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Apple to introduce iPhone 11 lineup on September 10: Report

New Delhi, Aug 17 (ANI): Apple is expected to introduce its next-in-line iPhones in the month of September. Now, there's a possible date for the launch according to the latest leaks. A report on iHelp BR notes that images added in the iOS 13 beta 7 show the date September 10, on the system home screen, indicating the date of the launch. This year, Apple is rumored to introduce an iPhone 11 'Pro' model which will be the high-end version and feature a triple-camera setup.

Man beheads wife, search underway to locate severed head in Vijayawada's Eluru canal

Vijayawada (AP), Aug 17 (ANI): The search to locate the several head of a woman in Vijayawada's Eluru canal is underway by the state and national disaster management forces. A 24-year-old man had, on August 11, allegedly beheaded his wife and dumped it in the canal. While speaking to ANI, Vijayawada DCP said, "Investigation is on. Missing cellphone and weapon are being looked for. For the head, canal is being searched with the help of SDRF-NDRF and local fishermen."

Kailash Mansarovar pilgrim dies of heart attack in Uttarakhand's Gunji

Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand), Aug 17 (ANI): A 57-year-old man has died in Gunji area due to a cardiac arrest while he was on the pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar. The deceased has been identified as Manohar Dubey, a resident of Madhya Pradesh. Dubey was a part of the 16th batch of the pilgrimage which was in Gunji when the incident took place. The body has been sent for post mortem and will be later handed over to the family of the deceased.

Govt's focus is on earliest return to normalcy: J-K Chief Secretary

Srinagar (J-K), Aug 16 (ANI): While addressing a press conference on the present situation of Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, BVR Subrahmanyam said, "Preventive detentions are being reviewed and appropriate decisions will be made based on law and order assessments. The government focus is on the earliest return to normalcy, while ensuring that terrorist forces are given no opportunity to wreak havoc as in the past."

SDRF, district administration rescue locals from flood-affected Shivpuri

Shivpuri (MP), Aug 16 (ANI): The SDRF and district administration rescued people from flood-affected Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri on August 16. Incessant rain led to flood-like situation in parts of Madhya Pradesh. 117 people have been rescued till now in which 69 are men, 31 women and 17 children.

Flautist Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia enthrals audience in Nepal

Kathmandu (Nepal), Aug 16 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Nepal organised a mesmerising performance of legendary flautist Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia to commemorate India's 73rd Independence Day. The event, which was held at the Army Auditorium in Kathmandu on Thursday night, drew hundreds of spectators including various political figures. The event was jointly organised by the Embassy of India and BP Koirala India-Nepal Foundation. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Health and Population Upendra Yadav and Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali were present as Guests of Honour. A function was also organised at the Indian Embassy that started with the hoisting of the tricolour. The speech of President Ram Nath Kovind to the nation on Wednesday evening was read out by Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Manjeev Singh Puri. Every year, Nepal has been receiving gifts from India on 15 August. Similarly, this year various institutions from the southern plains of Nepal to the mountainous district of

Telecom connectivity will be eased in phased manner: J-K Chief Secretary

Srinagar (J-K), Aug 16 (ANI): While addressing a press conference on the present situation of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, BVR Subrahmanyam said, "Schools will be opened after the weekend area by area, movement of public transport to be made operational. Government offices are functional from today. Telecom connectivity will be gradually eased and restored in a phased manner."

Water level in Yamuna increases after water released from Hathnikund Barrage

New Delhi, Aug 16 (ANI): Water level of Yamuna River in national capital has increased. The change occurred after 1,43,000 cusecs of water was released from Haryana's Hathnikund Barrage. Water was released after continued shower increased water level at Hathnikund Barrage.

Watch: Temporary shops washed away due to increased water level in MP's Neemuch

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 16 (ANI): Several temporary shops were washed away after boundary wall behind the shops collapsed. Incident took place due to increased level of water in a canal in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch. No loss of life has been reported so far.

Overflowing water from Kali Sindh River enters several areas in Rajasthan's Jhalawar

Jhalawar (Rajasthan), Aug 16 (ANI): Water from overflowing Kali Sindh River entered several areas in Rajasthan's Jhalawar. Heavy rainfall has created flood-like situation in several areas of state. Gates of Mahi Dam were opened after heavy rainfall led to water overflow.

Apple may finally allow Siri support for Spotify: Report

New Delhi, Aug 16 (ANI): iPhone users may finally be able to instruct Siri to play their favorite songs from Spotify, according to recent business development between Apple and the music streaming service. Apple and Spotify are in talks to finalise a plan that will allow iPhone users tell Siri to play songs, playlists, albums with voice commands, according to people familiar with the discussions, The Information reports. In March, Spotify had filed a complaint with European competition authorities against Apple for blocking it from working with Siri. It also argues that other Apple policies create an unfair advantage for its competing Apple Music service.

