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To stop stubble burning, Centre should give Rs 100 extra per quintal: CM Amarinder Singh

Ludhiana (Punjab), Oct 15 (ANI): During a roadshow in Punjab's Ludhiana, Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh spoke about stubble burning and said that to stop stubble burning central govt should give Rs 100 extra per quintal on the produce. "Few incidents of stubble burning have come to light. If we have to stop stubble burning, then the central government should give Rs 100 extra per quintal on the produce to the farmers" said, CM Captain Amarinder Singh.

More efforts needed to improve situation in J-K: Sachin Pilot on killing of Rajasthan truck driver

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Oct 15 (ANI): Two unknown terrorists including one from Pakistan on October 14 attacked and killed a truck driver in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir. Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Sachin Pilot expressed his condolences to the victim's family. While speaking to mediapersons, Sachin said, "It was deeply saddening to know about the incident. If feel that there is a need to do more work in the manner in which the situation was said to be fixed there. Keeping politics aside, there is a need for more efforts to improve the situation there. My condolences are with victim's family and we are with them in this hour of sorrow."

Diwali should be in name of daughters: PM Modi

Charkhi Dadri (Haryana), October 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 15 said that this Diwali should be dedicated to daughters and celebrate their achievements. "We will have two types of Diwali this time. A 'diya' Diwali, and a 'kamal' Diwali. We should dedicate this Diwali to our daughters and celebrate their achievements. This Diwali should be in name of our daughters," said PM Modi. He was addressing the gathering in Haryana's Charkhi Dadri. Assembly elections will be held in Haryana and Maharashtra on October 21 and the results will be announced on October 24.

Not election campaigns, Haryana's love draws me here: PM Modi

Charkhi Dadri (Haryana), Oct 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 15 addressed a public rally in Haryana's Charkhi Dadri. Praising the love given by the people of the state, PM Modi said that he doesn't come to the state for election rallied or campaigning for BJP rather the love of the people draws him here. "I don't come to Haryana for election rallies, I don't campaign for BJP in Haryana, I don't ask for votes in Haryana. Haryana itself calls me. I can't stop myself from coming here. You have given me so much love," said PM Modi. Assembly elections will be held in Haryana and Maharashtra on October 21 and the results will be announced on October 24.

Urs of a saint in Rajouri draws people of all faiths

Rajouri (J-K), Oct 15(ANI): Sufism has entrenched itself at the centre of cultural and spiritual life in India. The union territory of Jammu - Kashmir serves as the richest reservoir of this tradition and this can be well witnessed during the Urs of sufi saints in the region when people cutting across religious lines gather under one roof. So, giving a glimpse of this unique devotional culture, today we take you to the urs of Sain Ganji Sahib that was recently commemorated in the Rajouri district. Take a look.

Women perform sword raas in Gujarat's Rajkot

Rajkot (Gujarat), Oct 15 (ANI): Sharad Purnima is celebrated on the full moon day marking the end of monsoon according to Hindu lunar month. Celebrating the occasion, women participated in sword raas. They performed dance along with sword in both hands. Various sword acts are also performed while dancing. Women of all ages participated in the event. Practice for sword raas stars way ahead of celebration.

Murshidabad case cracked! Motive of triple murders was insurance premium money: WB Police

Murshidabad (WB), Oct 15 (ANI): In the latest development in Murshidabad triple murder case, one person named Utpal Behrah has been arrested by the police. The mystery murders of the family members was not a result of political rivalry as police investigation clarified that there was some financial dispute between the victims teacher and the accused over purchase of a PNB MetLife policy. Superintendent of Police (SP) Murshidabad Mukesh said, "One person Utpal Behrah has been arrested. This person has confessed to his crime. During investigation, it has been found that there was some financial dispute between him and the victim over purchase of a PNB MetLife policy." On October 08, a teacher, his pregnant wife and their 8-year-old son were brutally murdered at their residence in Murshidabad.

Forest Dept issues alert for poachers in Uttarakhand

Haldwani (Uttarakhand), Oct 15 (ANI): Uttarakhand Forest Department has issued an alert for poachers in the state. In order to protect the tigers, Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary in Haldwani district is being safeguarded by the forest officials. While speaking to media, the Forest Official said, "Our main focus is on tiger poachers and we want that our wildlife sanctuary to be safe and protected." Tiger poaching has impacted the probability of survival of tigers in India since long time.

Watch: Unknown miscreant throws ink on MoS Ashwini Choubey

Patna (Bihar), Oct 15 (ANI): An unknown miscreant spilled ink on Minister of States for Health Ashwini Choubey on October 15. He was on his visit to Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) to see dengue patients when the incident occurred.

Massive fire engulfs plastic factory in Gujarat's Kutch

Kutch (Gujarat), Oct 15 (ANI): Massive fire broke out at plastic factory in Gujarat's Kutch on October 14. Fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the flame. No casualties or injuries have been reported yet. Further details are awaited.

