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CM Kejriwal holds roadshow enroute filing nomination

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Avind Kejriwal held roadshow on his way to file nomination on January 20. Delhi Chief Minister will contest Assembly polls from New Delhi constituency. State elections will be held on February 8 and results will be declared on February 11.

Farmers protest in Amaravati over 3-capital proposal

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 20 (ANI): Farmers staged protest in Andhra Pradesh's Amaravati on January 20. The protest took place as State Cabinet gave nod to the recommendations of the high power committee on setting up 3 state capitals. Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supported the farmers' protest. Party MP Jay Galla was detained during the protest.

Tactic to delay hanging rejected: Nirbhaya's mother after convict's petition dismissed

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Supreme Court on January 20 dismissed the Special Leave Petition (SLP) filed by one of the convicts in 2012 Nirbhaya gang-rape and murder case, Pawan Kumar Gupta, as the court did not find any fresh ground in the matter. Pawan has claimed that he was a juvenile at the time of crime and the Delhi High Court had ignored this fact.While reacting on the dismissed SLP, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said, "Their tactic to delay hanging has been rejected. I'll be satisfied only when they're hanged on February 01. Just like they are delaying it one after other, they must be hanged one by one so that they understand what it means to play with law."

SU-30MKI, BrahMos strongest maritime combination: IAF Chief

Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), Jan 20 (ANI): Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief RKS Bhadauria said that SU-30MKI with BrahMos is the strongest maritime combination in India and it will bring huge capability in Navy's support. He said, "SU-30MKI with BrahMos is the strongest maritime combination that we have, in terms of weapon capability. Thanjavur is the ideal location because of access to both the east and west sides and Indian Ocean Region. It will bring huge capability in support of Navy." Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jets equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles can hit targets at around 300 kms with precision.

It'll help people: DGP Dilbag Singh on de-radicalisation centres in Kashmir

Srinagar, Jan 20 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir's DGP Dilbag Singh reacted over question, if there is a need for de-radicalisation centres in Kashmir? DGP Dilbag Singh said, "If any such facility comes up in Kashmir that will be a good sign, it should happen. It'll definitely help people, especially those who have gone astray." "If some sensible kind of arrangement is made where good people from the civil society and experts who deal with the subject and relevant aspects of religion and other things... I think that will be a good development. That kind of things should be welcomed," DGP Dilbag Singh further added. General Bipin Rawat recently stated that camps for liberation from radicalism are getting on in Kashmir.

3 Hizbul terrorists gunned down in Shopian

Shopian (JandK), Jan 20 (ANI): At least three terrorists have been neutralised by the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian on January 20. The terrorists were gunned down during an encounter between security forces and terrorists. The terrorists were affiliated to proscribed terrorist outfit Hizbul Mujahideen.

Kapil Sibal takes 'degree' jibe at PM Modi over 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Speaking to ANI, Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Prime Minister's 'Pariksha Pe Charcha 2020' suggested that PM should let students be alone to prepare for boards and not waste their time. "I suggest PM should let students be alone as this is time to prepare for boards. He shouldn't waste their time. Discussion should be held on 'openness' in degrees after it is obtained, it should be known to everyone. That's the 'Mann Ki Baat' he should do," said Kapil Sibal. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended 'Pariksha Pe Charcha 2020' at Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi, where he interacted with students.

Rescue operation underway to find 6 trekkers in Nepal's Kaski

Kaski (Nepal), Jan 20 (ANI): Search and rescue operation is underway to find six trekkers in Nepal's Kaski. The trekkers went missing in an avalanche in Gandaki province. Avalanche triggered by heavy snowfall hit a section on Annapurna circuit trekking route on January 17.

The Dargah of Hazrat Niyaz Ahmad Sahib acting as a binding force between different religions

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 20 (ANI): Land of India is interspersed with numerous sites which are serving as testimonies to the long cherished brotherhood among myriad faiths prospering in the nation. The dargah of Hazrat Niyaz Ahmad Sahib in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh is one such epicenter of religious harmony. Popular as Khanqah- e- Niazia , the Dargah is visited by Hindus, Muslims and devotees from other religions alike.As in most of the temples or other religious sites, the lighting of lamps and burning incense sticks is a common tradition among the devotees who come to pray and offer their obeisance at this Dargah. Every year Jashn-e- Chiraghan festival is organized here and thousands of devotees and visitors come to offer prayers. People of all faiths unite on that occasion and celebrate the festival in the way they celebrate Diwali. This dargah sends out a message of love and peace for all, regardless of their religion. The Sufi Saints and Pundits who have laid this

Suspect fled Mangalore Airport after keeping bag with IED: CISF DIG

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Central Industrial Security Force DIG Anil Pandey on January 20 shared information about the suspected bag, containing IED components, found at the Mangalore airport. He said that a suspect was seen in a CCTV footage leaving bag at the airport and was seen leaving in auto while concealing face. "Suspected object was detected timely and local bomb disposal team is working on its disposal," said Pandey.

