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Gujarat woman jumps from building, falls on senior citizen; both die

Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Oct 5 (ANI): A woman in Amraiwadi area of Gujarat's Ahmedabad landed on a senior citizen after jumping from a building to commit suicide. Both the woman and the senior citizen died on the spot. The incident took place on October 4. Speaking to ANI, a police official said, "The man had gone for a morning walk when the woman fell on him. Both woman and man died on the spot. The woman was mentally distressed and was under medication. The victim identified as Mamta was a resident of Surat." "After the enquiry we will carry out the investigation," he added.

Some party leaders want Congress-free India: Ashok Tanwar

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Congress leader and former party chief of Haryana, Ashok Tanwar, on October 5 resigned from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress. He said that there are some congressmen who want to free the country and Haryana from Congress. "Party is struggling with its existential crisis not from external forces, it is because of the contradiction and internal problems," Tanwar further said.

15-member NC delegation to meet Farooq, Omar Abdullah tomorrow, says party leader

Jammu (JandK), Oct 05 (ANI): National Conference (NC) leader Devender Rana said that Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik has granted permission to party's 15-member delegation to meet top leaders - Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah - who are currently under house arrest in Srinagar. "We have got the confirmation that a delegation will be allowed to meet Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah. A 15-member delegation of NC leaders, all of them former legislators, is going to Srinagar tomorrow morning," said Rana. The centre's decision to put leaders inside the house had come when it was about to strike off the special status of Jammu and Kashmir and split the state into two union territories on Aug 05.

Not registered any case: Govt on FIR against 49 celebrities who wrote to PM on 'mob lynching'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 05 (ANI): Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Prakash Javadekar, clarified that the government has no role to play in the FIR against 49 celebrities who had wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi against 'growing' mob violence. "Government has not registered any case," Javadekar said in Lucknow where he held a press conference. The letter raised the concern of increasing cases of mob lynching in the country. Recently, an FIR has registered against those 49 celebrities for 'tarnishing the image of the country and undermining the impressive performance of the prime minister.

Bihar floods: Patna continues to suffer as flooded roads become new normal in city

Patna (Bihar), Oct 05 (ANI): Patna braced for another day of hardships as roads in the city remained waterlogged. Heavy rainfall and waterlogged roads in Patna and its nearby regions have troubled the locals for last many days. Chemicals are being sprayed in flood water by Patna Municipal Corporation in the city. At least 73 people have died in rain-related incidents in the state.

BSF conducts awareness program about drones in Jammu's border villages

Jammu (JandK), Oct 05 (ANI): Border Security Force has initiated an awareness program about drones among villagers who reside in border areas of Jammu. Security forces also visited several schools to make students aware about the drill when they notice drones in their locality. The program has been initiated after drones were seen in border areas of Punjab. It was reported that Pakistan used drones to drop arms and ammunition and spy on Indian side of the border. "This will be helpful for us as now if any drones come from Pakistan border, we can directly inform BSF," a local said.

Aarey protest: 29 people arrested under various sections of IPC

Mumbai, Oct 05 (ANI): At least 29 people have been arrested so far in Aarey protest case. They are arrested under various sections of IPC for disturbing public order and obstructing government officials from performing their duties. Also, an activist was seen hugging a tree at the entry into Aarey Colony where Section 144 has been imposed. Meanwhile, felling of trees is underway at Aarey Colony. Bombay HC dismissed all petitions against BMC decision which allowed felling of over 2700 trees for the construction of a metro car shed.

Development and environment protection should go together: Javadekar on Aarey protests

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 05 (ANI): Union Minister of Environment, Prakash Javadekar supported the proposed metro shed in Aarey forest area and said that development and environment protection should be go together. He said, "Bombay High Court has ruled that it's not a forest. When the first Delhi metro station was to be constructed, 20-25 trees were to be cut, people had protested then too, but for each tree cut, five trees were planted. In Delhi, 271 metro stations have been made and tree cover has also increased. This is the mantra of development and protecting the environment. Both should go together." People are protesting against the felling of 2700 trees of Aarey Forest in Mumbai.

Glad to inaugurate 3 more bilateral projects between Indo-Bangladesh: PM Modi

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina inaugurated 3 more bilateral projects between both the countries on October 05 in Delhi. While addressing the event, PM Modi said, "I am glad that I got an opportunity to inaugurate 3 more bilateral projects between India and Bangladesh today. In one year, we have inaugurated total 12 joint projects." Sheikh Hasina is on her 4-day visit to India.

PM Modi, Sheikh Hasina witness exchange of agreements between India, Bangladesh

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina and Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed exchange of agreements between both the countries on October 05 in Delhi. They also inaugurated several bilateral projects. Bangladeshi PM is on her 4-day visit to India.

