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Article 370 revoked: More than 21,000 families to get citizenship in JandK

Samba (JandK), Aug 17 (ANI): Pakistan refugees living in JandK haven't got Indian citizenship till now. After abrogation of Article 370, more than 21,000 families will get citizenship. These families are happy after revoke of Article 370 which means Jammu and Kashmir is no more a special state. While speaking to ANI, one of the locals said that earlier we used to face loss due to it but now after abrogation of Article 370, we are happy. Another local said, "For 70 years, people used to call us Pakistani, now we will get the citizenship. We faced several problems as they used to call us West Pakistani but now our kids will also get their rights." Article 370 that used to give special status as state to Jammu and Kashmir was revoked in Parliament on August 05.

Ram Madhav assures full statehood to Valley after situation normalises

Jammu, Aug 17 (ANI): National general secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Ram Madhav addressed Jammu and Kashmir issues in Jammu on August 16. Ram Madhav said, "A Bill has been formed; by October end, laws will be formulated under it. After Oct 31, Jammu and Kashmir will stay a Union Territory with legislature for some time and like the Home Minister clarified in Parliament, as situation normalises it'll be granted full statehood. Delimitation of seats in Assembly here will have to be done again. There will be 114 seats here, 24 out of them are for PoK, they will stay vacant. Remaining 90 seats will be for the rest of Jammu and Kashmir." He further said, "There are groups here devoid of basic human rights. We know about Kashmiri Pandits who are forced to live as refugees in their own country. Rearrangement of their rights will be done. West Pakistan refugees are also here, their rights will also be given back to them."

Heavy rainfall leads to waterlogging in parts of Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal), Aug 17 (ANI): Heavy rainfall led to waterlogging situation in West Bengal's Kolkata. Local lives affected due to incessant rains. Traffic movement also affected due to rainfall. According to a state control room monitoring the situation, several parts in south Kolkata were badly hit including Behala, Mominpur and Jinjira Bazar.

PM Modi receives Guard of Honour upon his arrival in Bhutan

Thimphu (Bhutan), Aug 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Paro International Airport in Bhutan's Thimpu on August 17. He was welcomed by Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering on his arrival. Modi also received Guard of Honour. He is on a two-day visit to Bhutan with an aim to strengthen bilateral ties with the Himalayan nation in various fields. This is PM Modi's second visit to Bhutan and his first in his second term as Prime Minister.

Ladakh is one of India's precious gems: Jamyang Tsering Namgyal

Leh (Ladakh), Aug 17 (ANI): UNSC discussed closed-door discussion on Kashmir issue on August 17 on China's request. Speaking on this issue BJP MP from Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal said, "How Indian Government develops one of its regions is an internal matter, if the neighbours have a problem with it, we can do nothing. Ladakh is an integral part of India, it's one of India's precious gems, how to handle it is an internal matter of India."

Vadodara Collector ties rakhi to NDRF personnel for carrying rescue operations

Vadodara (Gujarat), Aug 17 (ANI): As a mark of gratitude for helping the people of the district during the Vadodara floods, district collector organised a special Raksha Bandhan event for National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel where she along with some eminent citizens of the city tied Rakhi on the wrist of personnel who had participated in flood relief and rescue operations on August 16. Sharing details of the heartwarming initiative, Vadodara District Collector Shalini Agarwal told ANI, "NDRF personnel worked round the clock to rescue people during the time of the flood. They were even working on the day of Raksha Bandhan. On behalf of the people of Vadodara, it was my duty to celebrate this festival with them." NDRF personnel also appreciated the gesture and termed it a great motivation. GS Pathak, Deputy Commandant, 6 NDRF told ANI, "NDRF is a central agency and we have personnel from all states. Vadodara rescue operations were done successfully without any casualty. The

Watch: Locals crossing water stream using ropes in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi

Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand), Aug 17 (ANI): The locals in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi are crossing water stream using ropes due to heavy rainfall. It also causes heavy risk to their lives. People of Purola town in Uttarkashi are facing several problems due to rains and landslides. The road connecting around four villages in the area has been blocked for the last six-seven days due to heavy rainfall and landslide. Purola is part of Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency in Uttarakhand.

DDMA rescues people stuck in Beas River in Kullu

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Aug 17 (ANI): Two people stuck in flooded Beas River on August 17. They were later rescued by local teams of District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), police and fire brigade. Heavy rain triggered flood like situation in parts of Himachal Pradesh.

