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Strong Sri Lanka is not only in interest of India but for entire Indian Ocean: PM Modi

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 29 held a joint press statement with Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Delhi. While addressing the gathering, he said that a strong Sri Lanka is not only in the interest of India but that of the entire Indian Ocean region. "The mandate given to you (Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa) is the expression of the ambitions of the people of Sri Lanka for a strong country. A strong Sri Lanka is not only in the interest of India but that of the entire Indian Ocean region," he said. President Rajapaksa is on a three day visit to India.

Hyderabad rape-murder case: Victim should've called '100' instead of her sister, says Telangana HM

Hyderabad, Nov 29 (AN): Telangana Home Minister, Mohd Mahmood Ali on alleged rape and murder case of a woman veterinary doctor said that the victim should have called '100' instead of calling her sister. "We are saddened by the incident; police is alert and controlling crime. It is unfortunate that she called her sister and not '100', had she called '100' she could have been saved," he said. A veterinary doctor in Telangana was allegedly raped and brutally murdered on November 28. Hyderabad Police on Nov 29 arrested the accused persons involved in the case. The case was reported in Shadnagar police station limits. The accused are a lorry driver and cleaners, police sources said.

PM Modi announces $400 million line of credit to Sri Lanka to strengthen its economy

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 29 held a joint press statement with Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Delhi. While addressing the gathering, announced that 400 million dollar line of credit will be extended to Sri Lanka to strengthen its economy. He also asserted that under Indian housing project, 46,000 houses have already been made in Sri Lanka. "14,000 houses further being made for Tamil origin people. $100 million credit line given for solar projects," added Modi.

12 arrested in Ranchi gang-rape case

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Nov 29 (ANI): A girl was abducted in Ranchi's Kanke area and gang-raped by 12 men at gunpoint. All the accused were arrested by police. "12 youth of Sangrampur village were arrested and two weapons were also recovered from them, they have confessed to the crime," said Ranchi (Rural) Superintendent of Police Rishabh Jha.

Sri Lankan President's first overseas trip to India shows strength of friendship between both countries: PM Modi

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 29 held a joint press statement with Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Delhi. While addressing the gathering, he congratulated President Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the victory in the election. The Prime Minister asserted that Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa has chosen India for his first overseas trip that shows strength of India-Sri Lanka's friendship and dynamics. "I congratulate President Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the victory in the election. It's a great honour for us that President Rajapaksa has chosen India for his first overseas trip. That shows strength of India-Sri Lanka's friendship and dynamics," said PM Modi.

Uddhav Thackeray takes charge as Maharashtra CM

Mumbai, Nov 29 (ANI): Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray arrived at Mantralaya (State Secretariat) to take charge as Maharashtra Chief Minister. He took charge as Maharashtra Chief Minister on Nov 29. Uddhav Thackeray sworn-in as Maharashtra's new Chief Minister on Nov 28.

Youth Congress workers stage protest against Pragya Thakur over her remarks on Godse

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Youth Congress Workers dressed as Mahatma Gandhi to protest against BJP MP Pragya Thakur on Nov 29. They agitated over her remark referring to Nathuram Godse as 'deshbhakt' in the Parliament.

'Attack on my dignity': Pragya Thakur in Lok Sabha on Rahul's terrorist remark

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Amid blustering attack by the Opposition over her statement over father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse in Lok Sabha, BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Thakur on November 29 tendered apology in the house. But she also slammed Congress' Rahul Gandhi over calling her a 'terrorist,' Thakur said, "A member of the House referred to me as 'terrorist'. It is an attack on my dignity. No charges against me have been proven in court." Recently, Rahul Gandhi slammed Pragya Thakur on praising Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Godse in Lok Sabha, he took to twitter and wrote, "Terrorist Pragya calls terrorist Godse, a patriot. A sad day, in the history of India's Parliament."

Bengaluru Police bust drug mafia

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Nov 29 (ANI): Bengaluru Police busted an international drug mafia. While brifing the media about it, Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao said, "City Crime Branch has busted an international drug mafia. On basis of information given by a parent of a drug addict, we apprehended a person from Kolkata-Atif Salim. Recovered chocolate, cola and strawberry laced amphetamine (meth) from his apartment". He further added, "These drugs are amphetamine (meth). The drugs were shipped by Amazon courier from Canada. Examining how it slipped through customs".

