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5-day long Multi-Class National Ranking sailing event concludes in Goa's Panaji

Panaji (Goa), Oct 14 (ANI): A five-day long Multi-Class National Ranking event in sailing concluded in Goa's Panaji on October 13. The event took place at Dolphin Adventure Sports in Hawaii Beach, Dona Paula. The event was kick-started on October 09 and was hosted by the Goa Yachting Association for the first time. The event comprised of sailing in the RS: X Olympic class, RS: One and Techno 293, Laser Radial and Laser 4.7 class, and 470 class. Team Razorbill from Ocean Sailing Node was skippered by Captain AS Patankar and Crew Captain Donde. Commodore Abhilash Tomy and Mohan dominated the days sailing in the Masters Seabirds class and took the guns in both the races. They are now leading with 3 wins followed by Team Kittywake. While speaking to ANI, Indian Navy officer Commander Abhilash Tomy said, "Sports can help expose people to the state's unexplored coastline." "The time was ideal to have such a race in Goa because the sea is flat and the breeze is adequate," he added. The event

RTC staffs carry out candlelight march in memory of Srinivas Reddy who immolated self

Hyderabad, Oct 14 (ANI): Road Transport Corporation (RTC) employees carried out a candlelight march in Hyderabad on October 13 in remembrance of driver Srinivas Reddy. Reddy died after immolating himself during a protest. While speaking to ANI, Indian Federation of Trade Unions Vice-President (Telangana) SL Padma said, "An RTC driver died today after he immolated himself during a protest in the city on Saturday. It is tragic news for the RTC workers. We urge the striking protesters not to commit suicide." RTC employees from various depots carried out a candlelight march, which started from Musheerabad RTC depot and ended at Ram Nagar Circle. Speaking to ANI, an RTC employee said, "We are not receiving our salaries. We have repeatedly sent notice to the state government but they have forced us to strike during this festive season." Srinivas Reddy had on October 13 succumbed to his injuries at a Hyderabad hospital after receiving 80 per cent burns. He had immolated himself on October 12

Maha assembly elections: Rahul Gandhi's presence confirms defeat of Congress and NCP, says CM Yogi

Yavatmal (Maharashtra), Oct 14 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections in Yavatmal, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, "Rahul Gandhi's involvement in Maharashtra Assembly elections means Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is going to win the elections 100%." "Defeat is certain for the party that Rahul Gandhi will support and Rahul's presence has confirmed the defeat of Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)," CM Yogi added.

MoS V Muraleedharan meets Pope Francis in Vatican City

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): The Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan met Pope Francis in Italy's Vatican City on October 13. He presented him the 'The Bhagavad Gita According to Gandhi' and 'Caparisoned Elephant' of Kerala temple festivals. Meanwhile, he also met Archbishop Paul R Gallagher. V Muraleedharan is currently on a two-day visit to the Vatican City in Rome to attend the Canonisation ceremony of Sister Mariam Thresia. He is accompanied by a group of delegation. On July 1, Pope Francis had formally approved his canonisation at an ordinary public consistory of cardinals on causes of canonisation at the Vatican.

Antibody-based eye drop may treat dry eye disease: Study

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): Study found that patients suffering from dry eye can be cured with a new eye drop made from human antibodies. Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago are the first to identify the presence of a specific type of antibody, called anti-citrullinated protein autoantibodies, or ACPAs, in human tear fluid. They are also the first to demonstrate that patients with dry eye disease experienced reduced signs and symptoms of the condition in response to a new eye drop treatment -- made from human pooled antibodies -- that targets ACPAs. The findings from their early-stage clinical trial are reported in the journal -- The Ocular Surface. Dry eye disease is caused by abnormalities in the tear fluid and results in dry areas over the cornea, the transparent outer layer of the eye, which can lead to disabling eye pain and sensitivity to light in severe cases. It was discovered that strands of DNA extrude from neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, to form webs o

Jaipur man recreates Rajput tradition by designing 24-carat gold 'Safa'

