Gandhi honoured Veer Savarkar as she was a follower of him: Savarkar's Grandson

Mumbai, Oct 18 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, about the contribution of Veer Savarkar towards nation his grandson Ranjeet Savarkar said that Indira Gandhi honoured Veer Savarkar as she was a follower of him. "Indira Gandhi honoured Veer Savarkar, I strongly feel she was his follower because she brought Pakistan to its knees, strengthened Army and foreign relations, she also did nuclear tests. All this is against Nehru and Gandhi's philosophy," said Ranjeet Savarkar.

BILL-E robot can build structures block by block

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a new robot called BILL-E, named after WALL-E, which could revolutionise how the construction industry works. BILL-E (short for Bipedal Isotropic Lattice Locomoting Explorer) has small arms with tools at the end of each to clamp down on structures - called voxels. The robot and the voxel work together as a system to navigate 3D space without sensors, cameras, or algorithms, Engadget reports. Without all the complex systems, BILL-E tracks its position by counting its steps on the structure it is tasked with building. As it works together with the voxels, it is easier to fix damaged parts.

Frequent drinking more dangerous than infrequent binge drinking: Study

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Do you consume alcohol frequently, or in portions? If your answer is yes then a new study shows that drinking small amounts of alcohol frequently is linked with a higher likelihood of atrial fibrillation than infrequent binge drinking. The study was published in the journal 'EP Europace', a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). The number of drinking sessions per week was the strongest risk factor for new-onset atrial fibrillation. Compared with drinking twice per week (reference group), drinking every day was the riskiest, with a hazard ratio (HR) of 1.412, while drinking once a week was the least risky (HR 0.933). Binge drinking did not show any clear link with new-onset atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder and raises the risk of stroke by five-fold. Symptoms include palpitations, racing or irregular pulse, shortness of breath, tiredness, chest pain and dizziness.

Hyderabad-based Genomelabs launches 'Eat cup'

Hyderabad, Oct 18 (ANI): A Hyderabad based research company launched "Eat cup", which is made from natural grain products and is completely edible, crunchy and delicious to taste. Rich in fibre, it is also a good dietary supplement one can eat the cup after finishing the beverage. Genomelabs Bio Private Limited's Executive Director, Suresh Raju said, "They have planned to set up a manufacturing plant within next ten months to produce edible cups, touted as an environment-friendly alternative to both plastic and paper cups." Eat cup was not only eco-friendly and biodegradable, but also beneficial for diet, developers claimed.

Strict actions against those making e- commerce a means for multi-brand retail: Piyush Goyal

Mumbai, Oct 18 (ANI): Union Minister of Railways, Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal on October 17 said that central government has made clear guidelines for e- commerce and strict action will be taken against anyone who makes it a means for multi - brand retail. "They have not been given permission of selling products at cheaper rates and resulting in retail sector to incur losses. I have come across some complaints recently and Commerce Ministry has sent questionnaires seeking detailed information, said Piyush Goyal. "E-commerce companies have no right to offer discount or sell products at predatory prices and we will take strict action against, if there is violation of any law in letter or in spirit," he further added.

First-ever girls' cricket tournament organised in J-K's Rajouri

Rajouri (J-K), Oct 18 (ANI): First-ever girls' cricket tournament was organised in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri. The tournament was organised by Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University. The girls seemed excited for the match as it was happening for the first time in their state. One of the girls said, "We should not discriminate between girls and boys. We expect that in future, we will also get opportunity to play for national and international tournaments." Girls from all over state participated in tournament including Sunderbani and Nowshera sectors of Rajouri district.

BJP 'Drama Company' is successful only because Congress weakened: Asaduddin Owaisi

Buldhana (Maharashtra), Oct 17 (ANI): AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi while addressing a public rally in Maharashtra stated that Bharatiya Janata Party is successful only because Congress party is getting weak. Owaisi in Maharashtra said, "This drama company (BJP) is successful because Congress weakened. It's on the verge of being finished; it doesn't have fighting spirit anymore. Where was it when the law (Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act) by Indira Gandhi was made dirtier and stricter by Modi govt?" "In the name of terrorism, list will be brought out now. Someone's name will be written on it and he'll be declared a terrorist. His life will be destroyed, he won't be able to approach court. Court will declare him a terrorist, such law has been brought and Congress supported them," he added.

Several houses damaged in Uri town following heavy shelling by Pakistan

Uri (J-K), Oct 17 (ANI): Many houses have been damaged in Uri town following heavy shelling from Pakistan side. The situation is tensed and people living in a state of fear near border areas. While speaking to ANI, a local said, "There was shelling by Pakistan at around 7 am. Our houses were damaged. The shelling should stop, we have nothing, we can't work, we can't study, where must we go?"

