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Mumbai tops ranking for quality of tap water, Delhi at bottom

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): The quality of tap water was found to be the worst in the national capital. Union Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Saturday released the much-awaited report of the study of samples of drinking water taken from 20 states across the country, including Delhi. However, Mumbai topped the ranking released by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for quality of tap water. Delhi finished at the bottom, with 11 out of 11 samples failing on 19 parameters.

Govt working against women, disrespecting SC order on Sabarimala: Trupti Desai

Pune (Maharashtra), Nov16 (ANI): Activist and Bhumata Brigade founder Trupti Desai stated that government is working against women, and disrespecting Supreme Court's order that allowed entry of women of all age groups in Sabarimala temple in Kerala. Speaking to ANI, Desai said, "Yesterday, the government said that they won't provide security to women, so women are going to Sabarimala Temple without protection. Now, women are being stopped, so I think the government is working completely against women."

Sabarimala opens for annual 'Mandala Pooja' in Kerala

Sannidhanam (Kerala), Nov 16 (ANI): Devotees thronged Kerala's Sannidhanam ahead of their visit to Sabarimala Temple on November 16. The temple was opened on November 16 in the evening for the 'Mandala Pooja' festival. Tight security arrangements have also been made ahead of the pooja. The Supreme Court lifted a traditional ban on entry of women of all ages last year; however, it later referred the review petitions to a larger seven-judge bench.

144 dengue cases recorded in Bihar's Muzaffarpur

Muzaffarpur (Bihar), Nov 16 (ANI): 144 Dengue cases have been recorded in Bihar's Muzaffarpur. "144 people have been tested positive for Dengue in Muzaffarpur. Fogging for dengue prevention has been done at 52 locations in the city," Muzaffarpur's Civil Surgeon Dr. Shailesh Prasad Singh told ANI. The number of cases tested positive for dengue were counted from January to November this year.

Devotees at Sabarimala oppose women's entry

Sannidhanam (Kerala), Nov 16 (ANI): Devotees thronged Sabarimala Temple on November 16 to offer prayers during Mandala Pooja festival. Speaking to ANI, a devotee said, "Ladies should not be allowed to enter the temple. Supreme Court is not bigger than God." The Supreme Court lifted a traditional ban on entry of women of all ages last year; however, review petition was referred to a larger seven-judge bench by top court earlier this week.

Arjun Kapoor's next untitled goes on floor

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Shooting for Arjun Kapoor's yet-untitled feature began on Saturday. Director-producer Bhushan Kumar shared a post from the sets of the film which also stars Rakul Preet Singh. Sporting a casual look, the cast and the crew can be seen all smiles, posing for the camera. In another snap, Bhushan along with producer Madhu G Bhojwani is holding a clapper board. Earlier today, Arjun was spotted on his way to the sets of the upcoming movie. "Enroute to start film number 14," the actor wrote over a selfie shared on Saturday on Instagram story. In the post, where the actor did not unveil the movie's title, he tagged film's director Kaashvi Nair and producer Nikkhil Advani. The upcoming feature will see Arjun and Rakul sharing the screen space for the first time. It is being produced by actor John Abraham along with Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Monisha Advani, Madhu, and Nikkhil. Arjun was last seen in this year's 'India's Most Wanted' and will next be seen in the war d

Medha Patkar leads protest against govt negligence in Sardar Sarovar Dam project

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Nov 16 (ANI): Narmada Bachao Andolan founder-member Medha Patkar, along with people affected by Sardar Sarovar Dam project held a protest in Bhopal. Narmada Bachao Andolan was started in 2005 to protest against the construction of Sardar Sarovar Dam which caused a large scale human displacement.

Youth Congress protests outside BJP office in Kolkata on Rafale, SPG cover

Kolkata, Nov 16 (ANI): Youth Congress workers on November 16 held a protest outside BJP party office in Kolkata. The Youth Congress workers protested over BJP's demand of apology from Rahul Gandhi after Supreme Court dismissed Rafale review petitions. They also protested on withdrawal of SPG cover to Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi.

Clubbing news with views is problematic: VP Naidu on National Press Day

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on November 16 attended an event in Delhi on National Press Day. While addressing the gathering, he said in the past news used to be news and now news and views are being clubbed together that is the root of the problem. "In the past, news used to be news, never it was interpreted or misinterpreted, now news and views are being clubbed together, that is the problem," said Vice President while addressing the gathering.

