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Durga Idol made with wires attracts visitors in Assam's Dibrugarh

Dibrugarh (Assam), Oct 29 (ANI): A Durga Idol became a center of attraction for visitors in Assam's Dibrugarh. The Durga Idol was prepared with several kinds of flexible wires. It took 15 days to prepare the idol of Goddess Durga. Different coloured wires were used in order to prepare the idol. The idol is placed at Santipara Kalibadi Committee in Barbaruah Purnananda Ward of Dibrugarh.

'Opportunity for us to see what's happening on ground': Parliamentarian Nathan Gill on JandK visit

New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI): A delegation of European Union (EU) parliamentarians will soon leave for visiting Jammu and Kashmir from the national capital on October 29. The delegation of 27 EU MPs is scheduled to visit Kashmir today. Their visit will give them a clear view of the development and governance priorities of the JandK region. While speaking to ANI, the member of European Parliament from Wales, Nathan Gill said, "It is a good opportunity for us to go into Kashmir as a foreign delegation and to be able to see firsthand for ourselves what is happening on the ground." This is the first visit by an international group in JandK since the Centre's move of abrogating Article 370.

Free DTC bus ride begins for women in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI): From today onwards, women in Delhi will be able to travel for free in DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) buses. One of the women travellers said, "It's a good initiative by Delhi government." During his Independence Day speech, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had said that free rides for women in DTC buses will be started from October 29, which is 'Bhai Dooj'.

Body of 2-year-old Sujith brought for cremation in TN's Trichy

Trichy (Tamil Nadu), Oct 29 (ANI): After a three-day-long struggle, the two-year-old boy, who had fallen down in a borewell was found dead in the wee hours of October 29. The body of Sujith Wilson was brought for cremation in Pudur area of Trichy. The two-year-old boy lost his life after falling into a borewell on October 25. People paid tribute to Sujith Wilson in large numbers. Earlier, his body was being taken to his residence in Nadukattupatti following an autopsy. The body of the deceased minor was taken out by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team and taken to the hospital. On October 25, Sujith fell into the borewell while playing near his house at about 5:30 pm. Later, he slipped further down into the borewell, with an official stating that Wilson was stuck at a depth of 88 feet. More than six crews from NDRF, as well as the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), were deployed to rescue Sujith.

Locals flock to markets ahead of 'Ningol Chakouba' in Manipur

Imphal (Manipur), Oct 29 (ANI): Locals of Imphal thronged the markets ahead of the festival of Ningol Chakouba celebrated by people of Manipur. On this festival, married daughters are invited to parental house for a grand feast. The word 'Ningol' means daughter and 'Chakouba' means feast. The festival reinforces the bond that exists between siblings and parents. The occasion is observed on the second day of new moon in the Manipuri month Hiyangei.

Mother, baby health improved in India, Nigeria, and Ethiopia, says study

New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI): A recent study has discovered that community-based health programs successfully improved the health of mothers and babies in India, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. To assess the impact of community-based health interventions linked to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, an international team of researchers looked at eight essential maternal and newborn health indicators in rural Nigeria, Ethiopia, and India, representing more than 22 million people. Indicators included antenatal and postnatal care, births in health care facilities, hygienic umbilical cord care, breastfeeding initiation and more. The researchers found some improvements; for example, more women in Ethiopia and Uttar Pradesh, India had access to maternity care in 2015 than in 2012. In Gombe, Nigeria, socioeconomic issues as well as the Boko Haram threat prevented most women from receiving adequate care, although some positive family behaviour, such as hygienic cord care, showed marked improv

PM Modi arrives in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Oct 29 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. He will hold bilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. He will also attend the third session of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Forum.

2-yr-old Sujith dies in TN after being stuck in borewell

Trichy (TN), Oct 29 (ANI): 2- year-old boy who was trapped in a borewell in Tamil Nadu's Trichy passed away on October 29. Earlier, TN government official confirmed that his body was in highly decomposed state. Government officials and rescue workers had been working continuously for the last 80 plus hours to retrieve the child. However, the digging process was stopped at a depth of 65 feet of the borewell. On October 25, Wilson fell into the borewell while playing near his house at about 5:30 pm in Trichy. Later, he slipped further down into the borewell. More than six crews from the NDRF, as well as the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) were deployed to rescue Wilson. A medical team was also providing oxygen to the boy.

Fire breaks out at godown backside Apollo Hospital in MP's Indore

Indore (MP), Oct 29 (ANI): Massive fire broke out at a godown located at the backside of Apollo Hospital in Madhya Pradesh's Indore. Fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the flames. Further investigation is underway. More details are awaited. Hospital administration informed that due to the smoke that entered on 5th and 6th floor as well as ICU, 45 patients were shifted to the ground floor. Around 2-3 patients were shifted to another hospital.

Watch: Heavy rainfall lashes MP's Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 29 (ANI): Several parts of Madhya Pradesh's capital city Bhopal received heavy rainfall. Intense showers brought Bhopal to a standstill, resulting in a traffic jam at several junctions and roads across the city.

