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Stubble burning continues in Haryana's Fatehabad

Fatehabad (Haryana), Oct 28 (ANI): Even after prohibition, farmers continued to burn stubble in Haryana's Fatehabad. Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has become a major cause of air pollution not only in the states but also in the national capital. Earlier, farmers who were identified for burning stubbles had been sent legal notice to stop the practice.

P Chidambaram discharged from AIIMS, taken back to ED office

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Senior Congress leader and former union minister of finance, P Chidambaram brought back to Enforcement Directorate (ED) office from AIIMS on October 28. He was taken to AIIMS earlier today for gastrointestinal health complications and was discharged subsequently. P Chidambaram is in custody in connection with the INX Media money laundering case.

Badruddin Ajmal should not defame whole Muslim community: Manoj Tiwari on '2-child policy' row

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Recently, All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief Badruddin Ajmal said that Muslims will not listen to anyone and can produce as many children as they want. It came after Assam cabinet passed cleared 'two-child policy' where no person having more than two children would be eligible for government employment from January 2021 onwards. Speaking on the matter, Delhi BJP president Manoj Tiwari said, "This is a negative feeling and those who are saying so are defaming the Muslim community. I know a lot of Muslim families who are following 'Kam Parivar, Sukhi Parivar'. Do not impose the mentality of some people on everyone. Assam has come up with a positive way and a historic one. 'Hum do, Hamare do' is for everyone and not for a single community. One should oppose it if it was for a particular community." He further said, "Only Badruddin ji can tell his problem but Badruddin ji should not defame the whole Muslim community."

Devotees offer prayers at Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura on 'Govardhan Puja'

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): As multi-starrer movie 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' clocked three years of its release on Monday, the film's director Karan Johar marked the day by sharing a picture of the hit movie. Karan shared a poster of the movie on Instagram and wrote: "A film closest to my heart...had the best time filming it and have indelible memories! Thank you to the entire cast and crew that made this experience so memorable...it's about the liberation of a broken heart." The story of the film revolved around musician Ayan's (Ranbir Kapoor) quest for true love. His desire, however, remains unfulfilled as his love Alizeh (Anushka Sharma) does not reciprocate his feelings. In his journey, he comes across different people who make him realize the power of unrequited love. Directed and written by Karan Johar, the film grossed Rs 152.60 crore at the box office. The flick also featured Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Fawad Khan in important roles.

If PM can invite EU delegation to JandK, why object to Opposition leaders' visit: Jaiveer Shergill

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): National spokesperson of Congress, Jaiveer Shergill objected to the visit of European Parliament delegation to Jammu and Kashmir quoting it as an internal matter of India. He said, "There are two aspects to the visit of European Parliament delegation. First, no foreign nation or a member of foreign nation or a Parliament has a right to interfere in Jammu and Kashmir, which is internal matter of India." He further added, "Second, the nation, especially the opposition wants to know, if PMO can host EU member delegation and facilitate their visit to JandK, then why are they not extending same courtesy to opposition here? Why Centre objects to opposition leaders visiting JandK." Post abrogation of Article 370 on August 05, Jammu and Kashmir saw clampdown in form of restricted internet and transport services. Indian delegation at 42nd UN Human Rights Session maintained that Jammu and Kashmir was entirely internal matter of India which needs no intervention from outs

Vice President Naidu meets EU delegation in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): A delegation of European Union (EU) parliamentarians called on Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu at his residence. The delegation will visit Jammu and Kashmir on October 29. The delegation met Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier in the day. The decision of inviting EU delegation to JandK has met with sharp criticism from Opposition leaders.

9 injured in grenade attack in JandK's Sopore

Srinagar (JandK), Oct 28 (ANI): Nine people were injured after a grenade was hurled near a bus stand in Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on October 28. Two of the injured have been brought to a hospital in Srinagar. The attack comes ahead of a visit to Kashmir by a delegation of Members of European Union Parliament. According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the information is preliminary and more details are currently awaited.

Villagers allow cows, bulls to run over them during 'Gaai Gohri' festival in Gujarat's Dahod

Dahod (Gujarat), Oct 28 (ANI): A unique and superstitious 'Gaai Gohri' festival was celebrated in Gujarat's Dahod district on October 28. The villagers allowed cows and bulls to run over them as a way of expressing gratitude to the almighty. The ritual is celebrated after Diwali, which also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. The animals were coloured and decorated with peacock feathers. Bells were tied on the legs of the cows and bulls.

JNU students allegedly disrupt IHA meeting to raise hostel fee hike issue

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students allegedly interrupted Inter-Hall Administration (IHA) meeting on October 28. They staged protest over various issues such as hostel fee hike, electricity charges and water charges among others. Students who were not member of IHA were also reportedly got involved in the protest. The councilor of IHA also reportedly got a blood pressure attack and the ambulance, carrying him, was allegedly stopped by the protestors. Later, the way was cleared for the ambulance.

'Not appropriate' to say anything before SC verdict in Ayodhya case: BJP's Kalyan Singh

Aligarh (UP), Oct 28 (ANI): Speaking on the long-pending Ayodhya case, BJP leader and former chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, Kalyan Singh, said that it was 'inappropriate' to say anything before the verdict by the Supreme Court. Kalyan Singh said, "The matter is in Supreme Court and I believe that may be before November 17, the Supreme Court will announce its judgement on Ayodhya. All should wait for the Supreme Court verdict as saying anything before it by any of the parties concerned is not appropriate."

