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Pink vehicles launched for women and girls in Rajouri

Rajouri (JandK), Oct 12 (ANI): In a bid to provide safe and dignified travel option to women and girls, the district administration here in association with the Motor Vehicle Department launched six pink vehicles to mark the International Girl Child Day, 2019. The Mahindra Supro Exclusive women pink vehicles were launched on Friday by the District Development Commissioner (DDC), Rajouri, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, in the presence of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Yougal Manhas, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADP) Rajouri, Sher Singh among other officials. A total of six eight-seater pink vehicles will ply between Old Bus stand to GMC and AH, New Bus stand to GMC and AH and Old Bus stand to Khandli. The service will be available from 8:00 am to 8:30 pm every day. On the occasion, a mega awareness rally was organised which started from PWD Dak Bungalow Rajouri and culminated at Government Girls Model Higher Secondary School, Rajouri.

Bengaluru-based journalism student becomes British Deputy High Commissioner for a day

Bengaluru, Oct 12 (ANI): A journalism student, Ambika from Bengaluru got the rare opportunity of becoming British Deputy High Commissioner for a day and getting to learn about UK-India's diplomatic ties. She took over the role of British Deputy High Commissioner, Bengaluru, from Jeremy Pilmore Bedford for a day on Friday and oversaw UK's third-largest post in India by chairing briefing sessions, holding meetings with the government and business stakeholders on the occasion of the UN-declared 'International Day of the Girl Child'.

Chinese diaspora gather outside ITC Grand Chola Hotel to greet President Xi in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Oct 12 (ANI): The members of the Chinese diaspora gathered outside ITC Grand Chola Hotel in Chennai on Oct 12. Chinese President Xi Jinping is staying at ITC Grand Chola Hotel. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later today in Kovalam. President Xi Jinping is on 2-day visit to India.

Kovalam is all decked up to welcome Chinese President Xi

Kovalam (Tamil Nadu), Oct 12 (ANI): Kovalam is all set to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping. Locals held placards with pictures of PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to hail latter's visit. Traditional folk musicians also performed at the streets of Kovalam. Meanwhile, security is also tightened ahead of President Xi's visit. Both the leaders will meet here later today. President Xi Jinping is on 2-day visit to India.

PM Modi, President Jinping spent quality time, most of it was one-on-one: Vijay Gokhale

Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 12 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Tamil Nadu's Mahabalipuram on October 11, Foreign Secretary of Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Vijay Gokhale said, "There has been nearly five hours of quality time and discussion that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping of China have spent together. Most of it was one to one." The two leaders will hold one-on-one talks at the Fisherman's Cove resort on October 12. This will be followed up by delegation-level talks. After the talks, Modi will host a lunch for Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Twitter app relaunches for Mac

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): The official Twitter app is back for the Apple Mac, with subtle improvements. As Mashable notes, the revised app is tailored for the Mac and created with macOS Catalina's Project Catalyst tech that allows developers to easily port iPad apps on Mac. This also means that in order to use the new app, users will have to run Catalina on their Mac. The new Twitter app for the Mac is available in the Mac App Store.

Indo-China will work together to see that radicalization, terrorism did not affect fabric of our societies: MEA

Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 12 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Tamil Nadu's Mahabalipuram on October 11, Foreign Secretary of Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Vijay Gokhale said, "There were some discussion on trade related and economic issues and how to enhance the trade volume and the trade value. It also included the issue of the trade deficit that exists and the unbalanced trade that exists." "Some of the other topics included the challenges that both countries face on account of terrorism, that radicalisation is matter of concern for both. And both would work together to see that radicalisation and terrorism did not affect fabric of our societies," Foreign Secretary added.

Raghubar Das attends 'Johar Jan Ashirwad Yatra' in Jharkhand's Jhinkpani

Jhinkpani (Jharkhand), Oct 12 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das attended the 'Johar Jan Ashirwad Yatra' in state's Jhinkpani on October 11. While addressing the public gathering, CM Raghubar Das said, "Till 1995, I have worked as a labour in Tata Steel but laterwards in 2014 the people of Jharkhand gave me responsibility to govern the state. In Congress's tenure, they were doing politics of nepotism and favouritism.""During Lok Sabha elections, crores of Indians proved that a farmer, a cobbler and even a tea-seller can also become the prime minister of this country,"CM Das added. Jhinkpani is a census town in Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand.

Caregivers of children with eczema suffer mild anxiety, depression

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Mild anxiety and depression have been found in parents or caregivers surrounding children with atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema. The researchers assessed the impact of an atopic dermatitis diagnosis on the families of 35 children aged 1-6. They evaluated 83 family members and caregivers and found that all respondents reported at least mild severity anxiety with some showing moderate severity anxiety. The study found that depression and anxiety scores were associated with the persistence and longevity of atopic dermatitis. Researchers did not find an association between scores and the severity of the disease, meaning that depression or anxiety was not observed to increase where atopic dermatitis was more severe. Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema causes the skin to become itchy, red dry and cracked. It is a chronic condition that most often occurs in people who have allergies and can develop alongside asthma and hayfever.

22-year-old Ayesha Khan from Gorakhpur becomes British High Commissioner for 1 day

New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): A 22-year-old girl from Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur became British High Commissioner for a day. Ayesha Khan became British High Commissioner on October 4 after she won 'High Commissioner for a Day' challenge. While speaking to ANI, Ayesha Khan said, "I was lucky to get such an opportunity. I met a diverse group of people." "I want to do ground work in human rights and gender equality," she added. She took up the post for a day and got to experience what it is like to be UK's envoy to India. Ayesha spent the day overseeing the UK's largest overseas network, chairing briefing sessions, networking with dignitaries and meeting project beneficiaries.

