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Junior doctors stage protest against NMC Bill in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Aug 08 (ANI): Junior doctors of Osmania Medical College and Gandhi Hospital of Hyderabad staged protest against the National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill, 2019 at Dharna Chowk. A junior doctor told ANI, "A person who completed 12th class can take a course of six months for medicine, Where as we studied medicines for six years after that we are eligible for practice how could they learn medicines in six months." "The government has not given clear cut criteria for next exam. We don't have complete details about the exam," protester further added. The Rajya Sabha on August 1 passed the National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill 2019, proposing sweeping reforms to medical education amid protests by the medical fraternity. The bill proposes a common final-year MBBS exam, called the National Exit Test (NEXT). On the other side Indian Medical Association (IMA) called countrywide withdrawal of services on August 8.

Tokyo gears up for Olympic Games, medals unveiled

Tokyo (Japan), Aug 08 (ANI): The Olympic Games fever has gripped Tokyo city. It's been less than a year for the mega sporting event and signs of the Olympics and logo of Tokyo Olympic are getting popular on the streets. Japan Olympic committee (JOC) recently held a preparatory meeting. The committee consists of members from the host cities, the government of Japan, prominent cultural figures and experts. The President of International Olympic Committee Thomas Bash also attended the meeting. During the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 "One Year To Go" ceremony, Thomas Bach gave an invitation to National Olympic Committee to the Tokyo Olympics. Olympic medals were also unveiled for the first time. The medals - gold, silver and bronze are manufactured from recycled mobile phones and small electronic devices. These medals are 100 percent sustainable and would not be possible without the generosity of the people of Japan.

Watch: Locals dance on waterlogged NH in Karnataka's Belagvi

Belgaum (Karnataka), Aug 08 (ANI): Locals dance on DJ music on waterlogged National Highway (Nippani-Kolhapur Road) in Yamagarni village in Karnataka's Belagavi. People seem to be enjoying the flood like situation in Karnataka's Belgaum.

Nawaz Sharif's daughter Maryam detained by NAB

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): Maryam Nawaz Sharif, daughter of former Pakistan prime minister Nawaz Sharif has been arrested by National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on August 08. She has been detained in connection with the Chaudhry Sugar Mills (CSM) case. She is also the Vice-president of Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) PML (N).

CM Pinarayi Vijayan chairs high-level meet to assess flood situation in Kerala

Idukki (Kerala), Aug 08 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on August 08 chaired a high-level meeting with government officials to take stock of the condition of various parts of the state which are facing flood-like situation due to incessant rainfall. The district collectors of affected regions have been directed to continuously monitor the situation. The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KDSMA) has already issued red alert for Idukki, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts, while an orange alert has been issued for several others. Parts of Idukki district have been severely flooded, as parked were seen submerged following heavy rainfall in the region. Kerala last year braved its one of the worst floods in the state's history in which more than 450 people had died and properties worth over Rs 40,000 crore.

Watch: Tractor swept away while crossing flooded bridge in MP's Mandsaur

Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 08 (ANI): As Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur is witnessing continuous rainfall, a tractor got swept away while trying to cross a flooded bridge in Malhargarh area in the district. Due to the timely action by the locals there, the driver and one rider on the tractor were safely evacuated. Mandsaur Superintendent of Police (SP), Hitesh Chaudhary, said continuous rainfall in Mandsaur has led to flood-like situation in district, and an alert has already been issued of possibility of further rains in the region.

Watch: Forest Dept rescues baby crocodile from artificial pond in Gujarat's Vadodara

Vadodara (Gujarat), Aug 08 (ANI): A baby crocodile was rescued by the forest department from an artificial pond in Gujarat's Vadodara on August 08.

FM Sitharaman meets industry representatives, assures govt action to pump up economy

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday met the representatives of various industries amid the fears of economic slowdown, and assured them that the government would soon take crucial steps to reenergise the growth trajectory. The demand and investment has taken a hit with the automobile sector facing a significant downturn in sales in the recent months. Tata Steel's Managing Director TV Narendran, who was one of the representatives at the meeting, said the Finance Minister assured them of government action very soon to pump up public spending, easing liquidity in various sectors such as NBFCs and MSMEs.

23 -year-old graduate develops special bangle for women safety

Hyderabad, 08 Aug (ANI): Meet Harish, a 23-year-old boy from Hyderabad. He has developed a special bangle for women safety. This bangle will send live location to the relatives and police if a woman wearing it is in danger situation. The bangle also generates electric shock to save women from unwanted touch.

