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Third lunar bound orbit maneuver for Chandrayaan-2 performed successfully: ISRO

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): The third lunar bound orbit maneuver for Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft was performed successfully on Wednesday using the onboard propulsion system, ISRO stated. The lunar bound orbit maneuver began at 9:04 hrs (India Standard Time). The orbit achieved is 179 km x 1412 km, ISRO added. The space agency stated that all spacecraft parameters are normal and the next lunar bound orbit maneuver is scheduled on August 30 between 6-7 pm. Chandrayaan-2 will explore a region of the moon where no mission has ever set foot. The spacecraft consists of an orbiter, a lander, and a rover together referred to as "composite body". ISRO chief K Sivan had on August 20 announced Chandrayaan-2's successful completion of lunar orbit insertion while stating that the mission would carry out a soft landing on the moon on September 7. The spacecraft will be the first Indian expedition to attempt a soft landing on the lunar surface. This mission will make India the fourth country after the US,

Govt has no money to rapidly increase GDP growth: Kapil Sibal on RBI's fund transfer to govt

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Congress has recently accused Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for taking money from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to which FM Sitharaman also back-lashed Rahul Gandhi over 'stealing'. Congress leader Kapil Sibal spoke to ANI on this matter and said, "First of all, it is very crucial matter and the question is why the government and Finance Minister had to take Rs 1, 76,000 from RBI. The reality is that country's GDP growth is slowing down. Finance Minister used to say that our tax base has broadened, so it is clear that tax returns have increased but money is not coming to the government in terms of direct taxes or GST. People are not getting jobs, which are creating resentment among them. Government has no money to rapidly increase our GDP growth. The economic condition of the country is not in a good condition."

Amit Shah attends 49th Foundation Day of BPR and D as chief guest

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). Shah was the chief guest at the event. Shah lighted a lamp to inaugurate the event. Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy was also present at the event.

Special expo organised to promote local handloom products

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Aug 28 (ANI): In a bid to provide promotional and marketing support to weavers of Odisha, a special handloom expo of local handloom products was inaugurated by Chief Secretary Asit Tripathy on Tuesday. As many as 30 leading Primary Weavers' Cooperative Societies (PWCS) of the state are participating in the expo. Textile department Director Jyoti Prakash Das said that the expo was the part of state government's regular exercise for facilitating sustainable livelihood to the weavers by providing a common platform for marketing and promotion of their products. The expo was organised by the Odisha State Handloom Teachers Coop Society Ltd, popularly known as BOYANIKA, which is the apex society of the state under the Textile and Handloom department.

4 coaches of train derail at Kanpur Central Railway Station

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 28 (ANI): Four coaches of a train derailed at Kanpur Central Railway Station. The incident took place at platform number 3 of railway station. No injuries have been reported so far.

Caste of son used to be identified by that of his father, it's opposite in Bhupesh Baghel's rule: Amit Jogi

Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh), Aug 28 (ANI): Amit Jogi, son of former Chhattisgarh chief minister Ajit Jogi, has responded to the high-powered committee set up to probe Ajit Jogi's caste status says he isn't a tribal. Amit Jogi said, "Caste of a son used to be identified by that of his father. But it's the opposite in Bhupesh Baghel's rule." Former CM Ajit Jogi said on August 28 that he will approach the court against the high-power government committee's finding that declared him a non-tribal.

Teen held for raping minor in Haryana's Rewari

Rewari (Haryana), Aug 28 (ANI): A 2.5-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a teenager, when she was playing outside her home in Dharuhera area of Haryana's Rewari. Locals assisted in the arrest of the 15-year-old boy within two hours of the crime, police said. Rewari SP, Nazneen Bhasin said, "Entire district police was on a mission. We checked the CCTV footage."

Fire breaks out at timberyard in Mumbai, 8 fire tenders on spot

Mumbai, Aug 28 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at a timberyard in Mumbai. Incident occurred at Santa Savta Marg in Mustafa Bazaar of Mazgaon in Byculla. 8 fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse the flames. No casualties reported so far. Further investigation is underway. More details are awaited.

Woman thrashed by mob in suspicion of child-lifting in UP's Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 28 (ANI): A woman was thrashed by mob in Loni area of UP's Ghaziabad on suspicion of her being a child-lifter. Woman is in fact the grandmother of the child. Police said, "She went there with her grandson for shopping, when people attacked her. Strict action will be taken against those who circulated a video of her on social media calling her a child-lifter."

Naxal leader Kobad Ghandy sent to police remand in Surat

Surat (Gujarat), Aug 28 (ANI): Surat Court on Tuesday sent Naxal leader Kobad Ghandy to police remand till August 31.Ghandy was brought here from Jharkhand on Monday and was arrested by Surat police in connection with a case lodged in Kamrej police station in 2010. He was sent to Surat on a transfer warrant. The Naxal leader was arrested by the Andhra Pradesh police in 2009. He was released on bail from Visakhapatnam central prison in December 2017. However, he was re-arrested later.