Durga Puja: Devotees offer prayers on 'Maha Saptami' in Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal), Oct 05 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations run parallel with Navratri, a Hindu festival where nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. The festival celebrates Goddess Durga's triumph over 'Asura'. Prayers were being offered by devotees on 'Maha Saptami Puja' at Padatik Club in West Bengal's Kolkata on October 05. For Durga Puja celebrations, huge pandals with idols of Goddess Durga are set-up and devotees come in large numbers to offer prayers to the goddess. 'Maha Ashtami' is the most important day of Durga Puja festival. The day begins with 'pushpanjali' and 'aarti' in Durga Puja pandals.

BJP's Nalin Kohli urges Aarey protestors to not indulge in any 'untoward incident'

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): BJP's Nalin Kohli appealed for no untoward incidents in Aarey's matter. "People do have a right to have a point of view to protest on it on a peaceful manner but it should lead to untoward incidents that would not be in the interest of all." he further said. Earlier, Several people gathered at Mumbai's Aarey Forest to protest against the felling of trees on October 05. Bombay High Court has dismissed all petitions against Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) decision which allowed felling of more than 2700 trees there, for metro car shed. Tree felling started at Aarey after Bombay HC throws out Public Interest Litigations (PILs).

Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina meets PM Narendra Modi in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 05 in Delhi. Sheikh Hasina is on her 4-day visit to India. She is here to strengthen bilateral ties between both the countries. Modi and Hasina had previously met each other on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly in New York last month.

Aarey Forest protest: Police detains Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi

Mumbai, Oct 05 (ANI): After the Bombay High Court has dismissed all petitions against Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) decision which allowed felling of more than 2700 trees there, for metro car shed, Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi was detained by police following protests in Aarey Forest. Meanwhile, the entry into forest from Marol Maroshi Road has been restricted after Section 144 was imposed in the affected area in Mumbai. Section 144 is imposed after several people were gathered at Aarey Forest to protest against felling of trees. Trees felling started at Aarey after Bombay HC throws out Public Interest Litigations (PILs).

Venkaiah Naidu meets HP's Governor Bandaru Dattatreya in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu met Himachal Pradesh Governor, Bandaru Dattatreya on October 05 in Delhi. Dattatreya gifted 'shawl' to Vice President Naidu. Bandaru Dattatreya was sworn-in as HP's Governor on September 11.

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina meets EAM S Jaishankar

New Delhi, Oct 05 (ANI): Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina met Union Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on October 05. Sheikh Hasina is on her 4-day visit to India. She is here to strengthen bilateral ties between both the countries. This is her first visit to India after completion of elections in Bangladesh and India.

Section 144 imposed near metro-rail project site in Aarey Forest

Mumbai, Oct 05 (ANI): Entry into Aarey from Marol Maroshi Road restricted after Section 144 has been imposed in the area in Mumbai. Section 144 imposed after several people gathered at Aarey Forest to protest against felling of trees. Bombay High Court dismissed all petitions against BMC decision which allowed felling of over 2700 trees for metro car shed.

TSRTC employees' indefinite strike commences over several demands

Hyderabad, Oct 05 (ANI): The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) employees went on indefinite strike in Hyderabad on October 05. Their protest is over demand for the merger of TSRTC with the government. Around 54, 000 TSRTC employees are doing indefinite strike from today. The development comes after talks between the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of TSRTC employees and a government panel for third successive day yielded no results. Nearly 10 employee unions comprising TSRTC Staff and Workers Federation, RTC Telangana Mazdoor Union (TMU), TSRTC National Mazdoor Union and TSRTC Employees Union have decided to observe the strike. The unions claim to represent nearly one lakh employees, half of which work on a contract basis.

People wear PM Modi masks while performing garba in Gujarat's Surat

Surat (Gujarat), Oct 05 (ANI): Several people were seen playing garba wearing masks of Prime Minister Narendra Modi while celebrating the Navratri festival in Gujarat's Surat on October 04. People from all walks of life were seen in colourful outfits and donning Modi masks while grooving to the musical beats. This year, the Navratri festival is being celebrated with amusing themes including performing garba on roller skates by children, women wearing helmets and body paint tattoos are also in fashion. Youngsters here are aligning tradition with some edgy designs, and to make things better, they are all based on relevant social issues. Apart from visiting the temple, worshipping goddess Durga and observing fast, garba is also the part of the nine-day Navratri festival.

Paintings of 80-year-old tribal woman showcased at exhibition in Italy

Umaria (Madhya Pradesh), Oct 05 (ANI): The paintings made by an 80-year-old tribal woman are now being showcased at the ongoing exhibition in Italy. Paintings of Jodhaiya Bai Baiga are showcased at Milan which is global capital of fashion and design. She hails from Umaria district's Lorha village in Madhya Pradesh. While speaking to ANI, Jodhaiya Bai's teacher Ashish Swami said, "She has to achieve many more milestones now." "It is a little late, but better late than never. She has been coming to our centre since 2008. She now has to achieve many more milestones." "Tribal women like her have started displaying their talent only now," he added.