Use waste plastic instead of plywood in making your dream house

Hyderabad, Aug 17 (ANI): A couple in Hyderabad has taken up unique initiative. They are building houses and other structures using sheets made up of processed plastic waste. While speaking to ANI, Prashant Lingam said, "In 2017, we saw a video where a bull was being operated and plastic was being removed from its stomach. Then, we started reading up on it." The couple researched about the use of plastics and after gathering information, they met experts to discuss about different use of plastic and came up with a substitute for plywood. "We met experts. Then after two years these sheets were ready and it is perfect substitute for plywood. We use these for making houses, furniture, benches, toilets, bus shelters etc. It is waterproof, heat-proof. Its life is 30-40 years just like any other conventional construction," Lingam added. On India's 73rd Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi focused on the problem of plastic usage and its waste generation, asking if the country can be

Odisha flood: Dharmendra Pradhan conducts aerial survey of affected areas

Onboard, Aug 17 (ANI): Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan conducted aerial survey of flood affected Balangir, Kalahandi, Boudh, Sonepur districts of Odisha on August 17. BJP MPs Sangita Singh Deo and Basant Kumar Panda were also present during the aerial survey. People are suffering from flood like situation in parts of Odisha.

Former AAP leader Kapil Mishra joins BJP

New Delhi, Aug 17 (ANI): Former Aam Aadmi Party leader Kapil Mishra joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the national capital on August 17. They joined BJP in the presence of party leaders Manoj Tiwari and Vijay Goel. Meanwhile, Richa Pandey Mishra also joined BJP.

Encounter breaks out between police, miscreants in UP's Moradabad

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 17 (ANI): An encounter broke out between police and miscreants in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad on August 17. The arrest of two miscreants has been made in this regard. During the encounter, one police personnel also got injured. He has been admitted in a hospital for medical treatment. Further investigation is underway in the case.

Heavy downpour leads to waterlogging in Rajasthan's Sikar

Sikar (Rajasthan), Aug 17 (ANI): The state of Rajasthan has been receiving heavy rainfall since many days. The incessant rains have badly affected life of locals. It has lead to waterlogging situation in the district. Flood-situation has continuing following heavy rainfall in the region. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of cloudy sky with thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall in several parts of the state.

PM Modi receives guard of honour at Bhutan's Tashichhoedzong Palace

Thimphu (Bhutan), Aug 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Tashichhoedzong Palace to meet the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. He received guard of honour at Tashichhoedzong Palace. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Bhutan.

India's tallest man visits UP's CMO to seek help for treatment

Lucknow (UP), Aug 17 (ANI): India's tallest man Dharmendra Pratap Singh seeking Uttar Pradesh Government's aid for a hip replacement surgery on August 17. He is the tallest man in India at 8'1-ft and is the second tallest man in the world. While speaking to ANI, he said, "I had come to meet CM but he wasn't available, I had written to him seeking aid. Surgery will cost around Rs 8 lakh. I've been asked to give an estimate and been assured of help."

Watch: Landslide occurs in HP's Mandi

Mandi (HP), Aug 17 (ANI): A landslide occurred in Gohar village of Chachyot Tehsil in Mandi district on August 16. Heavy debris from mountain came to the road. The traffic movement was stopped at the right time and hence, no one was injured in the landslide.

Tehsildar becomes role model for carrying relief material on head in Karnatak

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Aug 17 (ANI): A Tehsildar of Belthangady taluk in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka became a role model for other officials who usually believe in keeping distance from physical work and cultivate a sense of superiority complex over the common people. Ganapati Shastri carried a rice bag for flood-affected people on his head while crossing a temporary bridge on August 16. Belthangady taluk is reeling under flood in the state of Karnataka. Heavy rain lashed the taluk which had resulted in flood and washed away an old bridge. Later, with the help of locals, a temporary bridge was built there by using wood. This bridge was used to transport provisions and other things needed by 46 families living on the other side of this bridge.

Watch: People wade through water in MP's Sheopur

Sheopur (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 17 (ANI): People waded through water in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur. Several bridges in the city were flooded due to the overflow of Chambal and Parvati rivers caused due to heavy rain and release of water from Kota Barrage in Rajasthan. Normal lives also affected due to continuous rains.

Lucknow's Hazratganj Chauraha renamed to Atal Chowk

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Aug 17 (ANI): The lack of civic maintenance resulted in rainwater, mud and garbage entering homes in Karnataka's Mangaluru following incessant rains. Garbage from Pachanady dumping yard is entering in residential and agricultural areas of Mangaluru. Choked nallahs and culverts in Mangaluru are forcing the affected locals to seek shelter elsewhere. The residents said that the shoddy preparation for the monsoons by local authorities resulted in waterlogging.

Getting encouraging reports of normal movement from rural areas: J-K Principal Secretary

Srinagar (J-K), Aug 17 (ANI): While addressing a press conference on the present situation of Jammu and Kashmir, J-K Principal Secretary (Planning Commission) Rohit Kansal said, "There has been no untoward incident reported so far. Public transport has started plying and we are getting encouraging reports of normal movement from a lot of rural areas. We are looking forward to opening of schools beginning with primary schools all over. As we mentioned yesterday, there will be full functionality of government offices from Monday."