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96 days of tyranny, chaos and anarchy: Congress slams NDA's 2nd term

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): The Congress on September 04 slammed the NDA government's second term. Indian National Congress spokesperson Manish Tewari termed NDA government's second term as 96 days of tyranny, chaos and anarchy. Tewari lambasted the NDA government by raising the issue of economic slowdown. He also called the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) a monumental failure and said that over the period of 33 months, new jobs accounted for only 10 percent of the total number of loans given under the scheme. PMMY is a scheme launched by the PM Modi on April 8, 2015 for providing loans up to 10 lakh to the non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.

Don't panic on falling Rupee, says market expert Sunil Shah

Mumbai, Sep 04 (ANI): Market expert Sunil Shah on September 4 shared his views on Rupee logging its biggest single-day fall in 2019 against the United States Dollars. While expressing his views on economic slowdown, he said that Indian market combines both premium as well as emerging markets and if the country's economy is slowing down the country cannot attract more foreign capital till the growth returns back. "We are going through a difficult time but that doesn't mean that things will not improve. Indian problem is cyclical it not much of a structural problem. Once the cycle improves and turns, we will see the better days," said Shah. The domestic currency on September 3 opened lower by 55 paise at 71.95 per dollar versus August 30 close of 71.40. The Indian currency extended its fall in late afternoon session declining 100 paise to 72.40 per dollar. Later in the day, Indian Rupee closed 99 paise lower at 72.39 to the dollar.

CM Raghubar Das inspects newly constructed Assembly building

(Ranchi) Jharkhand , Sep 04 (ANI): Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Raghubar Das inspected newly constructed Assembly building on September 04. It will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 12 September.

We should figure out why people voted for PM Modi: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): Shashi Tharoor, Congress leader on his earlier positive comments on Prime Minister Modi said he is not praising him but there is a need to understand why people voted for Modi. While talking to media, S Tharoor said, "What I said is, our principle should be that we should understand why people voted for Modi. We got 19% votes in '14 and '19. BJP, under Modi, got 31% in '14, 37% in '19. Many of these are people who used to vote for us, they've gone to BJP. When you don't understand why they left, how can you bring them back? I said let's figure out. I'm not praising Mr Modi, I'm saying let's understand what attracted these votes. We must acknowledge what's been done right, point out mistakes and failings and then do better ourselves."

Revocation of Article 370 India's internal matter: Bhutan Foreign Minister

Male (Maldives), Sep 04 (ANI): Bhutan's Foreign Minister Tandi Dorji on Sep 04 said the abrogation of Article 370 was India's "internal matter", adding that there should be peace at borders, and any discussions should be done through mutual dialogue. "For us, this is an entirely internal matter of the Government of India. Also would like to say that there should be peace and tranquility at borders and any discussion should be done through mutual dialogue," Dorji told ANI. Asked about SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Summit being stalled, Dorji said it is unfortunate that the summit has been delayed but there are many other activities which were happening under SAARC umbrella.

Prime Minister Modi, President Putin take tour of Zvezda ship-building complex

Vladivostok (Russia), Sep 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi accompanied by Russian President Vladimir Putin took tour of Zvezda ship-building complex. Massive ship-building complex was developed to enhance production capacity of existing shipyard in Bolshoi Kamen town. PM Narendra Modi is in Russia as the chief guest of the 5th Eastern Economic Forum.

Parts of Mumbai submerged due to incessant rains

Mumbai, Sep 04 (ANI): Heavy rains led to water-logging in several parts of Mumbai on September 04. Streets were seen flooded in Nala Sopara post heavy rainfall. Heavy rainfall also led to water logging at Western Express Highway, which also halted traffic movement. Meanwhile, normal life was also affected due to heavy downpour in Navi Mumbai as well as the streets are filled with water. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue, predicts India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates Kochi Metro's new stretch

Kochi (Kerala), Sep 04 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Kochi Metro's new stretch from Maharaja's College junction to Thykoodam. The new stretch has a total of five stations. Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, Hardeep Singh Puri was also present.

Devotees offer prayers to 46-ft tall idol of Lord Ganesha in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Sep 04 (ANI): A 46-feet tall idol of Lord Ganesha has been erected at a 'pandal' in Odisha's Bhubaneswar. Devotees flocked to offer prayers to Lord Ganesha on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. Ganesh Chaturthi marks birth of Lord Ganesha.

PM Modi, President Vladimir Putin arrive at Zvezda ship-building plant

Vladivostok (Russia), Sep 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin reached Zvezda ship-building plant for tour. Massive Ship-building complex was developed to enhance production capacity of existing shipyard in Bolshoi Kamen town. PM Narendra Modi is in Russia as the chief guest of the 5th Eastern Economic Forum. PM Modi will also take part in the 20th India-Russia Annual Summit and hold bilateral talks with President Vladimir Putin. During the visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in which the two leaders will discuss bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest. Following this, the two sides will sign agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors.