'Ek Onkar' painted on Air India aircraft to mark 550th birthday of Guru Nanak

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Oct 28 (ANI): National Carrier Air India has painted 'Ek Onkar' symbol on its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft's tail to mark the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. The aircraft will fly on October 31 from Amritsar to London. It will fly only on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. This international flight will connect Amritsar to London to facilitate Sikh pilgrims visiting Punjab. This aircraft has 256 seats and the airline has set up a special menu to attract passengers. The airline will serve Punjabi food during the flight.

Fadnavis, Uddhav share good equation, no clash between them: Ramdas Athawale

Mumbai, Oct 28 (ANI): While speaking to ANI, Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale, said that he believes Devendra Fadnavis will be chosen as the leader in Maharashtra, adding that the latter shared a good equation with Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackrey and there was no clash between them. He said, "Devendra Fadnavis and Uddhav Thackrey share good equation and both of them know that there is no clash between them as such. For years now, they have worked together and know each other's nerve really well. I feel the decision of making the government in Maharashtra should be taken as soon as possible and about the written note, BJP will consider it and think about it because BJP has more MLAs than Shiv Sena, presently. I feel the decision will be made at earliest. On 30th, the leader will be chosen. I believe that Devendra Fadnavis will be chosen as the leader and after that BJP and Shiv Sena will form the government collectively.'

Telangana State Road Transport Corporation strike enters 24th day

Hyderabad, Oct 28 (ANI): Employees of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) continued their indefinite strike on 24th day on October 28. Workers protested in front of all district collectors' offices The 'state-wide' bandh was called by the RTC employees and Joint Action Committee (JAC) of various unions. Over 48,000 employees of RTC are on strike since October 5 to press their demands including the demand for the RTC's merger with the government.

3 dies in blaze at cracker shop in Chhattisgarh's Kondagaon

Kondagaon (Chhattisgarh), Oct 28 (ANI): Three people died in a fire accident in Chhattisgarh. The fire was broke out at a cracker shop in Kondagaon area late night on October 27. The flames gutted the entire store. The charred bodies were sent for post-mortem.

PM Modi explained about Kashmir situation, will see it personally: EU Parliament member

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): The Members of European Parliament arrived in Delhi on October 28. They met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi, earlier in the day. While speaking to media person, one of the EU Members, BN Dunn, said, "Yes we are going there (JandK) tomorrow. The Prime Minister explained to us about it (abrogation of article 370) but I want to see on the ground how it actually is and talk to some local people. What we all want is normalcy and peace for everyone." The European delegation will visit Jammu and Kashmir on October 29.

PM Modi meets European Parliament delegation in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Members of European Parliament at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi on October 28. The European delegation will visit Jammu and Kashmir on October 29. While addressing the event PM Modi said, "Urgent action must be taken against all those who support or sponsor terrorists or support such activities and organizations or use terrorism as a state policy. There should be zero tolerance for terrorism." "Early conclusion of a fair and balanced Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) is a priority for my government," he added.

Locals get trampled by cows as Diwali ritual in MP's Ujjain

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 28 (ANI): A unique tradition in Badnagar tehsil of Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain brings good luck as per the beliefs of the locals. Devotees pray to cow in the morning and later let the cows walk over them. Cows are decorated in varied colours and designs for the occasion. Locals believe that deity's blessings are showered after being trampled by cows. The century old ritual is ardently followed by devotees. The ritual is concluded with dance celebration.

Indefinite strike of govt doctors in Tamil Nadu enters 4th day

Chennai, Oct 28 (ANI): Tamil Nadu's government doctors' indefinite strike entered its fourth day. Among other demands, protesters are demanding periodic salary raise and appointment of more doctors. Nearly 17,000 government doctors across Tamil Nadu launched an indefinite strike on October 25. The doctors belong to various groups under the Federation of Government Doctors Association (FOGDA) in the state.

Minimum wage provided to labourers highest in Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal

New Delhi, Oct 28 (ANI): While addressing a press conference in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said that only the Delhi government is providing the highest minimum wage in the country. He further provided the details list of other states on minimum wage and said, "Unskilled labour getting minimum wage in Uttar Pradesh Rs 5750, in Haryana Rs 8827, in Gujarat Rs 8890, in Jharkhand Rs 6495 and in Delhi we are providing Rs 14842 per month." Earlier, Supreme Court had approved the Delhi government's plan for revised minimum wages and paved way for it to issue a fresh notification for the same.

Rescue operation in final stage for 2-yr-old stuck in borewell in Tamil Nadu

Trichy (Tamil Nadu), Oct 28 (ANI): Rescue operation is still underway for the evacuation of 2-year-old Sujith Wilson who is stuck in a borewell in Nadukattupatti area of Tamil Nadu's Trichy district. Sujith fell into the borewell on October 25. Tamil Nadu minister C. Vijayabhasker has said that the rescue operation is in the final stages. According to Revenue Department Commissioner, a pit has been dug up to 40 feet so far, near the borewell in Nadukattupatti, where operation is underway to rescue the 2-yr-old. A medical team is also providing oxygen to the boy from outside the borewell. The toddler apparently fell into the borewell while he was playing near his house.