Ready for floor test, now we're 170 and number will go up: Abdul Sattar

Mumbai, Nov 29 (ANI): While talking about the floor test in Maharashtra Assembly, Shiv Sena leader Abdul Sattar said, "Floor test might take place tomorrow. We're ready. Earlier we had 162 MLAs, now we're 170, number will go up. But there is no doubt that this govt has the majority, the 3 parties will perform well for these 5 years and be back for the next 10".

DMK leaders stage protest in Parliament

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): DMK leaders staged protest in front of Mahatma Gandhi statute in the Parliament premises on November 29. The protest was over Kashmir issue. DMK leader Kanimozhi also participated in the protest.

AAP's Sanjay Singh blames Centre's wrong policies for onion price hike

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Onion prices make 'aam aadmi' cry as prices plunge in parts of country. Speaking on this Aam Admi Party leader Sanjay Singh said that price of onion increased due to the wrong policies of Ram Vilas Paswan and Central Government. He said, "Price of onion which has been increased is because of the wrong policies of Ram Vilas Paswan and central government because when they have to import they are not doing it, and same is with export. When a farmer goes to mandi he gets Rs 2 per kg and then few people store that onion by doing black marketing. When there is short of onion in the market then they take that onion out and sell that at the cost of Rs 100-120 per kg. This is a big nexus which is running in India,"

DK Shivakumar calls sedition charges against Siddaramaiah, Kumaraswamy 'a political vendetta'

Bengaluru, Nov 29 (ANI): While talking about sedition charged filed against Congress leaders and JDS leader, DK Shivakumar said, "This is all a political vendetta. All cases are being done by these officers and friends of BJP. We know that. We will fight it out politically. We are ready to go to jail, no problem". Bengaluru Police has booked former Karnataka chief ministers Siddaramaiah and HD Kumaraswamy on charges of sedition and defamation over their protest against I-T raids.

What happened in Maharashtra, should be done in Goa too: Ex Dy CM Vijai Sardesai

Mumbai, Nov 29 (ANI): Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut recently told the party's alliance with Goa Forward Party. Goa Forward Party president and ex-Dy Chief Minister of Goa Vijai Sardesai spoke on the alliance and said, "Governments don't change after making announcement. It happens suddenly. What happened in Maharashtra, should be done in Goa too. Opposition should come together. We met Sanjay Raut. 'Maha Vikas Aghadi' which has been formed, should extend to Goa too."

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): President of Sri Lanka Gotabaya Rajapaksa visited 'Rajghat' to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on Nov 29. He was accompanied by MoS VK Singh. After paying homage President Rajapaksha signed visitor's book and was presented with a bust of Mahatma Gandhi.

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa receives ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Newly elected President of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa received a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Nov 29. Marking a maiden visit to India, Sri Lankan President arrived in New Delhi on Nov 28. President Rajapaksa is on a two-day visit to India. Later, in the day he will hold bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi.

Want to take Sri Lanka-India relationship to higher level: President of Sri Lanka

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Newly elected President of Sri Lanka, Gotabaya Rajapaksa received a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Nov 29. While speaking to mediapersons, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said, "During my tenure as President, I want to take Sri Lanka-India relationship to a higher level. The two countries have a long standing friendship. We need to work together for economic development and security of our people".

Cut in corporate tax rate, labour reforms important for investments: CEA KV Subramanian

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): Chief Economic Advisor KV Subramanian including top economists attended 'India Economic Forum' at Constitution Club of India in Delhi on Nov 29. While addressing the event Chief Economic Advisor to Government of India, KV Subramanian said that cut in corporate tax rate is important for investments. He said, "The cut in corporate tax rate is important for investments. The current situation has really provided us opportunity to try and bring in important structural reforms. Corporate tax rate cut, labour reforms and debt capital and credit markets are important for investment to be furthered. So, good times are ahead," said Chief Economic Advisor to Government of India KV Subramanian.

Congress MLA threatens Pragya Thakur to 'burn alive' over her Godse remark

Raigarh (Madhya Pradesh), Nov 29 (ANI): BJP MP Pragya Thakur called Nathuram Godse, who killed Mahatma Gandhi, a 'deshbhakt'. The statement also triggered the Opposition members in the Parliament. Congress MLA form Rajgarh's Biaora, Govardhan Dangi reacted on the statement and said, "We condemn this. We will not just burn her effigy, if she ever sets her foot here, we will burn her too."

TMC workers allegedly captured BJP offices in WB's North 24 Parganas after by-polls victory

North 24 Parganas (WB), Nov 29 (ANI): TMC workers allegedly captured four BJP offices in North 24 Parganas district Nov 28. They painted the walls of the office and also hoisted their party flags. TMC secured victory in three by-polls in West Bengal.