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Amit Shah slams CM Mamata over development, unemployment issues in West Bengal

North 24-Parganas (WB), Apr 11 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over development and unemployment issues in the state. He asked "how employment will generated in the state if there is not a single big industry has established." West Bengal assembly elections are being held in eight phases with polling for the fifth phase scheduled for April 17.

COVID-19: Aslam Shaikh hints at 2-3 week-long lockdown in Maharashtra

Mumbai, Apr 11 (ANI): Guardian Minister-Mumbai City Aslam Shaikh briefed over the high-level meeting with the state COVID-19 Task Force amid surging cases. He said the attendees of the meeting were of the view that a lockdown should be imposed for 2 weeks, some were in favour of a 3-week lockdown. "A meeting will be held again tomorrow," he said.

Everyone in view of imposing lockdown in Maharashtra: Aslam Shaikh after COVID-19 Task Force meeting

Mumbai, Apr 11 (ANI): Guardian Minister-Mumbai City Aslam Shaikh briefed over the high-level meeting with the state COVID-19 Task Force amid surging cases. He said, "In today's meeting with the state COVID-19 Task Force, everyone was of the view to impose lockdown in the state; SOPs and guidelines for it to be discussed".

'Bhoomi Putra' of Bengal will only become Chief Minister: Amit Shah

North 24-Parganas (WB), Apr 11 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured that 'Bhoomi Putra' of Bengal will only become the Chief Minister of the state if Bharatiya Janata Party comes to power. Shah slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over calling him 'bahar wala' (outsider).

Naxals set 5 vehicles on fire in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 11 (ANI): Five vehicles engaged in the construction of a water filter plant were put on the fire by naxals in Bijapur on April 11. It took place in Bijapur's Naimed police station limits. WTP is being built on the banks of Mingachal river to supply water to Bijapur town. Bijapur recently saw a deadly attack on security forces by Naxals which left 22 personnel dead.

'I will resign when people ask me to, but you will on May 2': HM Shah to CM Mamata

North 24-Parganas (WB), Apr 11 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah on April 11 reacted on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee demanding resignation from him. He said that "when people will ask him to resign then he surely will, but CM Banerjee must prepare as she has to resign on May 2." "Didi is repeatedly saying Amit Shah must resign. Didi when people will ask me to resign then I will. But you must prepare as you will have to resign on May 2," he said.

Mamata's call for 'gherao' central forces provoked attack on CISF: Amit Shah

North 24-Parganas (WB), Apr 11 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah on April 11 blamed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over killings in Cooch Behar. He said that CM Banerjee's statement of gherao central forces "instigated" people to attack at Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). West Bengal assembly elections are being held in eight phases with polling for the fifth phase scheduled for April 17.

CM Mamata campaigns with candle in hands, day after Cooch Behar poll violence

Bardhaman (WB), Apr 11 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee held a candle light march in Bardhaman on April 11 over the poll violence in Cooch Behar during the fourth phase of assembly elections on April 10. She was accompanied by TMC leaders and party workers. Huge crowd gathered to welcome her. Violence erupted at a polling booth in Sitalkuchi in Cooch Behar during the fourth round of assembly elections on Saturday. Central Forces opened fire to stop a mob in which four persons were killed. CM Banerjee termed killing of persons in Cooch Behar during the assembly polls as 'genocide.' Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his sadness over the incident. He urged EC to strongly deal with those responsible for what happened in Cooch Behar. The next phase of the elections will take place on April 17.

Social distancing goes for toss in Mumbai's Dadar Vegetable Market

Mumbai, Apr 09 (ANI): Despite the surge in COVID-19 cases, huge crowd witnessed at Dadar Vegetable Market in Mumbai on April 09. People were seen flouting social distancing norms at the vegetable market. Many were seen without a proper mask. Mumbai reported 8,938 new COVID-19 cases and 23 deaths on April 08.

Migrant labourers leave Mumbai in jam-packed train due to COVID fear

Mumbai, Apr 09 (ANI): COVID-19 cases are continued to rise in Maharashtra. A UP-bound train was seen packed with migrant labourers at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai. They're leaving the city due to surge in COVID cases. A passenger said, "This train will go to Gorakhpur. We're leaving the city because #COVID19 cases are rising here." On an average, Maharashtra is reporting over 50,000 COVID cases daily.

COVID-19: Police increases surveillance in Delhi, Noida amid night curfew

New Delhi / Noida (UP), Apr 09 (ANI): Due to spike in COVID-19 cases, night curfew has been imposed in Delhi till April 30. Police barricading was place to keep a check on the vehicular movement. Uttar Pradesh Police also checked identity cards of commuters entering Noida from Delhi at Chilla Border. The night curfew has been imposed in Noida between 10 pm and 5 pm till April 17 in view of rising cases of COVID-19. Addl CP (L and O) of GautamBuddha Nagar district, Love Kumar said, "We're asking commuters as to why they're travelling during night curfew. We allow them (to enter Noida) if we find their reasons satisfactory. Many people aren't aware of the night curfew. We'll strictly implement it from tomorrow."

