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Bhim Army chief leads march against SC's ruling on reservation in Aurangabad

Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Feb 23 (ANI): Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad, on February 23, led march against the Supreme Court ruling on reservation. The march was held in Aurangabad. He also garlanded a statue of BR Ambedkar. Supreme Court on Feb 07 said that states were not bound to provide reservation in government jobs and quota in promotion.

Watch: Lady constable performs duties with 1-year-old

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Feb 23 (ANI): A lady constable is performing her duties with one-year-old child. Sangita has been on duty for 'Namaste Trump' event in Ahmedabad. The woman is bound to keep the child close as he is dependent on her milk. Speaking to ANI, Sangita said, "I have to fulfil both my duties as a mother and police constable. So I do it simultaneously. It is challenging but I have to fulfil my duties as a mother." 'Namaste Trump' event will take place at Motera stadium on Feb 24.

Property dealer shot dead in UP's Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (UP), Feb 23 (ANI): A property dealer was shot dead allegedly by the two people over property dispute on Feb 22. The incident took place in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur. An FIR has been registered in the matter. While speaking to ANI, a police official said, "On the basis of family, FIR has been registered against two in the matter. Police investigation is on."

Watch: Stone-pelting at Delhi's Maujpur area

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Stone pelting between two groups was reported in Delhi's Maujpur area on February 23. Maujpur is the area where a pro- Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) rally was going on. Maujpur lies near Jaffrabad area where an anti-CAA protest is also going on simultaneously. Police are trying to assuage the crowd. More details are awaited.

Ahmedabad is all set to welcome US Prez Donald Trump

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Feb 23 (ANI): Security tightened at Sabarmati Ashram in Gujarat's Ahmedabad ahead of United States President Donald Trump visit in India. Students of Sabarmati Gurukulam practicing Mallakhamb to give their best shot, as US President Donald Trump and the First Lady Melania Trump will visit the Ashram tomorrow (February 24). On the other side, a new national flag placed at airport.

Donald Trump, Melania to try exclusive Gujarati delicacies

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Feb 23 (ANI): Chef Suresh Khanna is all set to impress US first family with delish cuisine. Fresh 'khaman' will be prepared to serve US President Donald Trump. Speaking to ANI, chef Suresh Khanna said, "We have included 'khaman', apple pie and cookies in the menu. We have made a lot of preparations. Our entire team is busy with preparations. Fresh food is being prepared for them." The menu mainly focuses on delicacies of Gujarat as President Trump and first lady are arriving here first. The treat will be entirely vegetarian. Keeping the health factor in mind, the food will be specifically steamed without any spices.

Former UP Governor Aziz Qureshi joins anti-CAA protest in Moradabad

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 23 (ANI): Former Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand Governor Aziz Qureshi joined Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protest in Moradabad on February 23. The protest is taking place at Eidgah Ground in Moradabad. While speaking to ANI, Aziz Qureshi said, "The protestors have blocked only 20% road while the rest 80% road is blocked by police." "This protest will continue till the time government will take back this black law of CAA," he added.

3-day music and dance fest commences in Imphal

Imphal (Manipur), Feb 23 (ANI): A 3-day musical festival titled 'Solo Dance and Music Festival' was organised in Imphal. The music fest will continue till February 24. The artists enthralled audience with regional dance and musical performance. The event was organised by Government Dance College. A participant said that she was really honoured to be a part of such cultural programme.

Devotees offer prayers in Rameswaram on occasion of 'Masi Amavasai'

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), Feb 23 (ANI): Thousands of devotees offered prayers in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram on the occasion of 'Masi Amavasai'. Devotees also took holy dip in the sea and gave 'tharpan' to their forefathers. 'Masi Amavasai' has special significance beliefs for the devotees in Tamil Naidu.

Why is Trump coming to India if trade will not be discussed: Congress' Sandeep Dikshit

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in the national capital on February 23, the Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit spoke on US President Donald Trump's India visit. He said, "US President Donald trump has himself said that he will not discuss anything on issue of trade. Then, why he is even coming to India or why he was invited here? I am unable to understand that." "In last 60 years history of India and US they have always betrayed us," Sandeep Dikshit added.

