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32,000 people identified for CAA in UP: Minister Shrikant Sharma

Lucknow (UP), Jan 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Lucknow on January 14, the Power Minister of UP, Shrikant Sharma spoke on the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He said, "The gazette notification for Citizenship Amendment Act has been issued. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed all District Magistrates (DMs) to prepare a list soon." "We are distributing pamphlets in Hindi and Urdu languages urging people to register. So far, names of 32, 000 people have appeared based on a recent survey," he added.

RBI restricts Bengaluru bank's operations, depositors worried

Bengaluru, Jan 14 (ANI): Several depositors queued up outside Sri Guru Raghavendra Co-operative Bank in Karnataka's Bengaluru on January 14. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has restricted the bank from doing business with immediate effect and capped withdrawal limit at Rs 35,000. Large numbers of depositors have queued up outside bank to withdraw money. While speaking to ANI, one of the depositors said, "My husband has a fixed deposit here-around Rs 15-20 Lakh. He is retired. We're dependent on it." "When we got the message we were disturbed. But when we came here, the advisor in the bank told us that deposit is safe. But we need to wait for six months. We're not happy," she added. RBI has said that the licence of the bank has not been cancelled, it can continue to 'undertake banking business with restrictions till its financial position improves'.

VP Naidu celebrates 'Bhogi' with family

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Jan 14 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and his family celebrated 'Bhogi' festival in Chennai on Jan 14. It marks the beginning of the four-day Pongal festival. 'Bhogi' is celebrated by boycotting old things for focusing on new beginnings. People gathered in Chennai at dawn to light bonfires to burn old belongings.

CM Rupani celebrates 'Uttarayan' by flying kite

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Jan 14 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani celebrated festival of 'Makar Sankranti' in Ahmedabad. He flew kite to celebrate 'Uttarayan' on January 14. He was accompanied by kite flying enthusiastically and enjoying 'Kai Po Che' festivities. Age is no bar, from children to adults all can be soon on rooftops to fly kites. 'Makar Sankranti' is one of the biggest and most colourful festivals celebrated in Gujarat.

'Matter should be put to rest': Sanjay Raut on 'Aaj ke Shivaji: Narendra Modi' book

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): While speaking to media in Mumbai on January 14, the veteran leader of Shiv Sena Sanjay Raut spoke on withdrawal of book 'Aaj ke Shivaji: Narendra Modi'. He said, "This was a matter of honour and pride of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Maharashtra." "BJP has withdrawn the book and apologised for it, so I think the matter should be put to rest," he added.

Demand of sugarcane surges for harvest festival in Karnataka

Shivamogga (Karnataka), Jan 14 (ANI): Sugarcane is fetching high prices in the market in Karnataka's Shivamogga district. Massive stock of sugarcane is in supply. Shivamogga was known as the 'sugarcane paradise' during Mysuru Maharaja's times but the production of sugarcane has gradually declined. Now, the cultivation of sugarcane has been restricted. Sugarcanes are in high demand in festive season. It is estimated that in future a situation may arise that Shivamogga will have to import sugarcanes from different parts of the country.

Equity indices flat as traders book profits, Yes Bank and L-T top drags

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): Traders booked profit and equity benchmark indices were flat during early hours on Tuesday while Asian markets looked up amid signs of goodwill between China and the United States as the world's two biggest economies prepared to sign the long-awaited phase one of trade deal later this week. Investors also pondered over the possibility of Reserve Bank of India continuing with the status quo on key interest rates at its February meet as inflation is likely to remain similarly elevated in January. Retail inflation print for December came at 7.35 per cent, up from 5.54 percent in November. At 10:15 am, the BSE S-P Sensex was down by 2 points to 41,858 while the Nifty 50 ticked up by 6 points at 12,335. Sectoral indices at the National Stock Exchange were mixed with Nifty metal gaining by 1.3 per cent. Among stocks, Vedanta emerged as the top winner with gains of 2.5 per cent at Rs 164.55 per share. JSW Steel advanced by 1.8 per cent, Tata Steel by 1.6 per cent and Hin

Telangana Governor celebrates 'Pongal'

Chennai, Jan 14 (ANI): Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan celebrated 'Pongal' in traditional way. Governor Soundararajan is in Chennai to celebrate Pongal. Pongal is a harvest festival dedicated to the Sun God. Tamilisai Soundararajan prepared traditional sweet dish of Pongal which is made from newly-harvested rice and jaggery. It is one of the most auspicious festivals for Tamils which is mainly celebrated to offer prayers to the Sun God for a good harvest. Pongal coincides with 'Makar Sankranti' which is celebrated in North India. It marks the start of the Sun's six-month-long journey towards Uttarayanam.

Govt will think over Army Chief's statement on PoK: MoS Defence

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): Wreath-laying ceremony was performed at Shaheed Smarak in Mumbai on 4th Armed Forces Veterans' Day on Jan 14. Minister of State for Defence Shripad Y Naik attended the ceremony to pay homage. He laid the wreath to the fallen soldiers. While speaking to ANI, MoS for Defence Shripad Naik on Army Chief's statement "army will take action if receive orders to reclaim PoK", said that it is not wrong to say this, but the government will definitely look into it.