Maharashtra Assembly polls: JP Nadda, CM Fadnavis release BJP manifesto

Mumbai, Oct 15 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) working president JP Nadda and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis released party's manifesto for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. Several other party leaders were also present. Maharashtra will go to polls on October 21 and result will be declared on October 24.

Kullu Dussehra festivities conclude with international artists' performance

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Oct 15 (ANI): The renowned Kullu Dussehra fest concluded on October 14. The fest was celebrated with full fervour in the picturesque state of Himachal Pradesh. Artists from different countries participated in the international festival. Unique cultural music and colourful attire was a sight to behold. Kullu Dussehra is celebrated for 7 days following Vijayadashami. The folk flavour of the festivity, rituals and traditions here make it totally different from Dussehra celebrations elsewhere in the country.

Maximum sacrificed jawans are from Haryana, BJP can't teach us nationalism: Jannayak Janta Party leader

Jind (Haryana), Oct 15 (ANI): Jannayak Janta Party leader Dushyant Chautala stirred a controversy through his latest remarks. He said, "BJP can't teach nationalism to Haryana. Among those who sacrificed lives for India, maximum are probably from Haryana. 'Shayad jitne jawan hamare border ki suraksha mein shaheed huye itne toh shayad Gujarat ke jawan aaj tak Army mein bharti bhi nahi huye honge'." He further added, "There is no village in Haryana which has no martyr. We are proud of this land that made us strong for this country. Every 10th jawan at the border, be it China border or Pakistan border is a jawan from Haryana."

Impetus on technology, encourage small time innovators to make defence self reliant: Navy Chief

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): Indian Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh attended 41st DRDO Directors Conference on October 15. Speaking at the event, he said, "I have three suggestions-one is impetus has to be on niche technology. Second, we must take a closer look at models such as DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) in the US. Third, we need to encourage small time innovators." The 41st DRDO Directors Conference is being held at DRDO Bhawan. National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh and DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy attended the conference.

Will fight and win next war through indigenised weapons systems: Army Chief

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): Army Chief General Bipin Rawat attended 41st DRDO Directors Conference on October 15 in New Delhi. Speaking at the event, he said, "DRDO has made strides in ensuring that requirements of the services are met through home-grown solutions. We are confident that we will fight and win the next war through indigenised weapons systems and equipment." As the country is looking for innovative methods of defence, General Bipin Rawat added, "We are looking at systems for future warfare. We have to start looking at development of cyber, space, laser, electronic and robotic technologies and artificial intelligence."

Rajnath Singh arrives DRDO Bhawan to attend 41st DRDO Directors Conference

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived at DRDO (Defence Research and Development Org) Bhawan to attend 41st DRDO Directors Conference in Delhi on Oct 15. Defence Minister garlanded statue of former president APJ Abdul Kalam. Meanwhile, NSA Ajit Doval paid tribute to the 'Missile Man' of India. The ritual was followed by the Chiefs of Defence forces- Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh.

In modern world, technology and money will influence geopolitics: Ajit Doval

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): While addressing at 41st DRDO Directors Conference at DRDO (Defence Research and Development Org) Bhawan in Delhi on October 15 NSA (National Security Advisor) Ajit Doval said that in modern world technology and money will influence geopolitics. "Armies that were better equipped always called the shots and decided the destiny of mankind. They were always the one which had higher technologies. India's own historical experience on this has been sad, we were the runner-up. There is no trophy for the runner up. Either you're better than your adversaries or you're not there at all. In modern world, technology and money are two things which will influence geopolitics. Who'll win, will depend upon who has preponderance over their adversaries on these two. Of the two, technology is more important"

Indore Lokayukta conducts raid at MP Assistant Commissioner's residence

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 15 (ANI): Raids are being conducted by Lokayukta at properties of Alok Khare in matter of disproportionate assets. Alok Khare is Assistant Commissioner in MP state excise department. His properties in Bhopal, Indore, Raisen, Chhatarpur and other locations are being raided.

Watch: NSA Ajit Doval having candid conversation with Chiefs of Defence Forces

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh and DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy having a candid conversation at DRDO (Defence Research and Development Org) Bhawan for 41st DRDO Directors Conference.

Intelligence agencies have to make hard assessment to our needs: Ajit Doval

New Delhi, Oct 15 (ANI): While addressing at 41st DRDO Directors Conference at DRDO (Defence Research and Development Org) Bhawan in Delhi on October 15 NSA (National Security Advisor) Ajit Doval said that Intelligence agencies have to make hard assessment to our needs which will give us an edge over our adversaries. "Niche technologies are something that makes India more security. It has to be need based. We along with our defence services and intelligence agencies have to make a hard assessment that what are our needs which will give us an edge over our adversaries."