Centre is doing every bit to curb Delhi pollution: Harsh Vardhan

Gandhinagar (Gujarat), Nov 16 (ANI): Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Harsh Vardhan said that Centre is on its toes to curb Delhi pollution. "Centre is taking every measure to curb the pollution," said Health Minister. "We are taking every step from making a law to its implementation to reduce the air pollution from the national capital," he added.

JNU admin files complaint against vandalisation of Swami Vivekananda's statue

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): JNU administration filed a complaint at Vasant Kunj (North) police station against the vandalism and defacement of Swami Vivekananda's statue at Jawaharlal Nehru University. The statue was allegedly vandalised by miscreants on November 14 amid protest against fee hike. Hours later the slogans written on Vivekananda's statue were wiped off by the students. It was also decorated with flowers.

Farmers protest over compensation for acquired land in Unnao

Unnao (UP), Nov 16 (ANI): Farmers staged a protest in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao. They alleged that they have not been properly compensated for their lands that were acquired for Trans Ganga City project of UP State Industrial Development Corporation. Devendra Kumar Pandey, District Magistrate of Unnao said, "Trans-Ganga City is an under construction project, farmers have been compensated. There is faction of farmers who are misleading others for their selfish motives, despite the fact that their grievances have already been resolved."

Core values of journalism are getting eroded: VP Naidu

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on November 16 took a critical stand on state of journalism in the country. During an event he said, sensational news means senseless news and core values of journalism are getting eroded. "Sensationalism has become order of the day, sensational news means senseless news. With Business groups, political parties and personalities setting up TV channels and newspapers to further their interests, core values of journalism are getting eroded," said Naidu.

4 dead, several injured after boiler in NGO's kitchen explodes in Bihar

Motihari (Bihar), Nov 16 (ANI): At least four people have died and more than five have been injured after a boiler exploded in an NGO's kitchen in Bihar's Motihari on November 16. Injured have been admitted to hospital. The boiler exploded while mid-day meal was being prepared by the members of the NGO. Police and state government officials have reached the blast site and further investigation is underway. The cause of the boiler explosion is yet to be ascertained.

MiG-29K fighter aircraft crashes during training mission in Goa

Panaji (Goa), Nov 16 (ANI): MiG-29K fighter aircraft crashed in Goa on November 16. The aircraft crashed soon after it took off for a training mission today. Both the pilots managed to eject safely from the aircraft. The aircraft involved in the crash was a trainer version of the fighter jet.

BJP protests against CM Kejriwal, demands apology after SC dismissed Rafale petitions

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders protested against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi. Police personnel in large numbers were deployed to disperse the crowd. They demand apology from CM Kejrwial over his allegations in Rafale deal. Supreme Court on November 14 dismissed review petitions seeking probe in Rafale deal.

Sajid-Wajid talks about 'Dabangg 3' title song 'Hud Hud'

Mumbai, Nov 16 (ANI): Singer and composer duo Sajid and Wajid Khan who have helmed music of Salman Khan-starrer 'Dabangg 3', talked about movie's songs which are getting tremendous response. Both the composers said that they have used 80 percent of the fresh talent this time to give a whole new feel to the listeners.

Carcass of giant Olive Ridley turtle found at Rameswaram beach

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu), Nov 16 (ANI): Carcass of an Olive Ridley Turtle washed ashore at Sangumal Beach in Rameswaram on November 16. According to a fisherman, "The turtle may have hit a rock while swimming. This happens in this season." After post-mortem the body of the turtle was buried at the beach by forest officials

Vehicular movement suspended between Jammu, Srinagar due to landslide

Ramban (JandK), Nov 16 (ANI): Vehicular movement between Jammu and Srinagar has been suspended since November 14 in the Valley following landslide. Landslide at Digdole area in JandK's Ramban district blocked NH44. Several incidents of landslide were reported in the area since last week.

BJP protests in Mumbai demanding Rahul Gandhi's apology after SC dismissed Rafale petitions

Mumbai (Maharashtra), Nov 16 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a massive protest in Mumbai on November 16. They demanded an apology from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after Supreme Court (SC) dismissed Rafale review petitions. The protest was led by Maharashtra BJP President Chandrakant Patil. Party leader Shaina NC was also present in the protest along with other party workers.