New York (USA), Oct 19 (ANI): Speaking to ANI, US President Donald Trump's son on October 19 (local time) said that President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's bonding will benefit both the countries going into the future. "I think the relationship of my father President Donald Trump and PM Modi is incredible...It has been an honour to watch and I love that they have a great and powerful relationship that will benefit both of our countries going into the future."
Indore (MP), Oct 19 (ANI): BJP leader Jyotiraditya Scindia accused Congress of not respecting women. The reaction came after Former chief minister of Madhya Pradesh and Congress leader, Kamal Nath while referring to Imarti Devi said, "Yeah kaun item hai?" Scindia said, "This is Congress's principle. First, Digvijay Singh had said something about Congress leader Meenakshi Natrajan which I don't remember, now Kamal Nath called BJP's Imarti Devi an 'item' while Ajay Singh called her 'Jalebi'. Congress never respects women."
Gopalganj (Bihar), Oct 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's doppelganger, Abhinanandan Pathak is all set to take the plunge into politics by contesting in Bihar elections 2020. Abhinanandan will be contesting from from Hathua constituency in Gopalganj district. The 53-year-old aspires to become the Chief Minister of Bihar. Abhinanandan is contesting against four-time MLA Bihar's social welfare minister Ramsevak Singh. Pathak said, "I have filed nomination from Vanchit Samaj Party in Hathua constituency. This is battle for progress. After winning the election in Hathua constituency, I will try to become the chief minister of the state with people's blessing by touching their feet. On this seat it is going to be battle between the rich and the poor."
Gwalior (MP), Oct 19 (ANI): Former chief minister of Madhya Pradesh and Congress leader, Kamal Nath sparked controversy after his comment on Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Imarti Devi, while addressing a rally in MP's Gwalior ahead of Madhya Pradesh bypolls. While referring to Imarti Devi, Kamal Nath said, "Yeah kaun item hai?' BJP leader Imarti Devi broke into tears while speaking to ANI. In her reply said, "What's my fault if I was born in a poor family? What is my fault if I belong to Dalits? I want to appeal to Sonia Gandhi, who is also a mother, to not keep such people in her party. If such words will be used for women then how can any woman move forward?"
Dholpur (Rajasthan), Oct 19 (ANI): Video of the fatal attack on BJP's minority front district president and former Vice Chairman Mushtaq Qureshi has gone viral. In the viral video about a dozen masked youth came in a car on Highway No.3 with sticks in their hands. Miscreants brought him out of his house and started thrashing him with sticks on road. Mushtaq is in a critical condition and has been admitted to Agra's hospital.
Ballia (UP), Oct 19 (ANI): Days after a 46-year-old man was killed in a firing incident in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia district, UP Police Special Task Force (STF) brought the main accused, Dhirendra Singh to district police station. He will be produced before court tomorrow. Dhirendra was arrested earlier on October 18 from Polytechnic Crossing in Lucknow. The firing incident took place over a dispute at a meeting for selection of ration shops in Durjanpur village.
Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 18 (ANI): Former chief minister of Madhya Pradesh and Congress leader, Kamal Nath sparked controversy after his comments on Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Imarti Devi, while addressing a rally in MP's Gwalior ahead of Madhya Pradesh bypolls. He said, "Shivraj Singh is such an actor who can let down Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Shivraj got to Mumbai and do acting at least you'll make Madhya Pradesh proud that way. Our candidate Suresh Raje is very simple man. Our candidate is not like her, what's her name? (people shout Imarti Devi, who is former State Minister) You know her better and should have warned me earlier. Ye kya item hai."
Kochi (Kerala), Oct 18 (ANI): The Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan hit out at (Communist Party of India) (Marxist), after left party alleged that Centre is manipulating investigating agencies in Kerala gold smuggling case. "Allegation by CPM regarding pressure exerted by central government on investigating agencies has no substance. It's politically motivated as they are at the receiving end. Now, the connection of Kerala Gold Smuggling Case with higher-ups in government is coming out one by one," said MoS MEA V Muraleedharan
New Delhi, Oct 17 (ANI): Air pollution levels are a grave concern as India continued to battle deadly virus. Thick smog enveloped parts of Delhi. Widespread stubble burning in neighbouring states and local pollutants led to worsen air quality in the national capital. As per CPCB, air quality at RK Puram is 256 and Anand Vihar is 286, all stand in 'poor' category.
