Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Oct 12 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP), Dilbag Singh on October 12 said in 2020, 75 successful operations have been done in JandK in which 180 terrorists were killed. He said, "10 terrorists killed in 4 operations in last 5 days. Today's operation killed Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Saifullah, a Pakistani who was involved in 3 major attacks in which 3 CRPF personnel died. This year there've been 75 successful operations in which 180 terrorists have been killed. Separately, 138 terrorists and their associates have been arrested. This year's operations achievements have set records."
New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 44 bridges on October 12 made by Border Roads Organisation (BRO) across seven States/Union Territories. While speaking to ANI, Border Roads Organisation (BRO), DG, Lt Gen Harpal Singh said, "We've sped up conversion of temporary bridges into permanent bridges. This year we're going three times our capacity. It'll help in economic growth, infrastructure development, tourism, andspeedier movement of our strategic forces." "In Ladakh, a large number of bridges are being constructed. About 30-40 bridges are under construction which will be completed between 6 months to one and a half years," he added.
Mumbai, Oct 12 (ANI): Electricity supply was interrupted in Mumbai on October 12 due to TATA's incoming electric supply failure causing power loss all over Mumbai and suburbs. It also disrupted train traffic of Central, Eastern and Western lines, according to Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST). Speaking to ANI, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Central Railway in Mumbai, Shivaji M Sutar said, "Trains between CSMT-Panvel on Harbour Line have resumed. We are trying to restore services between CSMT-Kalyan, CSMT-Karjat/Kasara." "Long-distance trains from Mumbai rescheduled and incoming trains regulated at interchange points," CPRO added.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Oct 12 (ANI): For the first time in the recent history of Gujarat, there will be no 'Garba' during the Navratri festival due to COVID-19. But a Garba dancer in Ahmedabad has come up with something new. He has designed a special PPE kit-themed Navratri costume, which is made of plastic. "Though govt has banned Garba, I wanted to thank COVID-19 warriors like doctors, nurses, etc. by depicting them on PPE-themed Garba dress," said Anuj Mudaliyar, Choreographer and Designer. However, the Gujarat government has banned Garba completely but has allowed no-contact worship of the idol or image of Goddess Durga.
Mumbai, Oct 12 (ANI): Electricity supply was interrupted in Mumbai on October 12 due to TATA's incoming electric supply failure causing power loss all over Mumbai and suburbs. It also disrupted train traffic of Central, Eastern and Western lines, according to Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST). Passengers were seen waiting at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) as local train services are disrupted due to power outage in Mumbai. Speaking to ANI, a commuter said, "We are stuck here since 10:00 am." Another commuter added, "We are clueless about how long we will have to wait here." Commuters were also seen waiting at Mulund Station as train services are disrupted due to power outage after a grid failure. BMC said, "It will take 45 minutes to 1 hour to restore the power supply." Public announcement has also been made about the temporary suspension of local train services being made at Mumbai Central Railway Station following power grid failure. Taking to social medi
New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid foundation stone for Nechiphu Tunnel on road to Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh via video conferencing. Defence Minister also inaugurated 44 bridges on October 12 made by Border Roads Organisation (BRO) across seven States/Union Territories, via video-conferencing. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Bipin Rawat, Indian Army chief MM Naravane and MoS Dr Jitendra Singh were present on the occasion. Addressing the event, Rajnath said, "The construction of these bridges will facilitate military and civil transport in our western, northern and north-east areas." "Our armed forces personnel are deployed in large numbers in areas where transport is not available throughout the year," Defence Minister added. "Even during the lockdown period, BRO continued operations in the North-Eastern states, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. BRO continued its work ensuring that snow clearance is not delayed at remote locations
New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative coin of Rs 100 in honour of Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia, through a virtual ceremony on October 12. The special coin minted by the Ministry of Finance was released in celebration of her birth centenary. "Rajmata Scindia dedicated her life to poor people. She proved that for people's representatives not 'Raj Satta' but 'Jan Seva' is important," PM said during the event.
Mumbai, Oct 12 (ANI): The local train services between Pune to Lonavala have been started on October 12. The train services began only for essential service providers. Daily two local trains from Pune to Lonavala and vice versa are scheduled to run for essential service providers. Every passenger travelling is provided with e-pass by Pune City Police which is considered as permission for traveller to board the train.
