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Walls of Pune building turn powerhouse

Pune (Maharashtra), Mar 04 (ANI): This solar panel-walled building in Pune generates about 14 units of electricity every day. The building named as 'Experience Centre' is located at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). It is first of its kind walls in the country which generate electricity using sunlight.

Soaps or sanitisers? What fights coronavirus better

New Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, health-specialists have been emphasising upon the importance of keeping your hands germ-free, either through the use of soaps or hand sanitisers. The New York Post talked to Dr Nahid Bhadelia from Boston Medical Center, about the effectiveness, appropriate usage and correct choice of hand cleaning products that provide protection against COVID-19. Meticulous hand washing is your best bet to get rid of the grime that clings to the hand, that might harbour nasty pathogens, including the coronavirus. Clean hands are "also going to protect you from other infectious diseases, too, like the flu and diarrheal diseases," said Dr Bhadelia to New York Post. According to the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there isn't enough scientific evidence available to suggest that antibacterial soaps are any better than their normal counterparts for disease prevention. The New York Post suggests that, in situations where washing your

Facebook rebuilds Messenger to make it more responsive on iOS

New Delhi, Mar 04 (ANI): Facebook launched Messenger in 2011 and now it has decided to make the app simpler, faster, and smaller by reducing its core code and redesigning its features. In an official blog, the company explained how adding features such as video calling, GIFs, and location sharing made Messenger more complex. Now, as part of its Project LightSpeed, Messenger has been redesigned to be twice as fast and one-fourth in size of the current version. The updated Messenger downloads and updates faster for all, including those with low connectivity. To make it simpler, Facebook also reduced the contact list from 40 versions to one that is consistent across the app. The redesigned Messenger will roll out to iOS in the coming weeks.

Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury's Delhi residence attacked by miscreants

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Residence of Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury was attacked by miscreants on March 03, around 5:30 pm. House staff was also thrashed by miscreants. Police is present on the spot. Further details are awaited.

COVID-19: No positive case has been reported in J and K, health ministry is in full alert: Rohit Kansal

Jammu, Mar 03 (ANI): Amid tensed coronavirus situation, Rohit Kansal, Jammu and Kashmir Principal Secretary informed that no positive case has been reported and entire administrative machinery, including health machinery is in full alert. "21 suspected cases have been tested so far and no positive case has been reported so far across Jammu and Kashmir. Entire administrative machinery, including health machinery, is in a state of full alert," said Rohit Kansal.

Delhi Violence: Govt email id, phone no launched to ease complaint filing, says AAP

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): AAP MLA Saurabh Bhardwaj informed that a government email ID and phone number have been launched keeping in view the extreme violence in Delhi. "Second meeting of Peace and Harmony Committee was held today. We've launched an email ID dvscommittee@delhi.gov.in and phone number 8950000946, where people can file their complaint against content that has potential to disrupt communal harmony in society," said Saurabh Bhardwaj.

PM Modi's call to handover account to women is merely a propaganda: Jaiveer Shergill

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): National spokesperson of Congress, Jaiveer Shergill said that PM Modi's announcement of handing over social media account to women on International Women's Day is 'merely a propaganda'. Shergill said, "The Prime Minister's initiative is a political stunt to divert attention from rising questions on complete government failure in Delhi riots. If PM truly believes in women empowerment, he should shunt out the 87 MPs who face serious cases against them. A lot of them have crime against women registered against them. Prime Minister's call to handover account to women is merely propaganda. In reality, the true slogan of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is not 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao', it's 'Beti Darao, Balatkari ko Bachao." On March 03, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made announcement to handover his all social media accounts to women whose life and work is inspiring on this Women's Day.

Gold worth Rs 91.18 lakh seized at Chennai International Airport, 1 arrested

Chennai, Mar 03 (ANI): The Customs officials on March 03 arrested one person and seized 2.095 kg gold at the Chennai International Airport. The person was arrested with gold worth Rs 91.18 lakh under the Customs Act, 1962. Further details are awaited.

Watch: Bike-borne miscreants toss crude bombs on road in Chennai

Chennai (TN), Mar 03 (ANI): At least two crude bombs were hurled by unknown miscreants at Chennai's Teynampet area on March 03. The horrific incident was caught on CCTV camera. No injuries were reported so far. More details are awaited.

Shahrukh has no criminal background, his father does: Delhi Police

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Ajit Kumar Singla, Delhi's Additional Commissioner of Police informed that authorities are trying to recover Shahrukh's gun which he aimed at a policeman during the violence in the Northeast region of the city. Singla said, "We're trying to recover the pistol he used. Shahrukh said he fired during protests in a fit of rage. He has no criminal background but his father has a narcotics and fake currency case against him. Further investigation is underway." Shahrukh was brought to Police Headquarters in ITO after being arrested from Uttar Pradesh's Shamli earlier today.