Ghulam Nabi Azad had spoken language of separatists of JandK: Giriraj Singh

Patna (Bihar), Aug 08 (ANI): Minister of Animal Husbandry and Bharatiya Janta Party leader, Giriraj Singh slammed Congress party leader Ghulam Nabi Azad over latter's remark on National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. He said, "Ghulam Nabi Azad had spoken the language of separatists of Jammu and Kashmir".

Coimbatore to Russia: Group of travelers embark road trip to spread cervical cancer awareness

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Aug 08 (ANI): With increase in number of cervical cancer cases in India and other various countries, travelers from 5 different states embarked on a road trip from Coimbatore to Russia today. Around eight travelers including four man and four women started their 52 days car drive travelling 20,000 Km. The awareness campaign drive was flagged off by social worker and Indian athlete Gomathi Marimuthu (Asian gold medal winner).

India has right to decide which law to pass in nation: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): While talking about the Pakistan's decision to suspend trade with India, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that Kashmir is an internal matter of the India and country has the right to decide which law to pass in the nation. He also added that he already knew that the Pakistan will do smoothing after Article 370 was revoked. The Centre scrapped Article 370 which gave Jammu and Kashmir special status.

CM BS Yediyurappa visits flood-affected area in Karnataka's Belgam

Belgaum / Mysuru (Karnataka), Aug 08 (ANI): Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa survey of flood-affected area in Karnataka's Belgaum on August 08. Flood has affected several areas of the state throwing normal life out of gear. There has been an increase in water level in the Kabini Dam of Mysuru with 46,000 cusecs of water. 40,000 cusecs of water has been released from the dam. Water level in Kabini Dam is currently 2281.5 feet and maximum level is 2284 feet.

Rajnath Singh takes dig at Pakistan, says 'wish no other nation gets neighbour country like them'

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): While addressing the Army veterans at Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) in New Delhi, Rajnath Singh indirectly took a dig at Pakistan. He said "You can change friends but not neighbours. I wish to god no other nation got neighbour country (Pakistan) like them. Rajnath Singh is Chairman of Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses. IDSA is an Indian think tank for advanced research in international relations, especially strategic and security issues, and providing training to civilian and military officers of the Indian government.

Dams, rivers on rise as parts of country struggle with flood-like situation

Idukki/Wayanad (Kerala)/Sukma (Chhattisgarh)/Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh)/ Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Aug 08 (ANI): More than expected rainfall in various parts of the country has led to flood-like situation in several districts of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and other states. The incessant rains are affecting the normal life, as people found it difficult to commute to through the day. Transport links also took a hit owing to flooded railway tracks in various parts of the country. The local administration of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh has been alerted by the weather department of incessant rains in next couple of days. Water logged areas have become common sight in various parts of the country.

Heavy rainfall wreaks havoc in Karnataka's Kodagu

Kodagu (Karnataka), Aug 08 (ANI): Life came to standstill in parts of Karnataka following incessant rainfall. More than 90 people were evacuated and later, they were sheltered in relief camps due to flood in Madikeri area of Kodagu district. Knee-deep waterlogging is creating problems in commuting.

Sushma Swaraj's daughter immerses ashes in Ganga River

Hapur (UP), Aug 08 (ANI): Ashes of former union minister Sushma Swaraj were immersed in Ganga River in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur on Thursday. Sushma Swaraj's daughter Bansuri performed the rituals. Sushma Swaraj, who touched millions by turning Twitter into a helpline for those are in distress across the world, died due to cardiac arrest on August 06. She was 67.

Good sign for JandK as people come out to buy daily necessity items

Jammu/ Srinagar (JandK), Aug 08 (ANI): People have started leaving the house for necessary work in Jammu. People seen outside their home can be a good sign for JandK and the country. Internet services in JandK have been completely closed since Article 370 was scrapped. Also, the mobile network has been closed. Schools and colleges are not expected to open yet.

Ghulam Nabi Azad criticises Ajit Doval over interaction with JandK locals

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): Reacting to National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval's interaction with locals in Jammu and Kashmir (JandK) following the revocation of Article 370 and conversion of the state into two Union Territories (UTs), Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad said, "You can get anyone with you through money power." Azad, who is today visiting the militancy-hit state, criticised the government for 'unilaterally' revoking Article 370 and not taking the people of JandK into confidence. Azad further said JandK might be the first state in the country which has been converted in a UT by imposing curfew.

India should've broken bilateral relations with Pakistan long ago: Sanjay Raut

New Delhi, Aug 08 (ANI): Dismissing any repercussion of Pakistan downgrading bilateral relations with India, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said it should've been New Delhi which needed to initiate the breaking the diplomatic relations with Islamabad. Raut added that India should kick out all the officials of Pakistan High Commission in the national capital. Raut further said that India calls Pakistan a terror factory but the former has its ambassador sitting in that factory.