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Delhi Health Minister cites festive season, pollution as reasons for rising COVID cases

New Delhi, Oct 31 (ANI): Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain updated on the rising COVID cases in national capital. He said, "It's a combined effect of the festive season, decrease in temperature and increased pollution. The experts had also suggested that at this time, COVID-19 cases could rise. People are also giving less importance to wearing face masks."

We need to move from government to governance: PM Modi to Civil Service Probationers

Kevadia (Gujarat), Oct 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in virtual interaction with Civil Service Probationers on October 31. PM Modi said, "You are the officers, who will be serving the country when it celebrates 100 years of Independence. From 2022, the 25 years ahead are very important for the country. You have a huge responsibility." He further said, "The public is not just the beneficiary of government policies, programs, but is the real driving force. That is why we need to move from government to governance."

Himachal Pradesh turns white after fresh snowfall

Lahaul Spiti/ Billing village (Himachal Pradesh), Oct 31 (ANI): Various parts of Himachal Pradesh received fresh snowfall on October 31. Muling village in Lahaul Spiti was covered in white sheet. Meanwhile, Billing village near Keylong witnessed a dip in temperature following snowfall.

'Padhai, Kamayi, Sichai, Dawai' are real issues of Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav

Patna (Bihar), Oct 31 (ANI): On October 31, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav said that 'Padhai, Kamayi, Sichai, Dawai' are the real issues of Bihar. Tejashwi Yadav said, "'Padhai, Kamayi, Sichai, Dawai' are the real issues of Bihar on which CM Nitish Kumar never speaks. We are thinking of making present and future better but Chief Minister Nitish Kumar wants to keep referring to the past. BJP president JP Nadda should tell us why he didn't give special status to Bihar and why he never took a review of Bihar floods. We are ready for an open debate with Nadda Ji also."

Watch: Partially damaged Durgapur barrage release huge quantity of water in WB

Durgapur (West Bengal), Oct 31 (ANI): A portion of locked gate no. 31 of Durgapur barrage partially damaged in West Bengal, which resulted in continuous release of huge quantity of water from the barrage. According to reports, it might become reason of flood-like situation in the area.

Be aware of 'Gappu, Pappu and Lappu': MoS Choubey hits at Congress, RJD

Patna (Bihar), Oct 31 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey hit at Congress and RJD and asked to be aware of 'Gappu, Pappu and Lappu'. He said, "One who couldn't even pass 10th standard is commenting on Nitish Kumar who had been an engineer. These Congress and RJD people wrote the story of corruption. So, be aware of these Gappu, Pappu and Lappu."

India's first-ever seaplane service launched from Ahmedabad to Kevadia

Kevadia, Gujarat (ANI) October 31: India's first-ever seaplane services have been launched from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati riverfront to Statue of Unity in Kevadia on the 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It aims to revolutionise the country's regional connectivity scheme. Water aerodromes at both these locations are being developed with aviation expertise of Airports Authority of India in cooperation with Gujarat Government. The project is funded by the Ministry of Civil Aviation under its RCS-UDAN scheme. There are plans to develop 12 such sea plane routes in the country with an aim to boost tourism and generate employment.

'Nation is establishing new dimensions of unity,' says PM Modi

Kevadia (Gujarat), Oct 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his address in Gujarat's Kevadia said nation is establishing new dimensions of unity. "Today, Kashmir has moved on a new path of development...Whether it is restoration of peace in the Northeast, or the steps being taken for development there, today the country is establishing new dimensions of unity," said PM in Gujarat on birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

PM Modi hails corona warriors on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary

Kevadia (Gujarat), Oct 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised country's fight against COVID-19 during his address at Gujarat's Kevadia on October 31. "130 crore Indians together honoured the COVID-19 warriors in their fight against this pandemic. The way the country has proved its collective potential during this time is unprecedented," said PM Modi. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Gujarat, to celebrate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Seaplane service to boost tourism in Kevadia: PM Modi

Kevadia (Gujarat), Oct 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering at 'Statue of Unity' in Gujarat's Kevadia. He hailed the seaplane service from Sabarmati riverfront to Kevadia that will start from today. He said, "Today, a seaplane service from Sabarmati riverfront to Kevadia will be started. This will help boost tourism in this area." PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Gujarat, to celebrate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

How 'normal' is 'Jannat' Kashmir? Watch the video to decide for yourself

Water sports, cultural activities, exhibitions and businesses reopening - are these signs of normalcy in Kashmir? Well, we can say that the 'heaven of the world' is taking baby steps towards business as usual, after a difficult phase that witnessed protests over scrapping of Article 370 and shutdowns due to coronavirus pandemic. Watch this video and decide yourself whether these are signs of normal days ahead.

