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Govt making efforts to allow jawans to spend 100 days in year with their families: Nityanand Rai

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 55th Raising Day. Minister of State of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai attended the 55th Raising Day of Border Security Force (BSF) on Dec 01. Speaking at the event, he said that government is making an effort to allow jawans to spend 100 days in a year with their families. "Indian Government is committed to provide modern technology for the security of our jawans. Government has increased the retirement age of jawans to 60 years. Government is doing everything to allow jawans to spend 100 days in a year with their families. Jawans posted in Kashmir will be provided free of cost air travel from Jammu to Delhi," said Nityanand Rai

Election of Speaker to happen unopposed after Opposition taken back the name: NCP's Chagan Bhujbal

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Protem Speaker Dilip Walse Patil has called all party leaders meeting as Maharashstra Assembly to elect Speaker on Dec 01. Speaking on this NCP leader Chagan Bhujbal said that election of Speaker to happen unopposed after Opposition taken back the name. "Earlier, Opposition also filled form for the post of Assembly Speaker, but after request by other MLAs and to keep dignity of Assembly intact, they have taken back the name. Now, election of Speaker to happen unopposed," Said Chagan Bhujbal.

MoS of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai attends 55th Raising Day of BSF

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 55th Raising Day. Minister of State of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai attended the 55th Raising Day of Border Security Force (BSF) on Dec 01. He reviewed passing out parade of BSF.

Inhumane treatment meted out to patients in MP's Chhatarpur hospital

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): Government has changed in Madhya Pradesh, but situation of health facilities remains the same. Patients were made to sleep on floor, after their sterilization surgery at a government hospital in Chhatarpur on Nov 30. Speaking to ANI, Civil Surgeon RS Tripathi said, "There are about 30 cases of sterilization per day. To provide bed facilities, we need better infrastructure".

'Pink rooms' come up in Thiruvananthapuram for women travelers

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Dec 01(ANI): Giving priority to the safety of women travelers, 'Pink Rooms' came up in Kerala which is finding many takers. Christe Jhonson from Switzerland has started 'Pink Rooms' services in Thiruvananthapuram. The services are dedicated only for the women travelers. The serviced apartments are named 'Pink Rooms'. Speaking on this Christe Jhonson said, "At 'Pink Rooms', safety of women travelers is given priority. Concept is part of woman empowerment where we have only female staff. We have made a space where women feel comfortable and safe. We give international standard professional services."

This specially-abled Chhattisgarh man has become inspiration to youth

Balrampur (Chhattisgarh), Dec 01 (ANI): Beating all odds, specially-abled man Ashish is the sole breadwinner for his family. He is working as computer operator at Shankargarh Panchayat office in Chhattisgarh's Balrampur. Ashish just passed class 10th examination now he is in intermediate. While speaking to ANI, he said, "I don't have arms and legs since birth but I do a job along with pursuing my higher studies." Meanwhile, Balrampur Collector Sanjeev Kumar Jha said, "Ashish inspires many people. He does all his work himself. He is not dependent on anyone for his livelihood. I have asked the Circle Officer to also employ his father who provides assistance to him."

B-town celebs spotted in style at airport

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt was spotted outside Mumbai airport on November 30. She was looking pretty in neon shade attire. On work front, she will be next seen in 'Brahmastra' and 'Sadak 2'. Actress Disha Patani was also seen outside the airport. She was wearing black and white top with loose pants. On the other side, actor Varun Dhawan was also seen outside his father David Dhawan's office in Mumbai's Juhu area. He was seen wearing grey colour collar tees paired with blue denims. Varun will be next seen in 'Street Dancer'.

Lahaul-Spiti receives fresh spell of snowfall

Lahaul-Spiti (Himachal Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): The higher reaches in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul-Spiti received fresh snowfall on November 30. The maximum snowfall was received in Kaza Valley of Lahaul-Spiti. The traffic was also disrupted in upper region of Himachal Pradesh following fresh snowfall.

Request Uttarakhand CM to take action against colleges who are harassing students: J-K Students Association

Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Dec 01 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Dehradun on November 30, the spokesperson of Jammu - Kashmir Students Association, Nasir Khuehami said, "After the abrogation of Article 370, there was total clamp down in the Kashmir Valley so some students were stuck at home and couldn't report at their colleges on time." "Thereafter, colleges and universities imposed late fine on Kashmiri students. Penalising them is not justified. This is harassment," he added. "We request Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat to take action against such colleges who are harassing students and charging unnecessary fine," Nasir further stated.

Manushi Chhillar, Dino Morea showcase style statement at Mumbai airport

Mumbai, Dec 01 (ANI): Indian actress, model and Miss World 2017 winner Manushi Chhillar was spotted outside Mumbai airport on November 30. She was looking ravishing in high neck top paired with denim. Actress Kainaat Arora was also spotted outside the airport. She was seen wearing brown colour jacket paired with knee length boots. On the other side, stylish actor Dino Morea was also spotted outside the airport. He was looking dashing in blue colour hoodie with a backpack.

Air quality again in 'moderate' category in Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): A layer of smog blanket Delhi on December 01. Additionally, the air quality of national capital also took a major hit due to a combination of firecracker emissions, stubble burning and unfavourable meteorological conditions in past one month. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) data and System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), major pollutants in Delhi's Lodhi Road area were PM 2.5 at 120 and PM 10 at 123 both in 'moderate' category. Higher value of AQI indicates greater level of air pollution and health concern. Residents are feeling better now but still hoping more improvement in respiratory problems, allergies and other health issues. On November 01, the Supreme Court-mandated Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) declared public health emergency in Delhi due to rising air pollution levels.

