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Arif Mohammad Khan appointed as Governor of Kerala

New Delhi, Sep 01 (ANI): Former Cabinet Minister Arif Mohammad Khan was appointed as the Governor of Kerala on September 01. While speaking to ANI, he said, "It's an opportunity to serve. Fortunate to be born in a country like India which is so vast and so rich in diversity. It's a great opportunity for me to know this part of India, which forms boundary of India and is called god's own country."

9 visually challenged persons designed 'Largest Jute Bag' in Coimbatore

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Sep 01 (ANI): With an attempt to create awareness say no to plastic, here in Coimbatore a group of nine visually challenged persons along with transgender and college students had designed a largest jute bag with 66 feet height and 33 feet width in 5 hours. The group also attempted Guinness World record for the 'Largest Jute Bag'.

Govt should reach out to all sane voices to steer our economy: Manmohan Singh

New Delhi, Sep 01 (ANI): Commenting on India's economic slowdown former prime minister Manmohan Singh said, "India cannot afford to continue down this path. Therefore, I urge the government to put aside vendetta politics and reach out to all sane voices and thinking minds to steer our economy out of this man-made crisis."

All round mismanagement of Modi govt responsible for worrisome economy: Manmohan Singh

New Delhi, Sep 01 (ANI): Commenting on India's economic slowdown former prime minister Manmohan Singh said, "The state of economy today is deeply worrying. The last quarter's GDP growth rate of 5% signals that were in midst of a prolonged slowdown. India has potential to grow at a much faster rate but all round mismanagement by Modi government has resulted in this slowdown. It is particularly distressing that the manufacturing sector's growth is tottering at 0.6%. This makes it very clear that our economy has not yet recovered from the man-made blunders of demonetisation and a hastily implemented GST."

Digvijaya Singh alleged that Bajrang Dal, BJP is taking money from ISI

Bhind (MP), Sep 01 (ANI): While speaking to medianpersons, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh alleged that Bajrang Dal and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are taking money from ISI. "Bajrang Dal, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is taking money from ISI (Inter-Services Intelligence). Attention should be paid to this. Non-Muslims are spying for Pakistan's ISI more than Muslims. This should be understood."

Class 9 student from Mahasamund to watch Chandrayaan-2 landing with PM Modi

Mahasamund (Chhattisgarh), Sep 01 (ANI): Srijal Chandrakar, a class 9 student of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Mahasamund, has made her state proud as she is among the 60 students selected from all over the country who, after having won a space quiz, will get an opportunity to watch the landing of Chandrayaan-2 on the surface of the moon along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While speaking to ANI, Srijal said that as soon as she got to know about the space quiz she started preparing for the same with complete dedication. "It is a very big opportunity for me, and I thank my parents and my teachers for preparing me for this. I had never thought it would ever be possible for me to meet the Prime Minister,"

Ind Vs WI: I'm happy that I could get my first hundred on tough conditions, says Hanuma Vihari

Jamaica, Sep 01 (ANI): Indian batsman Hanuma vihari scored a maiden ton in the second test against West Indies. While speaking to mediapersons on his achievement he said, "I am really happy that I could get my first hundred on those conditions it gives me lot of satisfaction. "I was patient they have bowled really well after lunch we have to give credit to the bowlers. Even though we have scored 400 but that doesn't show the way they have bowled. It was a challenging condition."

Aligarh woman given instant triple talaq

Aligarh (UP), Sep 01 (ANI): A woman from Aligarh district claimed she was given triple talaq by her husband in drunken mode. She also claimed that they used to constantly argue over him not working and drinking alcohol regularly. While speaking to mediapersons, Aligarh SP Crime, Arvind Kumar said, "matter will be investigated and action will be taken under relevant law"

Mortars recovered from village in Agra district

Agra (UP), Sep 01 (ANI): The discovery of two mortars in Mandi Gud village, which comes under the Fatehpur Sikri police station, created panic in the area on Saturday. The police arrived on the spot and transferred the mortars to a lab for further investigation. While speaking to ANI, Superintendent of Police (West Zone) Ravi Kumar said, "Two mortars were found on Saturday in the Fatehpur Sikri police station area. However, they turned out to be dummies. Although they are not active but we request people not to tamper with such objects whenever they are found, Kumar added that Agra and nearby regions had seen troop movements during the Second World War and therefore such discoveries are possible in the future too."

Smartphone radiation doesn't have negative health effects, says study

New Delhi, Sep 01 (ANI): A lot has been said about the radiation caused by smartphone and as 5G is being rolled out across the world, concerns about the negative effects of technology are also on the rise. A study published in the New Zealand Medical Journal notes that any potentially harmful biological effects are more commonly seen in low-quality scientific studies, Cnet reports. The researchers argue that many of the studies indicating the effect of radiofrequency (RF) radiation going beyond heating of human tissue are of low quality but get published because they are interesting. They further argue that these studies lack the consistency in terms of their results and anti-5G sentiment without scientific evidence would do more harm than good.

67-year-old completes motorbike expedition from Thiruvananthapuram to Ladakh

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Sep 01 (ANI): A 67-year-old wild life photographer has completed motorbike journey from Thiruvananthapuram to Ladakh. He returned to his city Thiruvananthapuram on August 31. A retired engineer, P Madhusoodanan started his journey on August 7. Adventurer endured challenging environments during his expedition. This was Madhusoodanan's second motorbike expedition. He earlier went on a motorbike journey from Kanyakumari to Kashmir. Speaking to ANI, Madhusoodanan said, "this time I went to Ladakh. This is my second long distance expedition. First time, in 2012, I went for Kanyakumari-Kashmir expedition.