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Oct 14 (ANI): 'Safas' decorated with threads of precious metals like silver and gold were said to have been last worn by the Rajputs around 80 years ago. But a Jaipur-based designer has recreated the signature apparel. The designer named Bhupendra Singh Shekhawat spent around four years experimenting with several metals to be able to make a 24-carat gold 'Safa', a traditional turban worn by men in the state. The 'Safa', made by Shekhawat, costs around Rs 22 lakh, weighs around 530 grams and is nine meters long. Speaking to ANI, Bhupendra Shekhawat said, "I wanted to make gold 'Safa'. So, I checked on the internet if anyone made such 'Safas', but I couldn't find anyone. So, I decided to make it myself. After being rejected by over a hundred people, some people finally agreed to help me in making a 'Safa' with threads of pure gold." "They ran out of practice for some reason, be it due to the high price or effort. It was not made anywhere in the country anymore. It use

Environmentalists pay tributes to trees cut in Mumbai's Aarey Colony

Mumbai, Oct 14 (ANI): Several environmentalists paid tributes to the trees on October 13 which were cut in Aarey colony by the authorities to construct a car shed for Mumbai Metro. They lighted candles at the spot where around 2000 trees were cut by the authorities earlier this month. On October 7, the Supreme Court (SC) had ordered Maharashtra government not to axe any more trees in Mumbai's Aarey colony and maintain status quo till further orders. Prior to this, the Bombay High Court had upheld the permission granted to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) authority to axe tree to make a metro-car shed. The metro corporation said that on October 4 and 5, it axed over 2,185 trees in the area in concurrence with the order of the High Court. Earlier, a protest broke out in the area after the Bombay High Court dismissed all the petitions challenging the felling of trees. This led police to issue prohibitory orders, thereby banning unlawful assembly. Following the imposition of

8 dead after vehicle falls into Kail River in Uttarakhand's Chamoli

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Oct 14 (ANI): At least eight people were killed and five others got injured after a vehicle fell into the Kail River in Dewal region of Uttarakhand's Chamoli. According to a State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) official, one person is still missing as rescue operation is underway.

Netherlands King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima arrive in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 14 (ANI): King of The Netherlands, Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima arrived in the national capital on October 13. They have arrived for a five-day visit to India. Willem-Alexander's trip would be his first state visit to India, following his ascension to the throne in 2013. The King and Queen will visit New Delhi, Mumbai and Kerala during their trip. The Dutch royals will meet President Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 14.

I'm a refugee but enjoy India's freedom: Dalai Lama

Una (Himachal Pradesh), Oct 14 (ANI): While speaking to ANI in Himachal Pradesh's Una district on October 13, Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama spoke about freedom. He said, "We enjoy freedom living in India, in one way I am a refugee but I enjoy India's freedom." Dalai Lama is the 14th spiritual leader of Tibetans.

Rs 25 lakh crore will be spent for infrastructural development in villages: PM Modi

Bhandara (Maharashtra), Oct 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 13 addressed a public rally in Maharashtra's Bhandara. While addressing the gathering, he said that Rs 25 lakh crore will be spent for infrastructural development in the villages across the country. "The rural economy of the country is now being given as much attention as never before. Already the work is going on the roads of the village. Now in the coming years, Rs 25 lakh crore will be spent to develop infrastructure in the villages. The money will also be used to construct modern storage centres for crops," PM Modi said.

Rs 3.5 lakh crore will be used for water conservation: PM Modi

Bhandara (Maharashtra), Oct 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 13 addressed a public rally in Maharashtra's Bhandara. While addressing the gathering, he informed the people about Jal Jeevan Mission, and said the government will invest Rs 3.5 lakh crore for water conservation and building facilities. "We started the Jal Jeevan Mission as soon as we formed the government for the second time. In the coming years, Rs 3.5 lakh crore will be used for water conservation and building facilities for water conservation," PM Modi said.

