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Rahul Gandhi participates in 'Gandhi Sandesh Yatra' in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi participated in 'Gandhi Sandesh Yatra' in the national capital on October 02. This yatra was organised on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary. Earlier, he arrived at the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee to attend an event. All India Mahila Congress president Sushmita Dev was also present during the yatra. Fondly remembered as the 'Father of the Nation', Mahatma Gandhi is known to have inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe. Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on October 2 is celebrated worldwide as the 'International Day of Non-violence'. People across nation are celebrating Gandhi Jayatnti.

PM Modi, politicos pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri at Parliament

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Parliament in Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla were also paid the tribute. Other major leaders such as LK Advani, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were also present. These politicos also paid tribute to Lal Bahadur Shashtri on his birth anniversary. The whole nation is celebrating 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and 115th birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri with great fervour.

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off 'Fit India Plog Run' in Delhi

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Union Minister of Sports Kiren Rijiju flagged off 'Fit India Plog Run' from Indira Gandhi stadium in Delhi on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. The campaign is about collecting trash while jogging. BJP Delhi chief Manoj Tiwari and wrestler-turned-politician Bajrang Punia also joined the event. 'Fit India Plog Run' was kicked off across 50 cities as a step towards India's commitment to eliminate single-use plastic.

Bihar Floods: Death toll mounts to 42

Patna (Bihar), Oct 02 (ANI): Principal Secretary of Disaster Management Department of Bihar, Pratyaya Amrit informed that death toll in Bihar floods has risen to 42. "Ganga River is on rise in Bhagalpur. Kahalgaon belt has been affected badly, NDRF teams have been stationed there. Relief camps and community kitchen have also been set up. 42 deaths have been reported so far." Many parts of Bihar including capital Patna are battling flood situation, which have thrown normal life out of gear.

Gandhi Jayanti: Former cricketers participate in 'Wild Life Week' in Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Karnataka), Oct 02 (ANI): Former Indian cricketers Javagal Srinath, Roger Binny, and Syed Kirmani participated in 'Wild Life Week' in Karnataka's Bengaluru on October 02. Wild life awareness program has been organised by the forest department. The event took place at Cubbon Park in Bengaluru. The awareness program was conducted on large scale on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.

Gandhi Jayanti: Bapu's Satyagraha movement brought British to their knees, says Amit Shah

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering during the 'Gandhi Sankalp Yatra' in the national capital on October 02, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "Gandhi ji's satyagraha movement brought the British to their knees. He showed the path of truth and non violence to the entire world." He addressed the gathering on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary. Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on October 2 is celebrated worldwide as the 'International Day of Non-violence'.

Minister Nitin Gadkari launches cow dung soaps, bamboo bottles

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Nitin Gadkari launched a special sales campaign of Khadi and Village Industries Commission in Delhi on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti. He launched cow dung soaps and bamboo bottles. Gadkari also launched low-priced sanitary napkins. Speaking on the occasion, Gadkari said that khadi and village industries were very close to Gandhiji's heart. He also said that Gandhian economics emphasises on maximum production with the involvement of maximum number of people and the government was sincerely working towards fulfilling his dreams.

ISRO scientist found dead at his residence in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Oct 02 (ANI): A scientist working at National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was found dead at his residence in Hyderabad on October 01. The incident took place in Ameerpet area of Hyderabad. SR Suresh Kumar's body was shifted to Osmania hospital for post mortem. Further investigation is underway in the case.

President Kovind, VP Naidu pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): The President of India Ram Nath Kovind and Vice President of India M Venkaiah Naidu paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in the national capital on October 02. Today marks 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. President and Vice President also paid tribute to 2nd prime minister of India Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat. Freedom fighter Shastri was a follower of MK Gandhi also shares birth anniversary with him.

Politicos pay floral tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): The interim president of Congress Sonia Gandhi and former prime minister of India Dr Manmohan Singh paid tribute to India's 2nd prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat in Delhi on October 2. They paid him tribute on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla and former vice president Hamid Ansari also paid tribute to Shastri at Vijay Ghat. Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) veteran leader Lal Krishna Advani also paid homage to Shastri. Freedom fighter Shastri was also a follower of MK Gandhi.

Gandhi Jayanti: Manmohan Singh, LK Advani pay floral tribute to 'Bapu' at Raj Ghat

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): The former prime minister of India Dr Manmohan Singh and Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in the national capital on October 02. They paid him tribute on the occasion of Bapu's 150th birth anniversary. Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) veteran leader Lal Krishna Advani also paid floral tribute to 'Bapu' at Raj Ghat. Fondly remembered as the 'Father of the Nation', Mahatma Gandhi is known to have inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe. Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on October 2 is celebrated worldwide as the 'International Day of Non-violence'. People across nation will celebrate birth anniversary of 'Bapu' today.