Man allegedly tied with leash, beaten by wife's relatives

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Feb 23 (ANI): A man was tied leash, dragged and beaten allegedly by the relatives of his wife. The incident took place on May 16, 2019. Victim has lodged a complaint in police and orders have been given to register an FIR. Speaking to ANI, the victim said, "Sir this incident took place in 2019. I had a court marriage with a girl in February 2018. These were relatives of my wife who attacked me brutally since they didn't approve our love marriage." CO Ghaziabad, Prabhat Kumar said, "As soon as the video came to our cognisance, we have given order to lodge an FIR after speaking to the victim. All the aspects will be kept in mind for the investigation. Strict action will be taken against all the people who are seen in the video. Action will be taken against individuals who are responsible for delaying the registration of FIR."

Women, children join rally against child abuse in Chennai

Chennai, Feb 23 (ANI): Hundreds of people took to streets to rally against child abuse in Chennai on February 23. The rally was led by Congress leader and social activist Apsara Reddy. Hundreds of women and children participated in the rally carrying placard against child abuse. The rally was also joined by H Jayalakshmi, Deputy Commissioner for Crimes against Women and Children wing. Speaking at the rally, Jayalakshmi said, "We have gathered today for the rally against child abuse both online and offline. Child abuse goes beyond sexual abuse, it may be emotional, mental, physical or sexual. It encompasses much wider gamut of actions."

Shaheen Bagh protesters open road from Jamia to Nodia, Faridabad after 70 days of protest

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): After 70 days of protest against Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), road in Shaheen Bagh has now been reopened. The road from Jamia to Noida in Uttar Pradesh and Faridabad in Haryana has been reopened by the Shaheen Bagh protesters. Commuters travelling from Delhi to Nodia and Faridabad get huge relief after reopening of the road. However, security forces deployed at Shaheen Bagh are still monitoring the situation and traffic.

Amritsar kite maker makes colourful kites ahead of 'Namaste Trump' event

Amritsar (Punjab), Feb 23 (ANI): A kite maker from Amritsar has created unique kites ahead of 'Namaste Trump' event. The kites are made to welcome US President Donald Trump. These colourful kites bear face of PM Narendra Modi and President Trump. These kites are sized at 2 ft and 1.5 ft. Speaking to ANI, kite maker Jagmohan Kanojia said, "I have made some kites to welcome US President Donald Trump. There are 2 kites of 2 feet. Some kites of PM Modi and President Trump are of 1.25 feet."

CAA protest: Jaffrabad metro station closed after women block road, security deployed

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Security has been deployed at Jaffrabad metro station area in the national capital on February 23. A large number of people, including women, on the night of February 22 gathered at Jaffrabad metro station area to protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has closed entry and exit of Jaffrabad metro station after viewing the situation. Trains will not be halting at this station

11 dead after truck collides with tempo traveller in Gujarat's Vadodara

Vadodara (Gujarat), Feb 23 (ANI): 11 people died and several others got injured after a truck and a tempo traveller collided with each other on February 22 in Gujarat's Vadodara. The mishap took place on the road connecting Ranu and Mahuvad village in Vadodara. The injured persons have been shifted to a nearby hospital. Further details are awaited.

Goa 'Carnival 2020' kicks off in Panaji

Panaji (Goa), Feb 23 (ANI): Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant flagged off the Carnival 2020 float parade in Panaji on February 22. The different forms of tableaux have been shown during the festival. Artists also performed their traditional dance at the Carnival 2020. Large number of locals and tourist throng the annual Goa Carnival. Carnival is the major traditional Catholic festival celebrated in the state.

Study details benefits of magic herb curry leaves

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): Commonly known as 'kadi patta', the local Indian curry leaves which are easily found in every household serve not just as an ingredient for cooking but can also be used in many different ways that benefit our health. According to a report published in the Krishi Jagran, curry leaves are effective in controlling blood sugar levels, diabetes management, maintenance of gastrointestinal health and many more. Curry leaves are one of the many magic herbs that are found and grown on the Indian soil. Herbs are used in several Indian delicacies.

Over 1,000 women gather at Delhi's Jaffrabad metro station to protest against CAA

New Delhi, Feb 23 (ANI): A large number of people including over 1,000 women on Saturday night gathered at Jaffrabad metro station area here to protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). The protesters have blocked the road under the metro station. The police force has reached the site. Over thousands of protesters holding placards and national flags raised slogans against the new citizenship law.

TN artist carves portrait of Donald Trump, PM Modi on watermelon

Theni (Tamil Nadu), Feb 23 (ANI): Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to India, an artist based out of Tamil Nadu carved a special portrait of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Modi on a watermelon. Along with their portrait, he also carved 'the world's wonder' Taj Mahal on the summer fruit. Donald Trump and Melania Trump along with daughter Ivanka Trump will visit India on February 24-25.