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Single largest order: DRDO Chairman on IAF purchasing 83 LCA Tejas

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): Government's approval for indigenous manufacturing of 83 LCA Mk 1A to HAL is the single largest order, said DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy. "It's a major development in aeronautics history of the country. It will give a major boost to aeronautics of the country. It's the single largest order ever from IAF as far as number of aircraft is concerned," said DRDO Chairman.

Watch: DRDO exhibits futuristic fighter aircraft

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): In order to make India Aatmanirbhar, DRDO exhibited high level of indigenous content in defence forces. DRDO has displayed the models of its futuristic fighter aircraft, including the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft and LCA Mark 2, at Aero India 2021 in Bengaluru. Defence Research and Development Organisation has also showcased India's under-development fifth-generation fighter aircraft Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft at Aero India. As per DRDO, the aircraft would come with stealth features and all capabilities of a multirole fighter plane.

Watch: Tej Pratap Yadav rides electric cycle in Mathura

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 03 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav, who is known for his unique style, surprised people as he rode an electric cycle. He was seen riding electric cycle in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura. He is on visit to Vrindavan.

India will have enormous indigenous defence weapons in next 5 years: DRDO Chairman

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): In next five years, India should be able to see very high level of indigenous content in defence forces, said DRDO Chairman G Satheesh Reddy at Aero India 2021 in Benglauru. "PM has been asking us to enhance indigenous content in the Armed Forces. Gen Bipin Rawat also said that we should fight next war with indigenous weapons only. In next 5 years, we should be able to see very high level of indigenous content in defence forces," DRDO chairman told ANI.

Tihar Haat and Tihar Emporia reopen

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Both the exclusive stores namely Tihar Haat and Tihar Emporia of tihar jail were closed during the nationwide lockdown due to spread of COVID-19 pandemic. A wide range of products made by prison inmates like Bakery products, Namkeen, Biscuits, Spices, Housekeeping products, Wooden Crafts, Mustard Oil, Hand-made File Covers, Pant-Shirts, Blankets and Bed-sheets, Facemasks are retailed on these stores. The prisoners who are lodged in Semi-Open Jail are employed at these stores as store-assist. With the improvement in COVID-19 situation, Tihar Emporia reopened in August last year and Tihar Haat resumed its service recently. Both the stores will remain opened on all seven days from 11AM to 07PM. The new venture Tihar Art Gallery will also come up very soon near the Tihar Haat building. Here, paintings and sculpture made by Tihar Prison inmates will be showcased for exhibition and sale purposes.

First ever Ice-Cricket championship in Srinagar brings new hope

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Feb 3 (ANI): The first-ever Ice-Cricket championship was organised in Srinagar by the Super Seven Cricket Association of Jammu and Kashmir under the guidelines of the Super Seven Federation of India. Braving heavy snowfall in the Kashmir valley during this season, the youngsters came out in huge numbers to take part in the event. This tournament comes with new hope for the youth of the Valley to boost and continue with winter sports in Kashmir. The players hope that with this tournament many other winter games will also be introduced in the future.The players later got awards for participation in the match and the winner team also got a cup.

Sharjeel Usmani booked for controversial speech: Anil Deshmukh

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): A police case has been registered against Aligarh Muslim University alumnus Sharjeel Usmani over his speech at the recent Elgar Parishad 'controversial speech'. The conclave was held in Maharashtra's Pune. "A case has been registered against Sharjeel Usmani. He is not in Maharashtra and a team has been constituted to catch him," said Home Minister Deshmukh.

Kerala CM lost credibility after gold scam: JP Nadda

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Feb 03 (ANI): Chief Minister Office's involvement has embarrassed self respecting Malayalis, said BJP president JP Nadda while addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram. "In Gold scam, involvement of CMO has embarrassed self-respecting Malayalis, not only in Kerala but world over. Pinarayi Vijayan has lost his credibility. Investigation which is going on is going to throw further light and it seems many ministers are going to come to light," said President Nadda.

Defence budget sends message that govt won't support forces: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Criticising the defence budget of this year, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi asserted that the central government wants to send a message to the forces that it won't support them if China enters the country. He said, "China enters into India and grabs our land. What message do you give them? That we won't increase our Defence Expenditure. You raised it by Rs 3000-4000 Cr. What message did you give? That you can enter India and do whatever you want, we won't support our Defence Forces."

Watch: BMC Joint Commissioner mistakenly drinks sanitiser

Mumbai, Feb 03 (ANI): During the presentation of BMC Budget in Mumbai, city's Joint Municipal Commissioner Ramesh Pawar accidentally drank hand sanitiser instead of water on February 03.

IAF's magical stunts at Aero India 2021

Bengaluru, Feb 03 (ANI): Leveraging aerospace power for India's security and stability, with blue sunny skies Air Force Station Yelahanka welcomed world to Aero India 2021. A carnival spirit drifts in as bravehearts joined to put in their best on the table. IAF's Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team and Sarang helicopters conducted aerobatic display at Aero India show. The aircrafts took part in flypast in 'AatmaNirbhar formation' at Aero India 2021. The breathtaking 'Trishul formation' by Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters witnessed during the carnival in Bengaluru. 13th edition of Aero India 2021 commenced on Feb 03. Amid the pandemic, this is the first global air show displayed at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru. Aero India 2021 is centred on a theme 'conceive, indigenize, collaborate'.