2 terrorists killed in encounter in JandK's Budgam

Budgam (JandK), Oct 28 (ANI): Two unidentified terrorists were killed during an ongoing encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district. The encounter broke out at Aribagh Mouchwa area of Budgam on October 27. Police and security forces are on the job. More details are awaited in this regard.

Bihar polls: Tejashwi Yadav urges people to 'vote for change'

Patna (Bihar), Oct 28 (ANI): As voting of first phase commenced on 71 seats in Bihar, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav urged people to excise their voting rights keeping in mind the issues that the state is facing. He further said that people should vote for a change. Tejashwi Yadav said, "It is a festival of democracy. I just want to urge people of Bihar to excise their voting right in order to see a change. For 15 years, this government has kept the youth unemployed, turned away from daily wage workers, poverty did not end, famine did not end and instead both health and education got adversely affected. Therefore, people who are excising vote should vote on issues. And today, unemployment is the biggest issue in Bihar. And please vote to see a change."

'Election is biggest festival of democracy,' says Giriraj Singh

Lakhisarai (Bihar), Oct 28 (ANI): Union Minister and Member of Parliament Giriraj Singh visited a temple in Lakhisarai's Barahiya to seek blessings ahead of Bihar's first phase of voting. Giriraj Singh called election as the biggest festival of democracy. Total of 1,066 candidates are in fray for 71 seats in Bihar. Amid pandemic, it is first of its kind voting. Giriraj Singh said, "Election is the biggest festival of democracy. Everyone has the right to vote. I appeal to everyone to exercise their right to vote."

Bihar polls: COVID-19 measures taken in all booths, informs Magadh IG

Gaya (Bihar), Oct 28 (ANI): Voting for the first phase of Bihar Elections commenced on October 28 under which total of 1,066 candidates are in fray for 71 seats. Speaking to ANI in Gaya, Inspector General (IG) of Magadh Range, Rakesh Rathi said, "We have taken all security measures in every polling booth. Adequate security forces have been deployed. COVID-19 measures have also been taken in all the booths."

Voting begins in Gaya for Phase 1 of Bihar polls

Gaya (Bihar), Oct 28 (ANI): Voting for the first phase of Bihar Elections commenced in Bihar's Gaya. Total of 1,066 candidates are in fray for 71 seats in Bihar. People deployed on polling duties were seen wearing masks and gloves. The polling booths were sanitised before the voting process. Amid pandemic, it is first of its kind voting.

High-priced onions become new normal for consumers in Mumbai

Mumbai, Oct 28 (ANI): Onion prices continued to surge in Mumbai's Byculla market. Continues rainfall in parts of India led to rise in onion prices. Onions are being sold at Rs 70-80 per kg. Traders used to sell 10 quintals in a day, now it has reduced to less than 3 quintals. A seller said, "Prices have doubled. We used to sell 10 quintals in a day, now it's reduced to less than 3 quintals. We've no idea why supply is less and how long this will prevail."

Bihar polls: First phase to see voting on 71 seats, officials leave for polling stations

Gaya (Bihar), Oct 28 (ANI): Citizens of Bihar are ready to choose their next state government as the assembly polls will kick start from October 28. The first phase will see 71 of the 243 seats go to polls. Polling parties in Gaya left for their respective polling stations after collecting EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines) and VVPATs (Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails) ahead of voting for the first phase of polling. Gaya's District Magistrate Abhishek Singh informed that more than 20,000 polling personnel and around 18,000 police officers have been deployed for smooth functioning of polling process. Bihar will vote in three phases of which first begins on October 28, and the next two phases of voting will take place on November 03 and November 08. Counting of votes will take place on November 11.

Ballabhgarh incident: 'There was pressure on her to change religion and marry,' says victim's father

Ballabhgarh (Haryana), Oct 27 (ANI): On October 26, a 21-year-old college girl was shot dead in broad daylight in Ballabhgarh. According to police, the incident happened when the woman went to write her college exam. Two accused have been arrested in the incident and are in the police custody. According to victim's father, "There was pressure on her to change her religion and marry." Earlier today, Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar assured strict action against the culprits.

India's growth will be negative or near zero this year: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, Oct 27 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended 4th Annual India Energy Forum by CERA Week on Oct 27. She said, "India's growth this year will be negative or near zero. Next year India can be one of the fastest growing economies. Festival season has commenced in India, as a result of which I expect the demand to go up and therefore, be sustainable also." She further said, "Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow between April and August of 2020, grew by about 13% compared to non-COVID 2019's comparable period. Globally, we are one of the lowest in terms of Corporate Taxation. For any investment which comes into manufacturing and which commences production by 31st March 2023, they shall be paying only 15% Corporate Tax."