Gandhi Jayanti: Sonia Gandhi, JP Nadda pay floral tribute to 'Bapu' at Raj Ghat

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): The interim president of Congress Sonia Gandhi and Union Railways Minister Piyush Goyal paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in the national capital on October 02. They paid him tribute on the occasion of Bapu's 150th birth anniversary. Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Working President JP Nadda and Lieutenant Governor (L-G) of Delhi Anil Baijal also paid floral tribute to 'Bapu' at Raj Ghat. Fondly remembered as the 'Father of the Nation', Mahatma Gandhi is known to have inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe. Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on October 2 is celebrated worldwide as the 'International Day of Non-violence'. People across nation will celebrate birth anniversary of 'Bapu' today.

Himachal launches policy to buy-back non recyclable, single-use plastic waste

Shimla (HP), Oct 02 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh government on Tuesday launched a policy to promote buy-back of the non-recyclable and single-use plastic waste from the rag pickers and households. The new policy will be effective from October 2. Department of Environment, Science and Technology, Urban Development, Public Works, Rural Development, State Pollution Control Board and Cement Companies will make coordinated efforts for effective implementation of this buy-back policy initiated by the government. Minimum support price of Rs 75 per kilogram will be provided for its collection and deposit in the collection centres.

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversary

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his150th birth anniversary. Mahatma Gandhi is fondly remembered as the 'Father of the Nation' and he is known to have inspired several movements for civil rights and freedom across the globe. Bapu's birthday on October 2 is celebrated worldwide as the 'International Day of Non-violence'. People across nation will celebrate birth anniversary of 'Bapu' today. PM Modi also paid floral tribute to India's 2nd prime minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat in Delhi. Freedom fighter Shastri was also a follower of MK Gandhi.

Restaurants in Thiruvananthapuram serving food on banana leaves as alternative to plastic plates

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Oct 02 (ANI): Several restaurants in Thiruvananthapuram have found a way to ditch single use plastic. They are opting for traditional method of serving food on banana leaves. For take-away also, restaurants are packaging food in leaves. Restaurateurs have taken the initiative ahead of Government's plan to ban single use plastic.

Patna flood: CM Nitish Kumar visits affected areas

Patna (Bihar), Oct 02 (ANI): As flood situation continues to prevail in Bihar's capital, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited affected areas on Oct 01. After visiting the areas, CM Nitish Kumar said that Government is on its toes to provide relief. "Relief work is underway. Several arrangements are being made for pumping out the flood water," said CM Nitish. Bihar CM also lost his cool media personnel asking them to raise awareness. Over 20 people have died due to floods in Bihar.

Sleep and college grades go hand in hand

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Sleep and grades go hand in hand. Yes, researchers in a new study have found a strong relationship between a student's grades and their sleep time. What time students go to bed and the consistency of their sleep habits also make a big difference. It also states that getting a good night's sleep just before a big test is not enough -- it takes several nights in a row of good sleep to make a difference, according to the study published in the journal 'Science of Learning'. Researchers incorporated 100 students in an MIT engineering class who were given Fitbits, in exchange for the researchers' access to a semester's worth of their activity data. Researchers were also trying to find a correlation between physical exercise and the academic performance of students. In addition to having 100 of the students wear Fitbits for the semester, they also enrolled about one-fourth of them in an intense fitness class. There wasn't any relation. Those without the fitness class

Goa Police's coastal unit gets all-terrain vehicles

Panaji (Goa), Oct 02 (ANI): Two all-terrain vehicles have been inducted in Goa Police. Goa Chief Minister flagged off two ATVs at Goa's Miramar beach. ATVs are expected to boost police's capability in patrolling beach stretches. More vehicles are expected to be inducted to enable police personnel get access to sandy terrain along state's coastline. Vehicles have been gifted by Goa Shipyard Ltd under CSR initiative.

GoPro launches Hero 8 Black for vloggers

New Delhi, Oct 02 (ANI): Aimed at the new-age vloggers, GoPro has officially announced its Hero 8 Black action camera. The GoPro Hero 8 Black can record 4K at up to 60fps. One of the major highlights is that it comes with optional 'Mods' for enhanced output. As The Verge reports, these Mods include a high-quality microphone, a small LED light, and a flip-up display. The Hero 8 Black costs USD 399, while the Display Mod which is a 1.9-inch screen costs USD 79, and the Media Mod that contains a small microphone and ports built-in for attaching accessories, costs USD 79.

Exhibitions organised across India to mark Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary

Hyderabad, Bhubaneswar, Vijayawada (ANI): Exhibitions were organised across India to mark 150th birth anniversary of father of the nation. Special exhibition was organised in Hyderabad to give people insight to Baapu's life. Rare photos of Mahatma Gandhi were put up on display in Bhubaneswar. Pictures of several sculptures of freedom fighters were showcased in Vijayawada. People across country will celebrate his birth anniversary today.