Stone-pelting ritual observed in HP's Dhami to appease Goddess Kali

Shimla (HP), Oct 29 (ANI): Several devotees recently gathered in Dhami village of Shimla to appease Goddess Kali through the ancient practice of stone pelting. The historic ritual involves devotees hitting each other with stones till they bleed. Their blood is then offered to Goddess Kali as a symbol of victory of good over evil. Devotees from different tribes participated in procession, beating drums and playing flutes. They form teams and pelt stones at each other. Goddess Kali is the first of the ten incarnations of goddess Durga. She is regarded as more aggressive form of Goddess Durga and is known to destroy all evil for the cause of justice

3500 types of dishes offered at Swaminarayan Temple in Vadodara on 'Govardhan Puja'

Vadodara (Gujarat), Oct 28 (ANI): The Swaminarayan Temple in Vadodara celebrated 'Govardhan Puja' in a unique way on October 28. 3500 different types of food items were offered to the deities at the temple to celebrate the festival. The different types of dishes were made as a part of 'Annakoot Puja'. Devotees thronged to the temple in large numbers to offer prayers. 'Govardhan Puja' also known as 'Annakoot Puja', is a Hindu festival that is celebrated a day after Diwali. Govardhan Puja is celebrated to worship Lord Krishna who lifted Govardhan hill to prevent Lord Indra from causing havoc through heavy showers.

Haji Ali Dargah : An epitome of communal Harmony

Mumbai, Oct 28 (ANI): The Haji Ali Dargah is a mosque located on a small island off the coast of Worli in the southern part of Mumbai metropolitan city of India. Built in the year 1431 in memory of a Saint Sayyed Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari, the Dargah has served as a cynosure of communal harmony for generations. Saint Haji Ali Shah Bukhari was a wealthy merchant from present Uzbekistan, who gave up all his wealth to serve the humanity. A narrow causeway of about one kilometer links the shore with the island of Haji Ali Dargah. The cause way gets submerged during high tides and during low tides, the Dargah becomes accessible to lakhs of visitors coming from different religious backgrounds and communities. On Thursdays and Fridays, the shrine is visited by an enormous number of pilgrims. Irrespective of faith and religion, people visit the Dargah to get the blessings of the legendary saint. India has remained the epicenter of many such sites that strengthen the bond of secularism, as pe

Sikh warriors display horse riding skills in Amritsar to celebrate 'Bandi Chhor Diwas'

Amritsar (Punjab), Oct 28 (ANI): As the continued celebration of Bandi Chhor Diwas, armed Sikh warriors gathered to show their skills. Armed Sikh warriors who are also called 'Nihang' displayed their horse riding skills. They also carried their weapons with them. People come in large number to witness the magnificent display of ancient art. Bandi Chhor Diwas is celebrated to mark the release of Guru Hargobind Singh from imprisonment of Mughals in 17th century.

Delhiites enjoy 3rd day of laser light show at Connaught Place

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Delhiites flocked to Connaught Place to witness 3rd day of mega laser show event. The event was organised by Delhi govt to encourage people shun crackers to cut down pollution in the national capital. The circles of Connaught Place and adjoining areas were decked up with lights. People from all walks of life thronged the heart of the city to witness the unique show. The laser show will culminate on October 29.

PM Modi embarks on two-day visit to Saudi Arabia

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia. He will hold bilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Riyadh. He will also attend the third session of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Forum.

Sufism promotes brotherhood and secularism in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar (JandK), Oct 28 (ANI): Popularly known as 'Pir Waer' or Alcove of Sufis and Saints, Jammu and Kashmir tasted the sweetness of Sufism nearly 700 years back, when it had reached the pinnacle of its development. With its eclectic emphasis on mutual tolerance and peaceful co-existence, it started forming an integral part of the people ethos and guiding their lives. Today, Sufism has got itself entrenched at the centre of cultural and spiritual life of the state especially the Kashmir valley. Mir Sayyid Ali Hamdani popularly known as Shah-i-Hamdan, a Persian Sufi of the Kubrawiya order is believed to be the first saint who visited Kashmir along with his seven hundred followers to preach Sufism. They then got settled in different parts of the Kashmir valley and spread the message of love and humanity among all. Later as a mark of respect shrines were constructed at the places where these saints use to meditate or where they lie buried. It is said that these shrines have so much blis

Flat of NCP leader attached by bank over non-payment of Rs 70 lakh loan

Pune/Baramati (Maharashtra), Oct 28 (ANI): A flat of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Dhananjay Munde in Pune was attached by Shivajirao Bhosale Sahakari Bank for non-payment of a loan of Rs 70 lakh. Speaking to media persons, Dhananjay Munde said, "I had told the officers of the bank before elections that I am busy with elections and I will settle the matter after the elections. I will decide tomorrow what to do about the action they have taken."

People celebrate grand 'Deep Mahotsav' at Surajkund Dham in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (UP), Oct 28 (ANI): A Grand 'Deep Mahotsav' was organised at Surajkund Dham in Gorakhpur on Oct 28. People illuminated thousands of diyas and celebrated 'Deep Mahotsav' with great fervour. Celebration happened on the occasion of 'Govardhan Puja'.

This is disrespect to sovereignty of Parliament: Congress' Anand Sharma on allowing EU delegation to visit JandK

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Congress leader and Chairman of Parliamentary Standing Committee (RS) on Home Affairs Anand Sharma slammed Centre on the upcoming visit of European Parliament delegation to Jammu and Kashmir. Anand Sharma said, "This is disrespect to sovereignty of Indian parliament. Government must answer why it violated parliamentary privileges, the committee was not briefed on this." The delegation will visit Jammu and Kashmir on October 29.