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125 arrested over violent clashes in WB's Telinipara: Hooghly DCP

Hooghly (West Bengal), May 15 (ANI): While speaking to media persons, Subrata Gangopadhyay, DCP Headquarters, Chandannagar, Hooghly on Telinipara incident said, "Situation in Telinipara now under control. We have arrested 125 people and recovered bombs in good numbers. Investigation is underway. A woman has also been arrested for posting objectionable video on social media." Earlier, clashes had erupted in Telinipara after members of a community were allegedly taunted as "corona" by some people belonging to another group.

COVID-19: Kolkata bus drivers, conductors wear PPEs to ensure safe travel

Kolkata, May 15 (ANI): In wake of coronavirus, drivers and conductors wore Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) while operating buses in Kolkata. State Transport buses are plying with a capacity of 20 passengers amid COVID-19 lockdown. The steps have been taken as precautionary measures to combat the virus. Country is under extended lockdown till May 17.

FM Sitharaman's package for herbal cultivation will boost 'Namami Gange' project: UP CM

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), May 15 (ANI): Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath said that herbal cultivation along the banks of river Ganga will strengthen the economy. While speaking to ANI, he said, "Our aim behind 'Namami Gange' has been to encourage activities that boost economy along with faith. And today, Central Government has announced a package for herbal cultivation along the banks of river Ganga." On May 15, Central government announced package for herbal cultivation.

Pregnant migrant labourer delivers child in SDM's car amid lockdown

Barwani (Madhya Pradesh), May 15 (ANI): A pregnant migrant labourer delivered a baby boy in Barwani SDM's car on May 14. She started experiencing labour pain when doctors came to screen workers who came from Gujarat. One of the doctors said, "We had gone to screen workers came from Gujarat when a woman started experiencing labour pain. We were just on hospital gate, when she delivered the baby in car. Both mother and child are healthy."

'It's like a daily soap': Chhattisgarh CM on Sitharaman's economic announcements

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), May 15 (ANI): "Picture abhi baki hai mere dost", this is what Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said when asked about his opinion on central government's 20 lakh crore package. While speaking to ANI, Baghel said, "When Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced 20 lakh crore economic package, we all thought that it will be announced in a very clear manner. But for last three days, Nirmala ji and Anurag ji's serial has been going on. They both are explaining about each section daily in Hindi and English, but I feel no one is understanding it. I feel it would be better to say anything when this serial is over." He further said, "Picture abhi baki hai mere dost."

FM Sitharaman announces Rs 15,000 crore 'Animal Husbandry Infra Development Fund'

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Delhi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on May 15 announced Rs 15,000 crores fund for Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development. She said, "Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund of Rs 15,000 crores will be set up." Finance Minister unveiled the third tranche of the Rs 20 lakh crore COVID-19 economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 12.

DMRC ready to run metro, centre to take final call: Delhi Transport Minister

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): Transport Minister of Delhi, Kailash Gahlot, on May 15 said the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is ready to run the metro but final decision will be taken by the central government. While speaking to ANI, he said, "The decision will be of the Centre, while DMRC is ready to run the metro. On every station, there will be thermal checking, proper sanitisation and usage of currency will not be encouraged. If there will be congestion at some stations, the entry of people will be stopped. Only main stations will be opened so that we can put our complete manpower there."

Govt announces Rs 20,000 crore scheme for development of marine, inland fisheries

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur on May 12 announced Rs 20,000 crore under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Adding on it, he further said, "55 lakh people expected to get employment from this program."

Govt not even giving 2% of GDP in name of economic package: Anand Sharma

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): Congress leader Anand Sharma on May 15 said the central government is not even giving 2% of the GDP in name of economic package to mitigate effects of COVID-19 pandemic. While speaking to ANI, Sharma said, "We have to make clear distinction between fiscal stimulus, economic package and easing of liquidity. 95% of what we are seeing is easing of liquidity. It would be economic package if there was cash or income support for those who lost wages and livelihood. It has not come from Government. The actual transfer of funds so far or outgo of cash from the Government is less than 1 lakh crore as of today. What is going out is not even 2% of the GDP. There is no 10% of GDP that we are giving."

Govt to bring in law which will enable farmers to sell produce at attractive prices

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on May 15 announced that a central law will be formulated to provide adequate choices to the farmers to sell produce at an attractive price. She said, "A central law will be formulated to provide adequate choices to the farmers to sell produce at an attractive price, barrier-free interstate trade and framework for e-trading of agricultural produce.

94-year-old Maharashtra woman gets warm send-off after defeating coronavirus

Sangli (Maharashtra), May 15 (ANI): A 94-year-old woman from Sangli district of Maharashtra has won battle against coronavirus. She discharged from the hospital on May 14. The staffs of the hospital were accorded a warm send-off. Meanwhile, the total number of cases in Maharashtra stands at 27,524 which include 1019 deaths so far.