Former PM should reflect his own failures: Goyal on Singh's remarks on economy

Mumbai, Oct 17 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on October 17 lambasted on former prime minister Manmohan Singh for his recent comments on country's economy. He countered Singh by saying, "Dr Manmohan Singh should reflect on his own failures, where he went wrong, why he couldn't maintain a strong economy and give an honest government, why he was so helpless that he had to obey orders from 10 Janpath and had no capacity to take his own decisions." Recently the Former PM Singh said, "I've said this publicly before that to reach a goal of dollor5 Tn by 2024, as against dollor2.7 Tn that we had in 2018, would require a growth rate of 10-12% pa. What's happening in BJP regime is that govt is faced with prospect of a declining rate of growth year after year." "IMF has come with statement that India's growth rate during current fiscal year will be only 6.1% as against 7.3% mentioned some months ago. With growth rate declining yr after yr I don't think there's any hope

Women gather to perform 'puja' on 'Karwa Chauth' in Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Oct 17 (ANI): Married women in Chandigarh performed 'puja' and listened to the 'Katha' on the occasion of Karwa Chauth on October 17. The holy festival is celebrated by married women in which they fast from morning to moonrise for a day. Women keep fast for the health and long life of their husbands. The day starts early before dawn with prayers and a light meal is offered by the woman's mother-in-law in the form of 'Sargi'. Following this, women keep a day-long fast which they only break after worshiping the moon god.

Panasonic introduces progressive IoT technology

Tokyo (Japan), Oct 17 (ANI): Panasonic has been making home appliances for a long time that have become necessary for daily life. About a hundred years ago, Panasonic developed two-lamp socket for the first time. This device makes running electric current flow to two light bulbs simultaneously. Light bulb and lighting technology still have the potential of new technology. The technology of electricity that once only used to light up bulbs has changed into a technology that integrates consumer electronics and information. The theme of the seminar is "PLC, Power Line Communication". PLC technology conveys information through line of appliance cord, power line, coaxial cable for TV, and control line. The experiment is to control the lighting of trees from a distant place through a power cable. The power cable is simply connected to the wall outlet. It turns the red light into a different color. The line in this video is also used by PLC technology. Panasonic technology that originated fro

Not against Veer Savarkar but Hindutva ideology that he stood for: Manmohan Singh

Mumbai, Oct 17 (ANI): Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh spoke on BJP's promise to give Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar, in their election manifesto and stated that Congress is not against Veer Savarkar but Hindutva ideology that he patronised for. "We are not against Savarkar ji but the question is, we're not in favour of the Hindutva ideology that Savarkar ji patronised and stood for," said Manmohan Singh, while addressing a press conference in Mumbai. Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his election rally in Maharashtra had hailed Savarkar and said that it is because of his values that nationalism has been put at the core of nation-building.

Casio holds 'Internship beyond Border'

Bangkok (Thailand), Oct 17 (ANI): "Casio Thailand" factory in northeast Thailand is the company's production base in Southeast Asia. It produces scientific calculator and popular watch G-shock etc. A welcome ceremony was held for students from Indonesian vocational schools. During the three-month internship, they will learn technology skill at the factory. This project "GAKUHAN" was created by Casio in collaboration with government and educational institutions in different countries. Casio is accepting students through internship to help them get education, learn skill, and experience different cultures. Students are greeted in Thai language and Casio gave them special notebook to learn technology skill and enhance knowledge. During the factory tour, students were concentrating on the process of producing high-quality product and on quality control. Casio's education support project "GAKUHAN" will create excellent human resources and lead to the development of the educational field

President Kovind receives guard of honour in Philippines

Manila (Philippines), Oct 17 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind today arrived in Philippines' Manila with first lady Savita Kovind. He received guard of honour upon his arrival. President Kovind is on a 7-day visit to Philippines and Japan. President Kovind will hold talks with his Filipino counterpart Rodrigo Duterte.

Indian armed forces are now at par with armed forces of other countries: PM Modi

Satara (Maharashtra), Oct 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Indian security forces are at par with forces of other countries. Addressing a public rally in Maharashtra's Satara, PM Modi said, "In the last 5 years, our government has brought our armed forces at par with the armed forces of other countries. Be it Army, Navy or Air Force, modern weapons are a part of our armed forces today." Taking jibe at the Opposition on failure in Lok Sabha election, PM Modi further added, "Congress-NCP leaders are unable to understand the mood of the people. They were punished in the Lok Sabha elections. This time the people will give them harsh punishment in the upcoming elections too, be it in Maharashtra or Haryana." Maharashtra Assembly Polls will be held in one phase on October 21, and the results will be declared on October 24.

Police seize illegally stored firecrackers worth Rs 50 lakh in Meerut

Meerut (UP), Oct 17 (ANI): Meerut Police on Wednesday seized illegally stored firecrackers worth Rs 50 lakh from Datavali village and arrested five people. While speaking to media persons, a police official said, "Based on the information, a raid was conducted in Datavali village of Bhavanpur police station area. Police have recovered firecrackers worth Rs 50 lakh from a godown and arrested five people for the same." Further investigation in the matter is underway.

Watch: BJP councilor performs magic to lure voters

Rampur (UP), Oct 17 (ANI): Moradabad Municipal Corporation Councilor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ajay Diwakar performed magic to impress voters in poll-bound Uttar Pradesh's Rampur. Diwakar was performing magic show for BJP's candidate Bharat Bhushan, who is competing with Samajwadi Party's leader Azam Khan's wife Tazeen Fatima. Diwakar performed magic show by using BJP, Congress, SP, BSP symbol flags. Bypolls will be held for 11 assembly seats on October 21.

Congress stage protest against BJP over proposing to give Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar

Bengaluru, Oct 17 (ANI): Congress workers staged protest on October 17 in Bengaluru against BJP's promise to give Bharat Ratna to Veer Savarkar. Protest comes after the release of BJP manifesto for Maharashtra elections. Party workers staged protest near Mahatma Gandhi statue in Bengaluru.