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Russia prefers more dialogue between India-Pak over abrogation of Article 370

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): On being asked about Russia's stand over the abrogation of Article 370, Russian Ambassador to India, Roman Babushkin said, "Decision by the Indian government belongs to bilateral dimension. We would prefer more dialogue between the two countries (India and Pakistan). Both will hear the Shimla agreement and Lahore declaration".

Before J-K, visit WB and Kerala where innocents are being killed: Ravinder Raina tells Sitaram Yechury

Jammu, Aug 28 (ANI): After the Supreme Court allowed Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury to visit Jammu and Kashmir (J-K), state BJP president Ravinder Raina urged the Left leader to first visit West Bengal and Kerala to see situation in both the states where, Raina claimed that innocent people were dying. Speaking on the controversy around Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who was quoted by Pakistan in their letter to United Nations over abrogation of Article 370 from J-K, Raina said Opposition leaders like Gandhi and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury were speaking the language of Pakistan and ISI.

Pakistan trying to execute its nefarious agenda through Rahul Gandhi's statement: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): After Congress leader Rahul Gandhi came under fire for being mentioned in Pakistan's letter to United Nations over abrogation of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir (JandK), senior party leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said Pakistan is trying to execute its nefarious agenda through former Congress president's statement, and cautioned ruling BJP to not get trapped in the propaganda of Pakistan. Chowdhury also urged BJP to not politicise the matter, and weaken India's position just to criticise Rahul.

Don't want others to interfere in our internal affairs as Kashmir is integral part of India: Venkaiah Naidu

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Aug 28 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam on August 28, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said, "One of our neighbours is aiding, funding and training terrorists continuously, without realising the damage they are doing to the humanity and also the damage they are going to inflict on themselves in the coming future, they should understand that." "We don't want to interfere in anybody's internal affairs. But, we don't want others also to interfere in our internal affairs by talking about Kashmir. Kashmir is an integral part of India," VP Naidu added.

Bengaluru's civic body goes tough on single-use plastic, says even consumers will be fined

Bengaluru, Aug 28 (ANI): Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the civic administration body of Karnataka capital, will intensify its effort in implementing the state-wide ban on single-use plastic, and besides small and big manufacturers, it will even penalise users for using single-use plastic. "In 2016, there was a statewide ban on single-use plastic by state government which is applicable to BBMP limits also. Implementation has not been in top gear," BBMP's Special Commissioner D Randeep said. "Now, we are ensuring that any user of plastic, be it domestic or big eateries or manufacturers, all this should completely cease. Even the user will be fined," he added.

13 people injured in acid attack in Bihar's Vaishali, 5 arrested

Vaishali (Bihar), Aug 28 (ANI): 13 people including 3 women attacked with acid in Bihar's Vaishali on August 28. The attack happened after a fight erupted between two groups in Daudnagar. Police have arrested 5 people in this matter. Further probe is underway. While speaking to ANI, one of the police officials said, "People of one group attacked the other with acid. The injured are being treated at a local hospital. 5 people arrested and probe is underway."

Watch: Ramesh Pokhriyal gives classic example of 'Rama Setu' to budding engineers of IIT Kharagpur

Kharagpur (WB), Aug 28 (ANI): Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal attended the 65th convocation of IIT Kharagpur, where he addressed the engineering students. He gave the classic example of 'Rama Setu' to the budding engineers. He said, "When we talk about Rama Setu, was it built by engineers from US, Britain

'Will make efforts to perform well in Olympics': Wrestler Pooja Dhanda on receiving Arjuna Award

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Indian wrestler Pooja Dhanda is all set to receive the Arjuna Award on August 29. The accolade is an honour bestowed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in order to recognise the achievement of athletes. While speaking to ANI, Pooja Dhanda said, "It is dream of every player to receive Arjuna Award. When we perform extraordinarily then nation give us something in return and Arjuna Award is one such reward. It is a huge responsibility and by respecting this we have to win many more medals for the country." "Day after day, the competition is getting high and accordingly, we are doing our preparations. Indian wrestling is doing better now and we will make efforts to perform well in the coming Olympics," she added.

If anyone tries to attack us, will give them a befitting reply: M Venkaiah Naidu

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Aug 28 (ANI): While addressing a public gathering in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam on August 28, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said, "One of our neighbours is aiding, funding and training terrorists continuously, without realising the damage they are doing to the humanity and also the damage they are going to inflict on themselves in the coming future, they should understand that." "We don't want to interfere in anybody's internal affairs. But, we don't want others also to interfere in our internal affairs by talking about Kashmir. Kashmir is an integral part of India," VP Naidu added.