Farmers not going anywhere, resolve their issues: Rahul Gandhi to govt

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on February 03 said central government needs to resolve the farmers’ matter as soon as possible, warning that the protestors are not going away. He said, "Delhi is surrounded by farmers. They're the people who give us sustenance. Why is Delhi being converted into a fortress? Why are we threatening, beating and killing them? Why is Govt not talking to them and not resolving this problem? This problem isn't good for country." "PM saying that offer is still on table to postpone laws for 2 yrs. What does it mean? Either you believe that you need to get rid of the laws or you don't. I feel this issue needs to be resolved as soon as possible and Govt needs to listen as farmers aren't going away," he added.

Budget only caters to 1% population: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Speaking on Union Budget 2021-22, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on February 03 said recent Union Budget, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, support only 1% population of India. Adding on it, he said, "If we want to restart our economy, it will only be through consumption. It is not possible from the supply side." While addressing a press conference in national capital, Rahul said, "I had expected from the Budget that Govt will provide support to 99% of India's population. But this Budget is that of the 1% population. You snatched away money from people in small and medium industry, workers, farmers, Forces and put it in the pockets of 5-10 people." "You talk of privatisation which will benefit them. India needs to put money in the hands of its people. Because if we want to restart our economy, it will only be through consumption. It is not possible from the supply side," he added.

Rakesh Tikait attends 'Mahapanchayat' in Haryana's Jind

Jind (Haryana), Feb 03 (ANI): Bhartiya Kisan Union (Arajnaitik) leader Rakesh Tikait visited Haryana's Jind to attend 'Mahapanchayat' on February 03. The Kisan 'Mahapanchayat' has been called by Kandela Khap president Tek Ram Kandela. Tikait will later address the gathering. Protesting farmers are adamant on their demands of repelling Centre's three farm laws. Rakesh Tikait warned that the protest will not end before October 2021.

Watch: Stage holding Rakesh Tikait collapses during Mahapanchayat in Jind

Jind (Haryana), Feb 03 (ANI): The stage on which Bharatiya Kisan Union (Arajnaitik) leader Rakesh Tikait and other farmer leaders were standing collapsed in Haryana's Jind on February 03. A Kisan 'Mahapanchayat' was underway when the incident took place. The Kisan 'Mahapanchayat' was called by Kandela Khap president Tek Ram Kandela, and was attended by Tikait.

Farmers' stir is an experiment': MP Home Minister

Bhopal (MP), Feb 03 (ANI): Amid the ongoing farmers' protest against the farm laws, Madhya Pradesh's Home Minister Narottam Mishra said that the 'farmers' agitation is an experiment'. "Farmers' stir is an experiment. If it's successful, then people will start protests against CAA-NRC, Article 370 and Ram Temple. Nobody has been able to explain 'what's so black about the black laws' (farm laws). These protests are based on assumptions," said MP Home Minister Mishra.

Assam govt pointed out anomalies in implementation process of 1st NRC: Himanta Biswa

Guwahati (Assam), Feb 03 (ANI): Assam government pointed out many anomalies in implementation process of 1st National Register of Citizens, said Transformation and Development Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Citizenship Amendment Act has been passed, rule is yet to be framed. So, it is entirely up to Government of India to frame the rule and modify it. So far as NRC in Assam is concerned, we have already pointed out many anomalies in the implementation process of the first NRC. Our NRC coordinator has already filed an affidavit detailing anomalies and requirement of a re-verification process. Assam NRC issue is basically between judiciary and Assam govt and nothing is to be decided by Govt of India, per se. Our matter is in the court and Assam issue will be independent of what has been stated in the Parliament. Assam issue will be decided by Court, Govt of India and Govt of Assam," said Assam Minister Sarma.

'Deep Sidhu will be traced soon': Special CP (Crime)

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): Speaking to ANI in the national capital on February 03, Special CP (Crime and EOW), of Delhi Police, Praveer Ranjan said, "Crime branch is examining who all were involved in actual violations, including leaders, who had given undertaking for tractor parade on fixed route, didn't abide by it. We are probing role of main leaders in route violations." "There is no coordination issue with Punjab Police, though we haven't been able to arrest Deep Sidhu. Hopefully, he will be traced soon. Be it politicians or their followers, probe will proceed ahead on basis of evidence and action will be taken against them," Special CP (Crime) added.

3 AAP MPs suspended for a day over creating ruckus in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, Feb 03 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on February 03, Rajya Sabha MP of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Sanjay Singh said, "We expressed our dissent in the house and we want to repeal the three farm laws because talks won't help. Three of us have been suspended for a day."

Spl. Police Commissioner Sanjay Singh praises injured Police personnel

New Delhi, February 3 (ANI): In a programme organized at in outer district of Delhi, Police Commissioner SN Shrivastava met policemen, who sustained injuries during the tractor rally violence on Republic Day. Special commissioner of Police, Western Range, Sanjay Singh was also present at the programme. As many as 144 police personnel of Western range got injured during the clash. Addressing the Police personnel, Special Commissioner Sanjay Singh said, "the tough conditions in which they are performing their duty amidst the farmers protest is commendable."