Kashmir Valley receives fresh snowfall

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) / Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Jan 14 (ANI): The Valley of Srinagar received fresh snow spell. Vehicular movement was partially affected. The road clearance process is underway. One of the locals from Srinagar said, "Everything is frozen. Administration should take steps to clear the snow from the roads." Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri is also covered with layer of snow.

Piyush Goyal flags off Madhupur-Anand Vihar Humsafar Express via video conferencing

Mumbai, Jan 14 (ANI): Union Minister for Railways Piyush Goyal flagged off new AC 3-tier 'Humsafar Express' train on January 14. He flagged off Madhupur (Jharkhand) - Anand Vihar (Delhi) Humsafar Express via video conferencing. The aim of the launch of this train is to provide comfortable journey to passengers. The latest train will be operated under Eastern Railway Zone of Indian Railways.

Devotees throng to Golden Temple on the occasion of 'Maghi'

Amritsar (Punjab), Jan 14 (ANI): On the occasion of 'Maghi', devotees thronged to Golden Temple on Jan 14. They took holy dip in the 'Sarovar' at Harmandir Sahib. Sikhs are also celebrating birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh.

SC will hopefully reject convicts' curative petition: Nirbhaya's Mother

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said that she is hopeful that curative petition of convicts will be rejected and all the culprits will be hanged on 22nd Jan. "They (convicts) have filed a petition (curative plea) before the Supreme Court just to stall the process. I'm very hopeful that their petition will be rejected today. They'll be hanged on 22nd January and Nirbhaya will get justice," said Nirbhaya's mother.

Chandrababu Naidu celebrates 'Bhogi', burns Rao Committee report in Vijayawada

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 14 (ANI): Former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Chandrababu Naidu took part in 'Bhogi' festival on January 14. It was held by Amaravati Parirakshana Samithi. The leaders burnt GN Rao Committee report, which first recommended three capitals for Andhra Pradesh. Speaking on it, Naidu said, "I am very clear. All political parties are working for the welfare of the people. Any political party cannot waste public funds. Already we have spent, Rs 10,000 crore in Amaravati. Everything is settled and already available. When chief minister changes, you cannot change the capital." 'Bhogi' marks beginning of the four-day 'Pongal' festival.

Fog canopies national capital

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): The temperature has dipped in Delhi after the city received rainfall last night. A layer of dense fog covered the India Gate. The parade practice continued at Rajpath despite intense cold. The national capital is continuously reeling under cold waves. Minimum temperature will hover around 8 degree Celsius this week, predicts India Meteorological Department.

Devotees take holy dip in River Ganga on 'Makar Sankranti'

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 14 (ANI): Devotees took holy dip in River Ganga on occasion of 'Makar Sankranti' in Varanasi on Jan 14. 'Makar Sankranti' is a Hindu festival which is dedicated to deity Surya. It marks the first day of the sun's transit into 'Makara', marking the end of the month with the winter solstice. 'Makar Sankranti' marks the start of longer days.

Preparations underway for Jallikattu competition in Madurai

Madurai (Tamil Nadu), Jan 14 (ANI): Preparations underway for Jallikattu competitions in Madurai. Jallikattu competitions will be held from January 15 - January 31 in Madurai district. Around 730 bulls in Avaniyapuram, 700 bulls in Alanganallur and 650 bulls in Palamedu are participating in competitions this year. Jallikattu is world famous cultural festival of Tamil Nadu.

Locals celebrate 'Bhogi' in Chennai

Chennai, Jan 14 (ANI): Locals in Chennai are celebrating 'Bhogi' festival in Chennai with great fervour on January 14. 'Bhogi' marks beginning of the four-day 'Pongal' festival. People setup bonfire to celebrate the festival and burnt several unused items. Later, a layer of thick smog engulfed the city. Virugambakkam and Vadapalani areas were covered in the smog.

Telangana Municipal polls: Take money from Congress, vote for me, says Owaisi

Sangareddy (Telangana), Jan 14 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering ahead of Municipal polls in Telangana, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi said, "People in Congress have a lot of money, take it from them. You'll be getting it due to me. Just vote for me. If they are giving you (money) then take it. I say to Congress to raise the rate, my price is not Rs 2000 only. I am worth more than that." On violence in Telangana's Bhainsa area, Owaisi said, "Yesterday's incident is condemnable. I demand the CM to take action against all culprits. I also demand him to provide compensation to everyone who suffered losses. I appeal to the people of Bhainsa to maintain peace."

Homeless people move to night shelters in bone-chilling Delhi winters

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): Delhi is reeling under cold waves. Homeless people moved to night shelters to stay warm near Kashmere Gate ISBT. These government-supported night shelters have become heaven for homeless as they are provided with free blankets and pillows. Meanwhile, air quality of national capital remained in 'poor' category. According to Air Quality Index (AQI) data, major pollutants PM 2.5 were at 248 and PM 10 was at 242 in Lodhi Road area.