Journey of Mumbai's iconic 'kali peeli' Padmini taxis ends in June 2020

Mumbai, Oct 12 (ANI): The iconic 'Kali Peeli' Padmini taxis, which reflected a link with Mumbai's past and were portrayed in several Bollywood movies, will become a part of history as they will not be seen on the roads after June 2020. These cabs have a strong connect with Mumbaikars heart as these were the lifelines of the city. Fondly known as 'kaali peeli' or 'Fiat', these cabs display the originality of old Mumbai. However, in the midst of various cab services and vehicle options available in India now, the number of Premier Padminis has gone down drastically over the years and so it's production. While speaking to ANI, leader of Mumbai Taximens Union ML Quadros said, "The Padminis have dominated the streets since the 1960s. But now there are hardly 50 to 60 cabs on the streets of Mumbai. One of the important reasons for phasing out of these taxis is the lack of spare parts, tyres and repairing tools. The manufacturer has shut down after producing the last batch sometime in the lat

Jharkhand govt will provide 'street lights' in 32,000 villages by Dec 2019: Raghubar Das

Potka (Jharkhand), Oct 12 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das attended the 'Johar Jan Ashirwad Yatra' in state's Potka on October 11. While addressing the public gathering, CM Raghubar Das said, "In East Singhbhum district, new road of around 2445 km has been constructed in past 4.5 years. We are trying to fulfill demands of masses through our different schemes." "By December 2019, our government will provide facility of street light in 32,000 villages," CM Das added. Potka is one of the assembly constituencies of Jharkhand.

Rs 452 crore transferred in bank accounts of over 11.5 lakh farmers of Jharkhand: Raghubar Das

Chaibasa (Jharkhand), Oct 12 (ANI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das attended the 'Mukhyamantri Krishi Ashirwad Yojana' and direct benefit transfer program in state's Chaibasa district on October 11. While addressing the gathering on the occasion of birth anniversary of Jayaprakash Narayan, Das said, "On the occasion of birth anniversary of Jayaprakash Narayan Rs 452 crore have been transferred in the bank accounts of over 11.5 lakh farmers of Jharkhand." He also paid homage to Jayaprakash Narayan on the occasion.

PM Modi receives Chinese Prez Xi Jinping in Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mahabalipuram on October 11. PM Modi wore a traditional 'dhoti'. Prime Minister of India and Chinese President also visited group of temples in Mahabalipuram. The group of monuments in Mahabalipuram is a UNESCO world heritage site.

PM Modi, President Jinping attend cultural program at Mahabalipuram's Shore Temple

Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping attended a cultural program at Mahabalipuram's Shore Temple on October 11. The Shore Temple has been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Different forms of cultural performances including Ramlila, Kathakali and Bharatanatyam were performed. President Xi Jinping is on a 2-day visit to India.

NMCG seeks youth participation to rejuvenate Ganga

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand), Oct 11 (ANI): As part of its Ganga Calling Campaign', the National Mission for Clean Ganga is seeking the participation of youth for the rejuvenation of the holy river. The rafting expedition, which was inaugurated by Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat from Devprayag reached Rishikesh, where the members of the team interacted with the students at the Triveni Ghat. The students took an oath to contribute for cleaning and protection of the Ganga. The Ganga Aamantran Abhiyan will cover the five Ganga basin states- Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar and West Bengal. It will have stops at five spots including Rishikesh, Haridwar, Kanpur, Allahabad, Varanasi, Patna, Sonepur and Kolkata, where the team members will interact with the locals, especially youth to make them aware about Ganga rejuvenation. This will mark the first-ever effort by the National Mission for Clean Ganga to raft across the entire River. The National Mission for Clean Ganga ai

CM Banerjee attends Durga puja carnival in Kolkata

Kolkata, Oct 11 (ANI): Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attended Durga puja carnival 2019 on October 11. The carnival was held at Kolkata's Red Road. Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar also joined her for the celebration.

PM Modi holds informal meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping

Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Oct 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an informal meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Mahabalipuram on October 11. External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale also met Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Prime Minister and Chinese President also visited group of temples in Mahabalipuram. The group of monuments in Mahabalipuram is a UNESCO world heritage site.

Locals hold protest over Murshidabad triple murder case

Murshidabad (West Bengal), Oct 11 (ANI): Locals held protest on October outside Jiaganj Police Station over Murshidabad triple murder case. A teacher, his wife and child were found murdered on October 10. Locals demanded action against the culprits. Police has detained 2 people who are being examined.

SA coach Enoch Nkwe calls Kohli a 'world-class' player

Pune (Maharashtra), Oct 11 (ANI): South Africa coach Enoch Nkwe praised India skipper Virat Kohli, who scored a double ton on Friday, by calling him a 'world-class player'. Kohli played an unbeaten knock of 254 runs, his highest individual score in the longest format of the game, on the second day of the second Test match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. "I mean he is a world-class player. Credit to India today, in terms of how they went about their business. It was a very crucial partnership between Rahane and Kohli. Obviously, he led by example and it was a great knock from him. It was superb to watch," Nkwe said in the post-match press conference. Kohli now has the most number of 200 plus scores, 7, for an Indian batsman. With this innings, the batsman has also gone past the 7000-run mark in Test cricket.