Lucknow (UP), Oct 12 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at Dhobi Ghat in Lucknow's Aishbagh on midnight of October 12. Over six fire tenders have reached at the spot and the fire was later doused off. No injuries have been reported so far. More details are awaited in this regard.
Ghaziabad (UP), Oct 12 (ANI): A massive fire broke out inside a plastic factory in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad. Around 8 vehicles of the fire department were sent to take care of the situation. Fire has been doused off by now. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. More details are awaited in this regard.
Pakur (Jharkhand), Oct 12 (ANI): Jharkhand police has arrested one person in illegal possession of explosives from Hiranpur area of Pankur. The incident happened on Oct 11. The explosives have been sized by the police. SP Manilal Mandal said, "100 kgs of high explosive ammonium nitrate, 400 pieces of power neo gel and two motorcycles were seized. Efforts are on to nab the other accused."
Hathras (UP), Oct 12 (ANI): The family members of Hathras alleged gang-rape victim left for Lucknow on Oct 12. The family has been given full police security. They will appear before Lucknow Bench of Allahabad High Court later in the day. SDM Anjali Gangwar said, "I am going with them. Proper security arrangements have been made. District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) is also accompanying us."
Krishna (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 12 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Police busted an IPL betting racket in Krishna and arrested 18 persons for their alleged involvement in illegal betting on IPL 2020. Police also recovered 17 mobile phones, Rs 6.45 lakhs cash and a TV among other things.
Hooghly (West Bengal), Oct 12 (ANI): Protesters blocked railway tracks at Pundooah railway station in WB and demanded train services on October 11 demanding train services claiming that they face difficulty in commuting by special trains during the lockdown. Some special trains are being run exclusively for railway employees while common passengers have to manage their travelling in the limited number of trains running due to the pandemic. Protesting against the travelling exclusivity, passengers at Pundooah railway station have stopped the rail service by putting a huge stone on the railway line.
Ladakh, Oct 12 (ANI): A video of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) soldier teaching salute to kid in Ladakh is going viral. In the video, the kid can be seen saluting the ITBP officer with enthusiasm and was later taught 'correct' posture by the personnel. The video is filmed by ITBP officer on October 08.
Jaipur (Rajasthan), Oct 12 (ANI): ADG of Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Rajasthan, Ashok Kumar Rathore said, "Based on information, raids were conducted in five locations across Hyderabad, Delhi, Jaipur and Nagaur in connection with illegal betting on the cricket matches being played at IPL, 2020. With the help of local police, ATS officials have taken into custody 7 people each from Hyderabad and Jaipur for interrogation. Accused from Delhi and Nagaur locations are yet to be nabbed. We are further investigating the matter."
Tonk (Rajasthan), Oct 11 (ANI): An Illegal arms factory was busted by police in Rajasthan's Tonk. Two persons have been arrested in this connection and several machines and equipments to make country made pistols have been seized by the police. The illegal arms factory was being run by the accused for a long time. Further investigation by the police is underway.
Kalaburagi (Karnataka), Oct 11 (ANI): Amid COVID-19 pandemic, people were seen moving without masks in a Karnataka's Kalaburagi market on October 11. "Mostly the youth is taking it very lightly. It's important to use masks, distance and sanitise," says Dr Deshmukh, COVID-19 Committee, Kalaburagi Medical College. Meanwhile, the total number of active cases in Karnataka stands at 1,20,948.
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Oct 11 (ANI): Speaking on the current COVID-19 situation in Kerala, state Health Minister KK Shailaja on October 11 said, "It is incorrect to say that cases are very high in Kerala. The cases are definitely rising. But the mortality rate is not as high as other states. The ultimate aim is to reduce the mortality rate." The total number of active cases in Kerala has reached 96,003.
Amritsar (Punjab), Oct 11 (ANI): On October 11, 'Rail Roko' agitation entered 18th day in Amritsar. The protest is led by Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee against new farm laws. "The protest has extended till October 14 and we will continue it," State Secretary of Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee, Sarvan Singh Pandher said to ANI. Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee has extended the protest till October 14.