Shahrukh charged under Sec 307, 186 and 353 of IPC, further sections may be added if needed: Delhi Police

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Ajit Kumar Singla, Delhi's Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime) informed that Shahrukh, the man who brandished gun at a policeman and fired several rounds of fire in air during the Delhi violence has been charged under various sections including attempt to murder. "Shahrukh has been charged under section 307 (attempt to murder), 186, and 353 of IPC and Arms Act. Further sections will be added during the course of investigation if needed. We will try to get his maximum possible remand," said Ajit Kumar Singla. Shahrukh was taken from Crime Branch to Police Headquarters (PHQ) on March 03. He was arrested earlier today in Uttar Pradesh. At least 47 people have lost their lives including a Delhi police Head Constable and an IB officer during deadly riots that broke out in Northeast region of Delhi from February 23 to 26.

Sikh student allegedly asked to remove turban for security check at exam in MP

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh), Mar 03 (ANI): A Sikh student of class 12th was allegedly asked to remove his turban before appearing for his board exam in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar. Speaking to the media, the student said, "I was asked to remove my turban even after I told them that it is against my religion." Manglesh Vyas, District Education officer informed that investigation in the matter is underway.

Except youth who arrived from Dubai, no coronavirus case in Telangana: State Health Min

Hyderabad (Telangana), Mar 03 (ANI): Amid the deadly outbreak of coronavirus and sudden increase of cases in India, Telangana Health Minister E Rajendra informed that not a single person has been affected by COVID-19 in state except the youth who arrived from Dubai. "Till now not a single person has been affected by COVID-19 in the state, except the youth who arrived from Dubai. 88 people have been identified who came in contact with him, 45 of them are being tested, and others will also be tested," said Telangana Health Minister.

COVID-19: Process of setting up of isolation wards underway in 25 hospitals, says Manish Sisodia

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia on Tuesday said that in twenty five hospitals, the process of setting up of isolation wards is underway to take precautionary measures on the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). He said, "Chief Minister was informed about the one positive case. In 25 hospitals, the process of setting up of isolation wards is underway. We have to take care of personal hygiene and develop a habit of washing our hands frequently." The deadly COVID-19 virus has infected more than 88,000 people across the globe and killed over 3,000 people.

RJD MLAs stage protest outside Bihar Assembly over law and order situation in state

Patna (Bihar), Mar 03 (ANI): The MLAs of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) staged protest outside the Bihar Assembly on March 03. The MLAs were protesting over the irregularities in some state government schemes, law and order situation in the state. Former chief minister and RJD leader Rabri Devi was also present. Speaking to mediapersons, Rabri said, "This govt has completely failed to maintain law and order."

27 arrested, over 1000 detained in Delhi violence so far: Joint CP

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on March 03, the Joint Commissioner of Delhi Police, Alok Kumar, said, "More than 400 FIRs have been registered in Delhi violence matter. We do not want that any incident should leave unreported and are working in that direction." "We have arrested 27 people by now and 1060 have been detained under different sections. The atmosphere of fear is getting over in people's mind slowly and steadily," he added. On reports that BJP leader Kapil Mishra has been given 'Y' Category security cover, Joint CP further stated that no security has been provided to BJP leader Kapil Mishra.

What will happen to traffic, if protests will take place everywhere: Bengaluru Mayor on Congress protest

Bengaluru, Mar 03 (ANI): Congress party workers staged protest against Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike's order to ban protests at Town Hall in Bengaluru on March 03. While speaking to ANI, the Mayor of Bengaluru, M Gautam Kumar said, "Freedom Park and Maurya Circle are officially designated for holding protests in the city. Protests at Town Hall often lead to traffic snarls." "If protests will happen everywhere, what will happen to traffic?" asks Kumar.

Happy that some airlines started in-flight wi-fi services: HS Puri

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): The Central Government permitted airlines operating in India to provide in-flight wi-fi services to passengers. Reacting on the matter, Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday said, "I am happy that some airlines have already started acting on it. It is entirely on the airlines to make it complimentary or to charge for providing the service."

Meghalaya HM to chair peace meeting over clashes: East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner

Shillong (Meghalaya), Mar 03 (ANI): At least four people had sustained injuries in clashes between members of Khasi Students' Union and local non-tribals in East Khasi Hills District on February 28. While speaking to ANI in Meghalaya's Shillong, the Deputy Commissioner of East Khasi Hills District, Matsiewdor War Nongbri spoke on law and order situation in district. She said, "The state Home Minister Lahkmen Rymbui will chair a peace meeting at 03:00 pm today (March 03). Leaders of different communities and eminent personalities have been invited for the meeting."

PM Modi said peace and harmony preconditions for development: Pralhad Joshi

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): BJP Parliamentary Party meeting happened at the Parliament Library Building on March 03 where Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that for development, there must be peace, unity and harmony. After meeting, Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Pralhad Joshi said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the country is supreme and for development, there must be peace, unity and harmony. Development should be a 'mantra'. Each one of the MPs should take a lead for the development of the nation and for creating peace, unity and harmony. He also said that even today there are some parties that keep party interest above national interest."