FM Sitharaman announces Rs 1 lakh crore Agri-Infra fund for farm gate infrastructure

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Delhi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on May 15 said the government will immediately create a Rs 1 lakh crore Agri-Infrastructure Fund for farm gate infrastructure for farmers. Finance Minister unveiled the third tranche of the Rs 20 lakh crore COVID-19 economic package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May12.

BJP playing politics, NOC already given for 110 trains: Jharkhand CM on Piyush Goyal's allegations

Ranchi (Jharkhand), May 15 (ANI): After Union Railways Minister Piyush Goyal made a statement that Jharkhand government is not giving nod for enough trains to ferry migrant trains, Chief Minister Hemant Soren said Central government is playing politics over it and also said that NOC (No Objection Certificate) for 110 trains have been already given. While speaking to ANI, Soren said, "It has become the habit of BJP and centre to play politics over everything. Jharkhand government has given NOC for 110 trains. Around 50 trains have brought back around 60,000-70,000 migrant workers so far. Jharkhand was the first state that brought back the labourers. Lakhs of migrant workers are walking on foot but Central government doesn't have any mechanism to send them to their homes. The central government is just playing politics over the issue."

Rs 5,000 crore liquidity for 2 crore dairy farmers through interest subvention: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on May 15 unveiled the third tranche of the Rs 20 lakh crore COVID-19 economic package announced by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While addressing a press conference in Delhi, she said, "During COVID lockdown period, the demand for milk reduced by 20-25%. A new scheme to provide interest subvention at 2% per annum to dairy cooperatives for 2020-21. The scheme will unlock Rs 5000 crore additional liquidity, benefit to 2 crore farmers."

IMD predicts cyclonic storm over parts of Bay of Bengal

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted cyclonic storm over south and adjoining central parts of Bay of Bengal by tomorrow (May 16) evening. IMD also issued warning to fishermen. "The low pressure system over southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to concentrate into a depression today evening or night and could further intensify into a cyclonic storm over south and adjoining central parts of Bay of Bengal by tomorrow evening," said IMD Director General of Meteorology, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra while talking to ANI. "Under influence of the low pressure system, we expect rainfall to start over coastal Odisha from May 18. We are also expecting rainfall over West Bengal on May 19 and May 20, with occurrence of heavy rainfall at a few places," Mohapatra further said.

Embarkation of Indians onboard INS Jalashwa commences in Male

Male (Maldives), May 15 (ANI): Indian citizens embarked on INS Jalashwa at Male under Operation Samudra Setu. Ship will commence its journey from Male to Kochi (Kerala) shortly. INS Jalashwa berthed alongside Maldives Ports Ltd in the early hours on May 15. Approximately 700 Indian nationals will head back home.

Congress shouldn't indulge in politics over migrant workers: Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): The Union Petroleum Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan hit out at Congress for lambasting BJP over situation of migrant workers. While taking to ANI, the Minister said, "Congress should be sensitive towards the migrant labourers and instruct Congress-ruled states to shoulder their responsibility. Congress shouldn't indulge in petty politics at this juncture. The poorest of the poor is at the epicenter of decisions by Prime Minister."

Prithviraj Chavan clarifies on his gold monetization suggestion to raise resources

Satara (Maharashtra), May 15 (ANI): Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Prithviraj Chavan claimed that his suggestion of gold monetization from all religious trusts to raise resources amid crisis due to COVID-19 situation, has been deliberately twisted and misrepresented by a particular section. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced an economic revival package of Rupees 20 lakh crore but questions have been asked as to how government will raise these resources. I had suggested that govt ask various individuals and religious trust to deposit idle gold lying with them," said Prithviraj Chavan. "Anti-social elements twisted it out of context and tried to project that I had targeted a particular religion. I'm going to take up with appropriate legal authorities. My suggestion was nothing new. Whenever there's a national economic crisis, PMs resorted to collect gold," Chavan further said.

Lockdown 3.0: Haryana Roadways bus service resumes with limitations

Ambala (Haryana), May 15 (ANI): Haryana Roadways bus service resumed after the state government decided to start special bus services on selected routes. The buses will run only within the state. Stranded are hoping for further relaxations after conclusion of lockdown 3.0.

Indian nationals in New York applaud govt for Vande Bharat Mission

New York (US), May 15 (ANI): Indian nationals at New York airport on May 14 praised Indian authorities and government for Vande Bharat Mission. "We are really grateful to Indian government. The procedures have been conducted so well, and we feel so safe," said Indian Nationals. "We came to New York for a holiday, but we got stuck here for 2 long months," said another Indian national at NY airport. Government of India started Vande Bharat Mission to bring home Indians stranded in foreign land via 64 flights in first phase of plan.