Anantnag (J-K), Oct 17 (ANI): Indian Army 19 RR in collaboration with Pune based NGO, Aseem foundation organised a women's cricket tournament in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. 4 women cricket teams participated from Anantnag and Kulgam districts in the tournament held at Sports Stadium Dooru Shahabad. Female cricketers hailed the initiative and urged the parents to support their children in pursuing their career in sports. Female Ranji Trophy player Rubiya Syed said that it is a happy moment for girls that Indian Army has organized this tournament. Rubiya said, "The matches that are taking place here are being conducted by the Army. The intension behind is that if any girl is coming out through these camps then will get a chance to go to Pune and be a part of academies. So, it's a matter of happiness for us." Aseem Foundation president, Pune Sarang Gosavi said that the foundation will provide sponsorship for education and sports of the selected candidates.
New Delhi, Oct 17 (ANI): Devotees offered prayers at Delhi's famous Jhandewalan Temple on the first day of 'Navratri' on October 17. Morning 'aarti' was also performed at the temple. Devotees were also seen visiting Kalkaji Mandir on the occasion. However, temples should follow allow the COVID-19 guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Poonch (J-K), Oct 17 (ANI): District Youth Services and Sports Department of Poonch organised a tracking expedition for youths in Mangnar. Around 90 youths participated in the event. Youth hailed the sports department of Poonch for organising this tracking expedition amid pandemic.
Dumka (Jharkhand), Oct 17 (ANI): A 12-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in Jharkhand. The heinous crime happened in Ramgarh Police Station limits of Dumka district. "The body has been sent for post mortem. Investigation is underway," a police official said.
New Delhi, Oct 17 (ANI): Idol makers in Delhi expressed their plight as idol business ahead of festive season has drastically dipped due to corona induced lockdown. Idol makers have taken loans to provide bread and butter to their families. They claimed that season which used to be worth Rs. 20,000-Rs. 30,000 is not even touching Rs. 5, 000. One of the Idol makers said, "Comparatively, the work is far less than last year. Our season used to be of Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 30, 000, now idols worth Rs. 5, 000 are also not getting sold." First day of Navratri is being observed on October 17.
Firozabad (UP), Oct 17 (ANI): A BJP leader was shot dead in Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad on October 17 by bike-borne assailants. Leader DK Gupta was shot outside his shop in Narkhi Police Station limits. Police arrived at the spot to take situation into control. Relatives named a suspect who had earlier threatened Gupta over the enmity due to 'pradhan' election. Police investigation is underway.
Lucknow (UP), Oct 16 (ANI): In order to protect cows and buffaloes from abduction and ensure their good health, UP government is assigning 12-digit unique identification number in Lucknow. R Singh from Animal Husbandry department, Lucknow, said, "They're being tagged with details including age and breed. It'll help in efficient healthcare and trace their location. About 10 lakh animals have been tagged in Lucknow so far." "It is a great initiative, we will be able to keep a track over them now on," said a local.
Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Oct 16 (ANI): As COVID-19 spread continues in one of the worst-hit cities in the state, Odisha government's sero-survey is now in the third round in Bhubaneswar from today (October 16) to detect anti-bodies among the participants. "Our target is to complete 1,500 sample collections from the general population in the coming three days," said Jaya Singh Kshatri, Scientist at ICMR-Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), Bhubaneswar.
Patna (Bihar), Oct 16 (ANI): The chief of Lok Janshakti Party (LJP), Chirag Paswan responded to BJP leaders, who accused him of using senior party leaders' names and pictures for campaigning ahead of the Bihar polls. While commenting on it, Paswan, "I don't need to use Prime Minister Narendra Modi's photos for campaigning. He lives in my heart, I am his Hanuman. If needed, I'll tear open my chest and show it." "I have no issues if BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) members made comments against me," Chirag Paswan added.
Phanta Chowk (Srinagar), Oct 16 (ANI): Kashmir Inspector General of Police, Vijay Kumar informed that the forces have arrested Jahangir Bhat, the associate of SPO Altaf Hassan Bhat, both of whom had decamped recently with two AK-47 rifles and three magazines. "Special Police Officer Altaf Hassan Bhat, posted in Budgam, had decamped with two AK-47 rifles and three magazines, two days back along with his friend Jahangir Bhat. Area was cordoned by security forces and firing had ensued. SPO managed to escape, Jahangir was nabbed," said Kashmir IGP.
Awantipora (Jammu and Kashmir), Oct 16 (ANI): In a joint search operation, Awantipora Police, with 55 Rashtriya Rifles and 185 Battalion CRPF busted a terrorist hideout at Kawani area of J-K's Awantipora district. They destroyed the underground hideout of Lashkar- e-Taiba. One pistol, three hand grenades, 2091 rounds of AK-47 ammunition has been recovered from the spot. FIR has been registered in the matter.