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PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti released from detention

Srinagar, Oct 14 (ANI): Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, who was in detention from August 5 last year following the abrogation of the special status of the erstwhile state. Mufti was released on Tuesday night as the Union Territory administration revoked the Public Safety Act charges against her. The PDP chief's release comes ahead of the expiry of the deadline set by Supreme Court, which had been approached by her daughter Iltija Mufti with a habeas corpus petition challenging her "illegal" detention. The SC on September 29 had given the administration of Jammu and Kashmir till October 14 to explain how long they intended to keep Mufti in custody. Mufti and many other leaders of Kashmir, including Farooq Abdullah, were put in detention last year following the abrogation of Article 370 of the Indian Constitution that accorded special status to the erstwhile state. In July this year, Mufti's detention under the Public Safet

Wanted to increase indigenous content in Nirbhay Missile: DRDO Chief on technical snag

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): DRDO Chief G Satheesh Reddy on October 14 said that Nirbhay sub-sonic cruise Missile has successfully completed all its development trials. "Nirbhay has been flight-tested earlier and has successfully completed all its development trials. We only wanted to increase indigenous content in it. After that some snag had come, we are looking into it," said Reddy.

Most of the indigenous systems in BrahMos functioned to full satisfaction: DRDO Chief

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): India successfully tested BrahMos supersonic cruise missile with indigenous incorporated systems on September 30. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chief Dr G Satheesh Reddy said, "Test is done primarily to enhance indigenous content in missile. Many indigenous systems incorporated in BrahMos missile system have been flight tested, along with extended range." "It was a successful mission. Most of the indigenous systems, incorporated now, have functioned to full satisfaction and the indigenous content has gone up in BrahMos now," DRDO Chairman added.

Layer of smog envelopes Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): Air quality deteriorated in Delhi with rise of pollutants on October 14. Stubble burning in neighbouring states is said to be among major reasons for pollution. CM Kejriwal has launched campaigns to combat pollution in national capital.

Rainfall triggers severe water-logging in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Oct 14 (ANI): Downpour led to severe water-logging in parts of Hyderabad. Water gushed into residential areas. "Generally cloudy sky with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers," predicts India Metrological Department. State Disaster Response Force and Fire Department carried out rescue operation in Toli Chowki area.

Panasonic announces tiny box-style video camera

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): Panasonic has announced Lumix BGH1, a unique device that the company describes as a "box-style mirror-less cinema and live event camera."According to The Verge, the mini camera has a Micro Four Thirds sensor and a compact cubic design, with one of the camera's sides almost completely dominated by the lens mount. Designed for versatility, expandability, and ease of installation, the BGH1 camera can be used in multi-camera situations involving drones, live streaming, and other complex setups. The camera has Power over Ethernet+, meaning it can be powered with the same cable that connects it to a network, and up to 12 of them can be controlled at once with the accompanying Lumix Tether for Multi-camera app.

Study suggests age does not contribute to COVID-19 susceptibility

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): Scientists have estimated that the age of an individual does not indicate how likely they are to be infected by SARS-CoV-2. However, the development of symptoms, the progression of the disease, and mortality are age-dependent. There have been a large number of deaths due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and it has been shown that elderly individuals disproportionately develop severe symptoms and show higher mortality. A team of scientists, including Associate Professor Ryosuke Omori from the Research Center for Zoonoses Control at Hokkaido University, have modelled available data from Japan, Spain and Italy to show that susceptibility to COVID-19 is independent of age, while the occurrence of symptomatic COVID-19, severity and mortality is likely dependent on age. Their results were published in the journal Scientific Reports on October 6, 2020.

Terrorists will take shelter in Bihar if RJD comes to power: MoS Nityanand Rai

Vaishali (Bihar), Oct 14 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai attended a public rally in Bihar's rally ahead of Bihar elections 2020. Rai said, "Terrorists will escape Kashmir and take shelter in Bihar if RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal) is elected to power in the state." Bihar elections will start from October 28 to November 07.

Heavy rainfall leads to severe water-logging in Telangana's Ranga Reddy

Ranga Reddy (Telangana), Oct 14 (ANI): The streets of Telangana's Ranga Reddy got heavily water-logged following heavy rainfall. Vanasthalipuram area got submerged in rainwater. The officials rescued a person from drowning in the water.

Owaisi visits Bandlaguda after 8 died of boulder falling on houses due to rainfall in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Oct 14 (ANI): Eight persons including a child died while four persons have been injured after a boulder fell on two houses at Bandlaguda area of Hyderabad following heavy rainfall. The officials are present at the spot. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi also visited the incident spot.

Gonda acid attack case: Accused injured in encounter with police

Gonda (UP), Oct 14 (ANI): An accused in the Gonda acid attack injured in an encounter with the police in Colonelganj area. He is taken to the hospital. Three minor girls were attacked with some chemicals on their faces while they were sleeping in their house in Gonda. CMO announced that CM Yogi Adityanath has directed for strict action against culprits in the chemical attack incident on three minor sisters in Gonda. The CM has instructed district administration to provide them immediate financial aid and ensure proper treatment.