8 arrested for drinking liquor during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Gujarat

Gujarat (Surat), Sep 04 (ANI): At least eight people were arrested for drinking liquor at a 'pandal' during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mahidharpura, Surat. Police official said, "Case registered under Gujarat Prohibition Act and other relevant sections. All accused have been arrested."

Pakistani supporters protest outside Indian High Commission in London, cause damage to premises

London (United Kingdom), Sep 04 (ANI): Pakistani supporters staged protest outside the Indian High Commission in London on September 03. They held anti-Modi placards during the protest. They also caused damage to the premises. Pakistani supporters held protest over abrogation of Article 370 in JandK.

Traffic police issues challan of Rs 16,000 to scooter rider in Haryana's Kaithal

Kaithal (Haryana), Sep 04 (ANI): After taking as heavy as Rs 23,000 challan from a Grugram man, Kaithal traffic police slapped a challan of Rs 16,000 to a scooty driver on September 3. The offender had no documents of his scooty and that is why he was penalized with this much amount. His scooty has also been impounded. Higher penalties for traffic violations came into effect from September 01 after the implementation of provisions of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019.

Watch: PM Modi receives warm welcome by Indian diaspora in Russia

Vladivostok (Russia), Sep 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by the Indian diaspora in Russia, at the Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) in Vladivostok. Indian community expressed utmost excitement over arrival of PM Modi. PM Modi will be addressing the 5th Eastern Economic Forum on September 05 as chief guest. He will also hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

PM Modi departs for Zvezda ship-building complex along with President Putin

Vladivostok (Russia), Sep 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin took a stroll around Zvezda ship building plant in Vladivostok. PM Narendra Modi is in Russia as the chief guest of the 5th Eastern Economic Forum. PM Modi will also take part in the 20th India-Russia Annual Summit and hold bilateral talks with President Vladimir Putin. During the visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in which the two leaders will discuss bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest. Following this, the two sides will sign agreements in the fields of defence, trade, investments, industrial cooperation, energy and connectivity corridors.

Protest held against murder of Auto-rickshaw driver in Bihar's Gaya

Gaya (Bihar), Sep 04 (ANI): Auto-rickshaw drivers held a candle light march protest demanding justice for the auto-driver who was shot dead by unknown assailants in Bihar's Gaya.

Affairs of Hong Kong purely China's internal matter: Chinese Ambassador to India

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): Chinese Ambassador to India, Sun Weidong said that Hong Kong affairs are purely China's internal affairs and this is a fact recognised internationally. There is no sovereignty issue over Hong Kong at all. We will not let any external forces to interfere in Hong Kong affairs or draw parallel to other issues. "Some external forces meddled with China's internal affairs and are deliberating calling violent crimes as peaceful protest. This is an outright double standard," he further added. Sun Weidong, made this statement while addressing the public gathering in New Delhi. The 2019 Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protests are a series of demonstrations in Hong Kong and solidarity protests in other cities which began with the aim of withdrawing an extradition bill proposed by the Hong Kong government.

Watch: Supporter cries, tears off shirt after DK Shivakumar arrested by ED

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): A supporter of Congress leader DK Shivakumar cried and tore off his clothes outside RML Hospital where the leader has been taken for medical tests. DK Shivakumar has been arrested by Enforcement Directorate under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Earlier, supporters of Congress leader gathered outside the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office. DK Shivakumar alleged that IT and ED cases against him are politically motivated.

Facebook doesn't want to show you like counts

New Delhi, Sep 04 (ANI): After Instagram, Facebook is reportedly testing a feature that hides like counts on posts. App analyst Jane Manchun Wong wrote in her blog that Facebook has started prototyping the hidden like/reaction count feature in its Android app. The purpose behind hiding the like count is to prevent users from feeling anxious over how their posts are received. The unreleased feature hides the like/reaction count from everyone except the creator of the post, similar to how the feature works on Instagram. The likes/ reaction counts on comments are not hidden for now. However, if the feature is rolled out fully, it may also hide that count.

Woman brutally beaten up in MP's Alirajpur

Alirajpur (MP), Sep 04 (ANI): A video went viral in Alirajpur district in which a group of men can be seen thrashing a woman. The woman was being made to walk down a village and was beaten up. She can be seen screaming in the viral video. However, the police said that they have not received any complaint regarding the matter and is looking out for the woman. "We got the video through WhatsApp. Some people told us that the video is from Alirajpur's Temachi village. We are looking for the victim who was seen in the video. We have not received any complaint regarding this matter. We are examining the authenticity of the video," Superintendent of Police Vipul Srivastava told reporters here.