Ganesh Chaturthi: Sale of Ganesha idols picks pace ahead of festival

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh), Sep 01 (ANI): Ganesha idols are selling like hot cakes ahead of grand festival of Ganesha Chaturthi. Different varieties of Ganesha idols are being bought for houses as well pandals. Adorned in beautiful bright colours, these Ganesha idols are feast for eyes. There are idols are elephant god with parents Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Prayers will be offered to lord Ganesha and Visarjan program will follow after festivities conclude.

This 'fast and feast' technique may help you shed some extra kilos

New Delhi, Sep 01 (ANI): In a recent study it has been found that alternate days of fasting and feasting is a much simpler approach to lose weight rather than binging on a low-calorie diet.The study was published in the journal, 'Cell Metabolism'. The process of eating and fasting the alternate days is called alternate-day fasting (ADF). In just one of the trial of the ADF diet, study volunteers lost more than seven pounds. Even though the people were allowed to eat 30 per cent more on the days they were allowed to eat more, the weight loss was successful. Even with some amount of extra food on feast days, the study volunteers still consumed fewer calories overall because of their fasting days, the researchers explained. Intermittent-fasting diets have received a lot of attention over the past few years. A number of Hollywood's A-listers like Beyonce and Jimmy Kimmel are rumoured to use the technique to shell out extra kilos. In addition to weight loss, the group also saw healthy chan

Doctors stitch wounds in phone's flashlight in absence of electricity in UP's Firozabad

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh), Sep 01 (ANI): In another case of medical apathy, a road accident victim was given first aid under cell phone's flashlight. In absence of electricity, doctors stitched up the wounds of accident victim with help of phone's flashlight. The incident took place at District Combined Hospital in UP's Firozabad. Duty in-charge Dr. Abhishek said, "There is no electricity which is causing problems. We will inform CMS about the matter."

Specially-abled children celebrate Onam in Kerala's Kochi

Kochi (Kerala), Sep 01 (ANI): Specially-abled children participated in Onam celebration in Kerala's Kochi. The programme was hosted by Centre for Empowerment and Enrichment. Children were seen making Pookkalam which means making designs at entrance with flowers. They also dressed up in fancy costumes. CEFEE chairperson, PA Mary Anitha said, "This is a heartthrob moment for all of us. This is the moment to bring differently-abled to lime-light."

Elephant herd creates havoc in Odisha's Mayurbhanj

Mayurbhanj (Odisha), Sep 01 (ANI): A herd of elephants is creating havoc in Khaparapada village of Odisha's Mayurbhanj. These elephants have migrated from Jharkhand over a month ago. Jumbos have destroyed many acres of paddy crops in the area. Locals allege that forest department has not been able restrict tuskers from entering residential areas. The area falls under Karanjia forest range.

Hyderabad Municipal Corporation killed 150 stray dogs, allege activists

Hyderabad, Sep 01 (ANI): Two Hyderabad-based activists alleged that GHMC (Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation) poisoned 150 dogs in Nagole area of Telangana. They also stated that the dead bodies of animals were disposed in the dump yard which is behind Auto Nagar. It has also been alleged that some of the dogs were buried alive in the outskirts of the city. The two activists requested the government to look into the matter and take appropriate action. Speaking to ANI, Gouri Vandana, "I put a sincere request to the Government of Telangana that this is not the solution to get rid of the voiceless. On Friday 150 dogs were poisoned in Nagol, Hyderabad, and dumped in the dump yard which is behind Autonagar. Another animal activist, Payal Kurrana said, "On Friday we got the information that the GHMC has killed the Stray Dogs and Puppies and also some dogs were buried alive in the outskirts of the city, the GHMC has buried 150 dogs till day. The concerned Department and the City Mayor in

CM Naveen Patnaik felicitates Arjuna awardee para-shuttler Pramod Bhagat

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Sep 01 (ANI): Para-shuttler Pramod Bhagat was felicitated by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, earlier on August 31. CM also presented Bhagat with a cheque of Rs 30.95 lakh. Bhagat had received Arjuna Award from President Ram Nath Kovind on 29 August.

Jewellery shop owner attacked by neighbour in UP's Muzaffarnagar, 3 arrested

Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh), Sep 01 (ANI): A jewellery shop owner was attacked by his neighbour and his two sons in Civil Line area of Muzaffarnagar, yesterday. Three people have been injured in the incident. RB Chaurasia, SP (Crime), Muzaffarnagar said, "The jewellers were attacked by their neighbour and his two sons. All three of them have been arrested and a case has been registered. Three people have been injured in the incident and are undergoing treatment at a hospital. Further probe is on."

Alia Bhatt, Aditya Roy Kapur seen outside Vishesh Films office in Mumbai

Mumbai, Aug 31 (ANI): Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt was seen outside office of Vishesh Films in Mumbai on August 30. She was wearing sky blue shade ankle length dress with white canvas shoes. Meanwhile, actor Aditya Roy Kapur was also spotted outside office of Vishesh Films. He was seen wearing blue denims with black cap and cool frames. Alia will be next seen in the upcoming films 'Brahmastra' and 'Sadak 2' while, Aditya will be seen in films 'Malang 2' and 'Sadak 2'.