Hansraj Ahir slams Rahul Gandhi, says he speaks Pak's language

Patna (Bihar), Aug 28 (ANI): Former Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Hansraj Ahir on August 28 lambasted at Congress former president Rahul Gandhi over his stand on Jammu and Kashmir situation. He said that the language that Rahul speaks is the same language that Pakistan speaks. He added that Gandhi can't oppose everything just because he is in Opposition party.

Protest held by Gujjar community in Jammu over killings of 2 members of their community

Jammu, Aug 28 (ANI): Gujjar community held a protest in Jammu on August 28 over the heinous killing of two members of their community. Both the members were abducted from a forested area of Tral in Pulwama district. This is the first militant attack after the BJP-led NDA government abrogated provisions of Article 370 and announced bifurcation of the state into union territories on August 5.

Opening of schools, universities will be done in a phased manner: Advisor to JandK Governor

Jammu, Aug 28 (ANI): Advisor to the Jammu and Kashmir Governor, K Vijay Kumar on August 28 briefed the mediapersons about the current situation of the Valley after the abrogation of article 370 of the Indian Constitution. He said that administration is gradually opening up the schools in Jammu and Kashmir, the situation is different and administration is taking measures according to the situation. The advisor to JandK Governor also informed that the communication channels will be ultimately lifted but he didn't shared by when. Jammu and Kashmir is under high security after abrogation of Article 370, which gave special status to the Valley.

SC allows Sitaram Yechury to visit JandK to meet his party leader Yusuf Tarigami

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Supreme Court allowed Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury to visit Jammu and Kashmir and meet his party leader and former MLA, Yousuf Tarigami. Though, SC has asked Yechury to not to indulge in any kind of political activity over there. On speaking about the permission from SC, Yechury said, "I am going there tomorrow to meet Yusuf Tarigami in Kashmir."

Maharashtra MLAs protest over denial of their entry in cabinet meeting

Mumbai, Aug 28 (ANI): Maharashtra MLAs staged protest outside government's guest house in Mumbai on August 28. They held the protest over denial of their entry in the cabinet meeting. Police came in to calm down the rebel MLAs. This happened for the first time that MLAs have been denied this way from Maharashtra Assembly.

Naqvi slams Rahul Gandhi after Pakistan quotes Rahul's name in its letter to UN over Kashmir

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): On being asked about the Pakistan's letter to UN over Rahul Gandhi's statement, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on August 28 said, "His foolish behaviour is a threat for Congress. We are always united for the interest of the country. It has never happened that parties are moving on different tangents for the betterment of the country. Rahul's statement is unfortunate." This comes after Pakistani Minister for Human Rights, Shireen Mazari, on Tuesday said she has written a letter to 18 UN Special Procedures mandate on Kashmir issue. In her letter, Mazari has claimed that Rahul has noted that people are dying in Jammu and Kashmir.

India-Pak issues should be resolved through Shimla agreement and Lahore declaration: Russian Envoy

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): On being asked about Russia's stand over the abrogation of Article 370, Russian Ambassador to India, Nikolay Kudashev said, "This is the sovereign decision of Indian government, it's an internal matter of India. All issues existing between India and Pakistan should be resolved through dialogue on the basis of Shimla agreement and Lahore declaration."

Rahul Gandhi interacts with flood-affected people at Bavali village in Wayanad

Wayanad (Kerala), Aug 28 (ANI): Congress MP Rahul Gandhi interacted with flood-affected people from his constituency at Bavali village in Wayanad on August 28. He was accompanied by KC Venugopal. He reviewed the relief measures in the flood-ravaged district.

Police, Forensic Science University will be set up at national level: Amit Shah

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): While addressing the 49th Foundation Day of BPRandD in Delhi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that Police University and Forensic Science University will be set up at the national level. There will be colleges affiliated to it in every state. "There will be colleges affiliated to it in every state. Bureau of Police Research and Development has sent a draft regarding this, it'll be placed before the cabinet soon," he added.

This isn't an era of 3rd degree, we need to use scientific methods for investigation: Amit Shah

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the 49th Foundation Day of Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR and D) on August 28 in Delhi. While addressing at the event, Shah said, "This isn't era of 3rd degree, we need to use scientific methods for investigation. I told PM to think about National Modus Operandi Bureau to study methods of crime and criminal mentality." Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy was also present at the event.

Pakistan sends terrorists to ferment trouble in Kashmir: Kapil Sibal

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): On being asked about Pakistan continuous interference in Kashmir issue, Congress leader Kapil Sibal said, "Pakistan sends terrorists to ferment trouble in Kashmir. Today, Pakistan also felt that they have no choice left so in desperation Pakistan and Imran Khan saying all these things. I feel that it's a concerned issue, so government should tackle it with seriousness and should be alerted all the time as Pakistan will surely do something to make things worse in Jammu and Kashmir."