Maharashtra polls: Amit Shah holds road show in Pune's Shirur

Pune (Maharashtra), Oct 13 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president and Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a massive road show in Shirur area of Pune on Oct 13 ahead of the Maharashtra elections. Polling in the state will be held on October 21 in single phase.

Maharashtra polls: PM Modi urges women to come out in bigger numbers than men

Jalgaon (Maharashtra), Oct 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 13 addressed a public rally in Maharashtra's Jalgaon. While addressing the gathering, he urged women to take part in assembly elections more than men. He also challenged men and women both that who will take part in voting more. The assembly elections in Maharashtra and Haryana will take place on October 21, while counting of votes will take place on October 24.

Watch: PM Modi exercises at scenic Mamallapuram beach

Mahabalipuram (TN), Oct 13 (ANI): During his informal summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took out time to stretch his muscles at the beautiful and scenic Mamallapuram beach on October 12. The Prime Minister was also seen cleaning up the beach by picking up litter and other waste during his morning walk on the last day of the summit.

Congress, NCP should clear their stand on Article 370: Amit Shah in Kolhapur

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Oct 13 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on October 13, that people should asked Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders to tell their stand on abrogation Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. "This is the first election to be held after the abrogation of Article 370.When Congress and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leaders come here for campaign, do ask them about their stand on Article 370," said Amit Shah in a public rally at Maharashtra's Kolhapur. On 5 August 2019, the central Government revoked the special status granted to Jammu and Kashmir. Article 370 of the Indian constitution gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

Scuffle breaks out between RJD workers during party's election rally in Saharsa

Saharsa (Bihar), Oct 13 (ANI): Workers of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) got into a violent argument on Sunday during party's election rally in Saharsa district of Bihar. The election rally was held for the Simri Bakhtiyarpur assembly constituency by-poll. Party leader Tejashwi Yadav was also present at the rally. Tejashwi had recently returned to politics after being absent from active politics post the Lok Sabha elections in which his party RJD performed poorly.

Statements by Congress leaders only strengthen Pakistan: Rajnath Singh over Rafale 'shastri puja' row

Karnal (Haryana), Oct 13 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed a public rally in Haryana's Karnal. Addressing the rally, he said, "If we had Rafale fighter aircraft with us, then I think we need not have gone to Pakistan for Balakot airstrike. We could have eliminated terror camps there, even while sitting in India." He further added, "I wrote 'Om' on fighter plane (Rafale), and tied a 'raksha bandhan' to it. Congress leaders started a controversy here. They should've welcomed that Rafale is coming here. Instead, they started criticising. Statements by Congress leaders only strengthen Pakistan." Defence Minister Rajnath received the first of the 36 French-built Rafale fighter jet. Haryana Assembly polls have been scheduled to take place on October 21. The votes will be counted on October 24.

Union leaders are making fun of poor: Kapil Sibal on RS Prasad's statement on Indian economy

New Delhi, Oct 13 (ANI): Congress leader Kapil Sibal slammed Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad over his statement on Indian economy. Sibal said, "If the union leaders make statement like this then I understand that they don't consider the seriousness of current economic situation. How many people are watching movies, or how much film industry is earning, how is that relevant to our economic situation. It seems like union leaders are making fun of poor." Dismissing concerns on economic slowdown, Union Minister RS Prasad cited the earnings of 3 movies as a proof that country's economy is 'sound'. RS Prasad withdrew his statement earlier today after receiving flak for his statement.

Over 1,500 students participate in 'Sangam Youth Festival' by Indian Army

Jammu, Oct 13 (ANI): Over 1,500 students from 32 different colleges and universities participated in the 'Sangam Youth Festival' being organised by the Indian Army in collaboration with Jammu University in a bid to spread the message of peace, prosperity, communal harmony and national integration. Northern Army commander Lt General Ranbir Singh also attended the five-day event. He had also inaugurated the event on Friday. A total number of 35 events, including outdoor and indoor activities were planned. Students also showcased their performances in sports, cultural and fine arts. Traditional folk dance and a display by the military band were also performed in a patriotic fervour.