3 minor girls charred to death after haystack catches fire in Odisha's Kalahandi

Kalahandi (Odisha), Dec 01 (ANI): Three minor girls were charred to death on November 30 in Odisha's Kalahandi district. The incident occurred while they were playing near a haystack that caught fire at Bijamara village in Kalahandi district. The deceased minors have been identified as twins Deizy, Rosy and Rachana Rout, all aged between four to five years. Soon after the incidents, they were rushed to Koksara Community Health Centre by the locals. However, they had sustained around 80 to 90 per cent burn injuries. They were then referred to Bhawanipatana district headquarters hospital as their condition worsened. One of them died on the way to the hospital while two others breathed their last while undergoing treatment at Bhawanipatana Hospital. While speaking to ANI, Dr Narayan De of Bhawanipatana Hospital said, "One of them was arrived dead while two others, who had sustained around 80 to 90 per cent of burn injuries. The two passed away half-an-hour after they were admitted to the

Indian culture incomplete without Tamil Nadu: JP Nadda

Tiruvallur (Tamil Nadu), Dec 01 (ANI): BJP working president JP Nadda on Saturday said that the Indian culture is incomplete without that of Tamil Nadu, which is full of "depth" and has given direction to the entire country as well."India feels proud to see the rich Tamil culture, which is full of depth and has given direction not only to Tamil Nadu but to the entire country. The Indian culture is incomplete without Tamil culture. Tamil is one of the most ancient language humanity has ever seen," said Nadda, while addressing a gathering in Tiruvallur.

Retirement for teachers who failed to prove ability: MP Education Min Prabhuram Chaudhari

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): The Education Minister of Madhya Pradesh Prabhuram Chaudhari has decided to take strict actions towards those teachers who failed in the exam conducted by the Department to test their ability. In press conference, Prabhuram said, "We gave retirement to 16 teachers under 20-50 formula, 2 teachers are under review. This is not a punishment but a rule that whoever, be it teacher or clerk who is not able to give his/her service, can be given retirement." He further said, "We took action against a total of 84 teachers to provide quality education for the children of Madhya Pradesh." Teachers who didn't fall into 20-50 formula are those who have not served for 20 years and are younger than 50 years.

Researchers discover new method to reduce chemo doses for patients

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Chemotherapy, which is a saviour for many cancer patients, is a painful treatment to undergo following which many patients quit it midways. But researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a method that delivers chemotherapy drugs directly to malignant cells and bypasses healthy ones. With this discovery, doctors aim to reduce chemo doses for patients, thereby reducing the unpleasant side-effects associated with the treatment. The findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology. The study focused on the selective expression of the TRPV2 protein by cancer cells. When activated, TRPV2 protein opens a canal inside cell membranes. Researchers studied liver cancer cells and were able to successfully insert a low dose of doxorubicin, a chemotherapeutic agent, through the canal and directly into cancer cells. Not only did the new method target cancer cells without harming healthy ones. In the future, the precision of this delivery

Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden welcomes giraffe after 8-year gap

Guwahati (Assam), Dec 01 (ANI): The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is an exchange programme between State Zoo and Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, Patna. The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden welcomed a female giraffe. The giraffe was approved by Central Zoo Authority, New Delhi. Giraffe is again the part of the zoo after a gap of 8 years. The giraffe was officially welcomed by State Minister for Environment and forest Parimal Suklabaidya.

Almost 37 women seen lying on floor at sterilisation camp in MP's Vidisha

Vidisha (Madhya Pradesh), Dec 01 (ANI): Almost 37 women were seen lying on the floor, instead of hospital beds in MP's Vidisha. They were resting at a sterilisation camp at Lateri Community Health Center. Chief Medical and Health Officer, Dr KS Ahirwar said, "The matter will be investigated and action will be against the culprits."

Prakash Javadekar chairs meeting of State Forests Ministers on utilization of CAMPA funds

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Prakash Javadekar chaired a meeting of the State Forests Ministers on effective and efficient utilization of Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) funds in Delhi. Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Kumar Modi was also present in the meeting. In the meeting, Javadekar ensured that CAMPA Funds of about Rs. 47,000 crores will be utilized efficiently for green India.

Man challenges liquor ban in viral video, arrested by Sitamarhi Police

Sitamarhi (Bihar), Dec 01 (ANI): A video surfaced online where a man was seen with a liquor bottle challenging the liquor ban. The man was identified as Subhash Kumar. Later, Sitamarhi Police arrested him for making such mockery video. One of the police officials said, "Taking cognizance of viral videos, we have arrested him. During interrogation, he accepted that he has been making such videos."

Underwater loudspeakers can help restore coral reef

New Delhi, Dec 01 (ANI): Scientists have reportedly discovered a new tool that could help with coral reef restoration efforts. A team of researchers and marine biologists set up underwater loudspeakers to play recorded sounds of healthy reefs as an experiment to lure young fish to swim in areas where the coral had degraded, Cnet reports. The six-week experiment found that by playing healthy reef sound, the total number of fish arriving in the degraded coral areas doubled and also increased the number of species by 50 per cent.