Shrine of Baba Nanga Baji Sahib: A centre of religious harmony

Rajouri (JandK), : Sufism in India has promoted a common way of understanding the world and a binding force between the citizens who belong to diverse faiths and cultures. People from different faiths congregate at the Sufi shrines dotted all across the country to offer prayers and wish for peace and tranquility. This brotherhood and bonhomie could be well witnessed during the Urs of Baba Nanga Baji Sahib in Kalakote division of Rajouri district, where a large number of devotees gather to commemorate the occasion. Every year the Urs of the great Sufi saint is celebrated in high spirit and people irrespective of their castes come together to pay obeisance to the saint and get his blessings in return. Locals say that Nanga Baji was helpful to the poor and dispersed the message of maintaining unity among his followers throughout his life. His grandson, Baji Syed Muzzaffar Hussain Shah is also respected among the devotees on the occasion. Popularly known as Baji Sahib, the Sufi saint has b

Davinder Singh's case transferred to NIA: DGP Dilbag Singh

Srinagar, Jan 20 (ANI): While addressing a press conference Jammu and Kashmir's DGP Dilbag Singh informed that the case has been transferred to National Investigative Agency (NIA). "That case (of DSP Davinder Singh) has been transferred to NIA, it will not be right for me to make a comment on it. Some findings have come out, they are before NIA. His custody is being given to the investigating agency. It is being investigated in right direction," said JandK DGP. DSP Davinder Singh, was arrested last weekend along with district commander of banned Hizbul Mujahideen.

JP Nadda takes over as BJP chief, elected unopposed

New Delhi, Jan 19 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jagat Prakash Nadda who held party's charge as interim president took over as the president of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on January 20. JP Nadda was elected unopposed for party's top post. Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated Nadda on the occasion. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended his wishes at party headquarters.

Bag with IED components found at Mangalore Airport

Mangalore (Karnataka), Jan 20 (ANI): Components of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) have been found at Mangalore Airport on January 20. IED components were found from a bag lying at a ticket counter. CISF has cordoned off the area and bomb disposal squad has reached the airport.

Development-deprived locals of Naxal-hit Chhattisgarh village build road for themselves

Sukma (Chhattisgarh), Jan 20 (ANI): Locals of a Naxal-affected village build road for themselves in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district. They build road for better connectivity of the area. Locals of Palamadgu village in Sukma district are still seeking for development and basic amenities in their nearby vicinity. While speaking to ANI, the Deputy Collector (DC) of Sukma Chandan Kumar said, "The road construction work is underway under National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA)." "But it is good if villagers are contributing in development work," DC added.

PM Modi asks students to have technology-free hour to avoid distraction

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha 2020' requested students to have technology-free hour and a space in the house to avoid distraction. "It is common to see 4 members of a family seated together but each of them is on their phones. Can we think of a technology-free hour? Or, have a space in the house which is technology-free. In this manner, we won't be distracted by technology," said PM Modi.

Watch: NCP leader Jitendra Awhad's passionate and aggressive speech against CAA, NRC

Thane (Maharashtra), Jan 20 (ANI): Commenting on the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the proposed all-India National Register of Citizens (NRC), NCP leader Jitendra Awhad made a strong and passionate speech against CAA, NRC in a poetic form. "Main Delhi ke takht se poochta hoon, ab tu maangega mujhse saboot mere deshvasi hone ka? Toh sun, jab tera baap sar jhukakar angrezon ke talwe chaat raha tha, tab mera baap phansi ke takht ko choomke inquilab zindabad ke naare laga raha tha," the NCP leader said. "I ask from the rampart of Delhi, now you will ask proofs of my citizenship. So listen, when your father was toeing the line of Britishers, my father, staring at the gallows of death, was raising slogans of 'long live the revolution'."

South India gets first squadron of Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jets

Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), Jan 20 (ANI): South India got its first squadron of Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jets on January 20. Water salute was also given to the SU-30MKI fighter aircraft at Thanjavur air base in Tamil Nadu. The 222 Squadron that will house the Sukhoi-30 MKIs is also known as the 'Tigersharks'. IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria said that the decision to deploy the Su-30 MKI at Thanjavur was taken due to its strategic location. The Su-30 MKI inducted here is equipped with special weapon (BrahMos supersonic cruise missile), the IAF Chief further said. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Bipin Rawat, was also present at the press conference.

'Saksham Cycle Day-2020' kicks off in Agartala

Agartala (Tripura), Jan 20 (ANI): More than 1000 cyclists participated in 'Saksham Cycle Day-2020' event in Tripura's Agartala on January 19. The Cyclothon was organised by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to create awareness against the menace of pollution. Main aim was to create culture of cycling among the people. Event was inaugurated by Deputy CM of Tripura Jishnu Dev Varma and other officials of ONGC, GAIL and TNGCL. Cyclothon started from 8:00 am from Swami Vivekananda Stadium. 'Saksham Cycle Day-2020' is a campaign flagship program of Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) and Oil public sector undertakings under the guidance of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas which aims to add values to the various efforts being made in the country for saving fuel.

All convicts must be executed on Feb 01: Nirbhaya's mother on fresh 'juvenile' petition

New Delhi, Jan 20 (ANI): Reacting to the special leave petition (SLP) filed by one of the convicts in the 2012 Delhi gang-rape, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said that if all the accused committed the crime; they all should be punished equally and demanded that all the convicts must be executed on February 01. "This is our law that has given freedom to them to commit such crimes and then when it comes to punishment, juvenile is exempted," said Asha Devi. "It is just a tactic to delay the execution. His petition was cancelled in 2013 by SC. Review petition was also dismissed by the court. He's doing it just to waste time. But all the convicts must be executed on 1 Feb only. This is not just about Nirbhaya but thousands of girls who are fighting for their justice," she added further. Convict Pawan Gupta filed a SLP in the Supreme Court, claiming he was a juvenile at the time of the crime, and should be treated as such.