Man allegedly killed by mob on suspicion of child lifting in UP's Sambhal

Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 28 (ANI): In a gruesome incident, one man was allegedly killed and another got critically injured after they were beaten up by a mob on suspicion of child-lifting in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal. Police reached the spot soon after the incident occurred and the victims were rushed to a nearby hospital. While speaking to ANI, Superintendent of Police, Yamuna Prasad said, "We have arrested four people till now and strict action will be taken against the accused people. Investigation in the matter is underway," He added, "The victims were heading to Chandausi, Uttar Pradesh, with their nephew for his medical treatment when a mob stooped them near a village and attacked on suspicion of child-lifting. One victim died when he was brought to the hospital and another person is being treated here."

Sindhu made my biggest dream come true: Coach Pullela Gopichand

Hyderabad, Aug 28 (ANI): National Badminton Coach Pullela Gopichand expressed his happiness over PV Sindhu's win at BWF World Championships. While addressing the press conference, he said, "It is a very happy moment for all of us. It has been my biggest dream to have victories at this level and Sindhu has proved it once again." PV Sindhu becomes first Indian to win gold medal in BWF World Championships by defeating Japan's Nozomi Okuhara.

Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh assures medical help after woman chains drug-addict daughter

Amritsar (Punjab), Aug 28 (ANI): A woman was forced to chain her daughter to bed to stop her from taking drugs. After the incident came into light, Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla visited the family and assured them of medical help. While speaking to ANI, he said, "It's an unfortunate incident. I've directed doctors to treat the affected girl at her home". Woman who chained drug-addict daughter to bed said, "I admitted my daughter to a Government-run de-addiction centre 3 times, but they used to release her in 4-5 days. How can a drug addict be cured in 4-5 days? I even implored doctors to admit my daughter till she was cured, but to no avail."

Mario Kart Tour is launching for iOS, Android on September 25

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): The much-anticipated Mario Kart Tour is finally being launched for mobile in the coming month, the company has officially announced. The Twitter account for the game posted the pre-registration link for Mario Kart Tour which will be available on September 25. The game is inspired by real-life locations and features the iconic Mario character. It is available for pre-register on both iOS and Android.

Priyanka Gandhi meets kin of Ram Avtar who allegedly died in police custody in UP

Amethi (UP), Aug 28 (ANI): Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi met family of Ram Avtar in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi. The victim, Ram Avtar, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in police custody on August 25. Family members of the deceased have alleged that police have beaten him to death. Two policemen were suspended in the case.

Diabetic college students at risk of depression, says Study

New Delhi, Aug 28 (ANI): Diabetic students attending universities face a high level of diabetes-related distress mainly arising due to their concerns about living with this medical condition, a new study has suggested. According to the study published in the 'Journal of the American Osteopathic Association,' diabetic students who attended universities had high levels of diabetes distress, a condition of feeling worried and frustrated about living with diabetes. It is associated with fewer self-care behaviours, suboptimal glycemic control and lower quality of life. The study surveyed 173 people with Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), who worked at or attended a university. High levels of diabetes distress were reported by 27 per cent of those with T1DM and 30 per cent of those with T2DM. Participants who reported high diabetes distress also indicated a lower diabetes quality of life. Researchers found 19 per cent of those with T1DM and 17 per cent of th

PV Sindhu thanks her fans for their blessings

Hyderabad, Aug 28 (ANI): Indian star shuttler who became the first India to bag gold in BWF World Championships thanked her fans for their blessing and supports. "A lot of messages and tweets and from fans to common people, they all showered love and I want to thank them all as because of them I am here today," said Sindhu while talking to ANI. Sindhu defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara at final to win historic gold.

BJP MLA reiterates on his comments 'cows produce more milk listening to flute tunes'

Guwahati (Assam), Aug 28 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party Assam MLA Dilip Kumar Paul earlier claimed that cows produce more milk when they listen to flute tunes played in Lord Krishna style. On his comments, the legislator said, "This isn't my statement. A very talented research team from Gujarat conducted research and proved this. Lord Krishna didn't play flute for timepass."

I'm not Kerala CM, but it's my responsibility to ensure your right is given to you: Rahul Gandhi

Wayanad (Kerala), Aug 27 (ANI): Wayanad MP Rahul Gandhi met flood-affected people at a relief camp at Holiface School Auditorium in Makkiyad on August 27. While addressing the people, he said, "I'm not CM of Kerala, we don't have a government in Kerala or at the national level. But it is my responsibility to ensure that what is your right is given to you."

Whenever Rahul raises things like 'chor, chori,' public gave him befitting reply: FM Sitharaman

Pune (Maharashtra), Aug 27 (ANI): On being asked about the Rahul Gandhi's tweet on RBI, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on August 27 said, "Whenever Rahul Gandhi raises things like 'chor, chori,' one thing comes to my mind, he tried his best 'chor, chor, chori,' but public gave him befitting reply. What's the point of using the same words again?" Earlier, Rahul made lacerating comments against the government after the Reserve Bank of India approved a record Rs. 1.76 lakh crore payout to it. A move that he alleged was the same as "stealing from the RBI".