Hyderabad-based magician travels blindfoldly to spread awareness on COVID

Agra (UP), Apr 09 (ANI): A 43-yr-old magician from Hyderabad came up with unique initiative to make people aware about COVID, plastic-free environment and road safety. He has started 'Bharat Sandesh Yatra' and has travelled 11 states on his bike blindfoldly till now. He has now reached to Agra from Hyderabad. Ram Krishna's goal is to finish 10,000 kms in 30 days.

Wedding season in dire situation due to COVID-imposed night curfew

New Delhi, Apr 09 (ANI): Due to spike in COVID-19 cases, the night curfew has been imposed in Delhi to combat the spread of the virus. The curfew has impacted the wedding season a lot. Some are cancelling or rescheduling the dates of their weddings in the national capital. The businesses of tent dealers are getting highly-affected due to it. The night curfew will remain in place till April 30 in Delhi.

Seychelles President thanks India for 'precious' donation of COVID vaccines

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan during a virtual meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked him for solidarity and contribution in fight against COVID-19 by donating 50,000 doses of Covishield vaccine."In little less than 2 months, we'll be commemorating 45th anniversary of formal establishment of diplomatic relations between Seychelles and India. The support we have received from India has contributed immensely to socio-economic development of Seychelles," said President of Seychelles. He added, "What better example of Indian solidarity than your donation of 50,000 doses of Covishield vaccine. If we're nearing our target of achieving 70% of heard immunity by April 2021 and have re-opened our country to business, it is due to this precious donation."

Central Health Team visits Mumbai's BKC vaccination centre

Mumbai, Apr 08 (ANI): A central team of health experts visited Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex COVID-19 vaccination centre to assess the situation in the city. Team member Kunal Kumar said, "The Centre and State are discussing the issue (vaccine) and we will work as per their decisions. We are doing our best to manage the COVID situation in Maharashtra. Centre, State, and community need to work together to win this fight." Maharashtra Government had claimed that there is shortage of vaccines.

India will stand firmly with Seychelles during post-COVID economic recovery: PM Modi

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): During a virtual summit with President of Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that India will stand firmly with Seychelles in its effort for post-COVID economic recovery. "Wavel Ramkalawan is a son of India with his roots in Gopalgunj, Bihar. Today not just the people of his village but all Indians feel proud of his achievements. His election as President shows people of Seychelles have a dedication to public service," said PM Modi. "India is honoured to have played role of strong partner of Seychelles in this fight against COVID. During times of need, we were able to supply essential medicines and 50,000 doses of vaccine. India will stand firmly with Seychelles in its effort for post-COVID economic recovery," Prime Minister added.

'Country providing free vaccines to Pak, doing politics over it in Maharashtra': Nana Patole

Mumbai, Apr 08 (ANI): Accusing Centre of doing politics over COVID vaccine, Maharashtra Congress Chief Nana Patole said, "Country is providing free vaccines to Pakistan but playing politics over it in Maharashtra." He further said that BJP's state and central leaders are targeting Maharashtra and they will face the consequences.

CoBRA commando released by Naxals, family elated

Jammu, Apr 08 (ANI): CoBRA jawan Rakeshwar Singh Manhas, who was kidnapped by Naxals during an encounter in Junaguda village in Sukma district on April 03, has been released. Meenu, wife of Manhas said that it is the happiest day of her life. "I always remained hopeful of his return. I thank the government," she said. Twenty-two security personnel lost their lives while 31 sustained injuries in an encounter that broke out between security forces and Naxals along the Chhattisgarh's Sukma-Bijapur border on Saturday after a party of jawans were ambushed by Naxals near Jonnaguda village.

Vaccine war, office jab to poll 'fever': 6 Covid updates you shouldn't miss

From Centre vs Maharashtra government over vaccine stocks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving the second dose of coronavirus vaccine to New Zealand banning entry for all travellers from India, we bring to you seven key updates on the pandemic that you can't afford to miss. watch the video.

COVID update: India records highest ever spike with 1.26 lakh new cases

New Delhi, Apr 08 (ANI): The COVID-19 cases continued to surge in India and 1,26,789 new cases reported in the country on April 08. The country's COVID caseload stood at 1,29,28,574 and currently, there are 9,10,319 active cases in India . 59,258 people were discharged in last 24 hours taking total recoveries to 1,18,51,393. With 685 new deaths, death toll mounts to 1,66,862. According to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), 25,26,77,379 samples tested for COVID-19, up to April 07. The COVID vaccination drive is underway across country. So far 9,01,98,673 COVID vaccine jabs have been inoculated.