Rajnath Singh gets overwhelmed after paying tribute to Vajpayee on death anniversary from Pokhran

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Aug 16 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived at Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on August 16. He was received by Army Chief General Bipin Rawat. Rajnath Singh attended the closing ceremony of International Army Scout Masters Competition which took place in Jaisalmer. While addressing on this occasion, he said, "I am feeling proud and happy while attending closing ceremony of International Army Scouts Masters Competition. Today is death anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee so I would like to pay my deepest condolences to him on this important day." "Should I consider this as a coincidence or my good luck that I got the opportunity to pay tribute to him from the land of Pokhran," he added.

District Administration demolishes wall of resort belonging to Azam Khan's son in UP's Rampur

Rampur (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 16 (ANI): The wall of a resort belonging to Abdullah Azam Khan, son of Samajwadi Party Member of Parliament (MP) Azam Khan was demolished on August 16. It was demolished by District Administration of Uttar Pradesh's Rampur over illegal construction. The luxury resort in Rampur was facing trouble following allegations of land grabbing. The Uttar Pradesh Irrigation Department had served a notice to him alleging that the luxury resort was built on land owned by the state government. Allegations of irregularities have also been raised by the district administration regarding the encroachment of government land in the resort.

Uniform civil code will be implemented in India soon: Sanjay Raut

New Delhi, Aug 16 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on subject of bringing a uniform civil code in the country, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said, "The government has brought Triple Talaq Bill and revoked Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and it is a beginning towards bringing a uniform civil code in the country. I think it will be implemented in the country soon."

Atal Bihari Vajpayee death anniversary: Rajnath Singh pays tribute in Rajasthan's Pokhran

Pokhran (Rajasthan), Aug 16 (ANI): To mark the first death anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to him on August 16. The event took place in Rajasthan's Pokhran. Nuclear Test was conducted in May 1998 in Pokhran when Vajpayee was the Prime Minister. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat was also present during the event. Several other Indian Army personnel were also present during the occasion. While speaking to ANI, Rajnath Singh said, "It is a coincidence that today I came for International Army Scout Masters Competition in Jaisalmer and today it is the first death anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. So, I felt I should pay tribute to him on the land of Pokhran only." "Till today, our nuclear policy is 'No First Use'. What happens in future depends on the circumstances," he added. Vajpayee died on August 16, 2018 at Delhi's AIIMS. He was decorated with the Bharat Ratna in 2014.

Indian Army wins 5th 'International Army Scout Masters Competition'

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Aug 16 (ANI): Indian Army took the pole position in the 5th 'International Army Scout Masters Competition'. The event took place in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer. It was the first time when the Indian Army took part in the competition. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was also present during closing ceremony. Teams from 8 countries, including India, Russia and China participated in the competition. The five stages of the competition were infiltration and ambush, scout specialist course, scout trail obstacle course, small arms firing, floatation and exfiltration.

Harish Jatav mob lynching case: Father commits suicide post receiving threatening calls

Alwar (Rajasthan), Aug 16 (ANI): Another case of mob lynching came into light from Rajasthan's Alwar. Harish Jatav succumbed to his injuries following an assault after a bike accident July 17 in Rajasthan's Alwar. His family reported the incident to police. Harish's father received threatening calls from accused to withdraw their report. He allegedly committed suicide on August 15. Harish's family claimed police didn't take any action despite pleading for help several times. Investigation is underway for the matter.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee death anniversary: Special prayers offered in Bhubaneshwar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Aug 16 (ANI): Special prayers were offered on the 1st death anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Odisha's Bhubaneshwar on August 16. Locals paid tribute to late Vajapayee. Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the former prime minister of India and senior BJP leader. He served the nation for thrice times. He died on August 16 last year due to respiratory disease.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee death anniversary: CM Yogi pays tribute in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 16 (ANI): To mark the first death anniversary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to him on August 16. The event took place in UP's Lucknow. UP Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya was also present during the event who also paid his tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Several other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders were also present during this occasion. Vajpayee died on August 16, 2018 at Delhi's AIIMS. He was decorated with the Bharat Ratna in 2014.

It's culmination of national, international reasons: Market Expert on Sensex downfall

Mumbai, Aug 16 (ANI): Sensex witnessed a downfall by 200 points on August 16. Speaking to ANI, on this downfall of the market, Market Expert Sunil Shah said that it's a culmination of both national and international reasons. Shah said, "The Sensex is down by more than 200 points, and today's fall I will attribute to more international reasons than local, it's a culmination of both. Fear of world going in recession and the trade war going between US and China, recession is looming because of trade war, geo political instability these are the reason the investors are feeling nervous about it. The next obvious thing is that people will not book profit unless this situation stabilizes and there is sanguine atmosphere in the world we will see this kind of roller coaster ride for equity market."