Explosion at house in Aligarh leaves 2 dead, 8 injured

Aligarh (UP), Oct 13 (ANI): Two people died and eight others were injured after an explosion took place at a house in Aliagrh's Khatikan area near Delhi Gate on October 13. Several adjoining houses were also damaged in the incident. Rescue operation underway.

Farm laws: 'Rail Roko' agitation enters 20th day

Amritsar (Punjab), Oct 13 (ANI): On October 13, 'Rail Roko' agitation entered 20th day in Amritsar. The protest is led by Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee against new farm laws. "Today our protest entered 20th day. We will continue our protest until the government revoke the bill," State Secretary of Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee, Sarvan Singh Pandher said to ANI. Protesters also raised slogans against the Central government and state government.

CM Kejriwal launches new bio-decomposer solution to prevent stubble burning

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Environment Minister Gopal Rai kick-started sprinkling of bio-decomposer solution. The solution is prepared by Pusa Research Institute, at Hiranki Village in Narela. The solution will convert the stubble into compost and help in doing away with the practice of burning it. Kejriwal said, "There is around 700-800 hectares of land in Delhi where non-basmati rice is cultivated. We've made all arrangements. Farmers will not have to spend any money. Sprinkling will be done, stubble will get converted into compost and land will be ready for crops in 20-25 days."

New farm laws will boost seed industry: National Seed Association of India president

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar met farm leaders and experts on October 13. Organisations like NITI Aayog, National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED), Ayurvet Research Foundation, and National Seed Association of India were present in the meeting. While speaking to ANI, National Seed Association of India, president, M Prabhakar Rao said, "The three farm laws introduced by the Centre will boost the development of seed industry. It will benefit lakhs of farmers involved in the seed industry, they are happy with the decision."

Rajnath Singh, Narendra Tomar meet farm leaders, experts

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar met farm leaders and experts on October 13 in Delhi. Organisations like NITI Aayog, National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED), Ayurvet Research Foundation, and National Seed Association of India were present in the meeting. NAFED, Managing Director Sanjeev Chadha on the farm laws said that the acts will give freedom to farmers to sell their produce. Sanjeev Chadha said, "These Acts give freedom to farmers to sell their produce anywhere. They can sell it even at small mandis, set up by Farmer Producer Orgs (FPOs) and can get a good rate without paying mandi fee."

CBI team reaches Hathras, victim's brother brought to incident site

Hathras (UP), Oct 13 (ANI): In the latest development in Hathras case, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on October 13 reached the spot where body of the victim girl was cremated. The CBI team reached the victim's Bulgadhi village on Tuesday amid tight security. The victim's brother has been brought to the incident site where the CBI team is carrying out the investigation. Ahead of the CBI's visit, Uttar Pradesh Police deployed cops to maintain law and order in the area. Earlier in the day, Hathras victim's family returned to their home in Bulgadhi village after appearing before the Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court. A 19-year-old woman had died on September 29 after the alleged assault and gang-rape on September 14.

BJP protest outside Siddhivinayak Temple against state govt, demands re-opening of religious places

Mumbai, Oct 13 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers staged protest outside Siddhivinayak Temple against the state government on October 13. They demanded that all temples in Maharashtra should be re-opened for devotees. Protesters tried to enter the temple amidst heavy police deployment and barricading. BJP workers were later detained by police after they made an attempt to enter Siddhivinayak Temple. Speaking to ANI, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Maharashtra Legislative Council, Pravin Darekar said, "Liquor and wine shops have been opened, even with home delivery options. But who will think about those who want to visit the temple for their mental peace?" "Government is not thinking about small traders whose livelihood depends on temples. Government is full of ego," BJP leader added. Adding to it, BJP leader, Prasad Lad said, "We are demanding that we should be allowed to enter the Siddhivinayak Temple. If they don't give us entry, then we will force our way into the temple

Cow dung chip can be used in mobile phones to reduce radiation: Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog Chairman Vallabhbhai Kathiria claimed that radiation chip made of cow dung can be used in mobile phones to reduce radiation. He said, "Cow dung will protect everyone, it is anti-radiation... It's scientifically proven...This is a radiation chip that can be used in mobile phones to reduce radiation. It'll safeguard against diseases,"

COVID-19 precautionary measures underway at Jhandewalan Temple ahead of Navratri

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Security and COVID-19 precautionary measures have been made in Delhi's Jhandewalan Temple ahead of Navratri and Durga Puja festivals. Checking of every devotee will be done twice in the temple premises amid coronavirus pandemic. Devotees will be properly sanitized, their body temperature will be checked and wearing face masks is also compulsory for all. No offering of any kind will be taken in the temple this time due to COVID fear. Speaking to ANI, trustee of Jhandewalan Temple, Ravindra Goyal said, "Thermal screening, face masks are compulsory for all the devotees. Children below 10 years and senior citizens above the age of 65 will not be allowed in the temple."