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Biometric data of over 1 million people exposed in major breach of banks, UK police

New Delhi, Aug 15 (ANI): In a major breach of biometric systems used by the UK Metropolitan Police, defence contractors, and banks, fingerprint and facial recognition information of more than 1 million people had been left exposed in a publicly accessible database.According to The Guardian, researchers found that the biometric data on Suprema's web-based Biostar 2 platform that controls access to secure facilities, was unprotected and mostly unencrypted. The database included 27.8 million records, totalling 23 gigabytes of data. A simple manipulation of the URL search criteria not only allowed access to the data but also permitted alterations. The vulnerability has been fixed, however, the scale of the breach was alarming as the service is in 1.5 million locations across the world

Buildings in Kolkata illuminate in Tricolour to mark Independence Day

Kolkata, Aug 15 (ANI): Raj Bhavan in Kolkata was illuminated in Tricolour to mark 73rd Independence Day. Tricolour was also beamed on India's tallest building 'The 42'. 'The 42' stands staggering 269 metre tall. India is celebrating 15th of August as Independence Day along with festival Rakshabandhan.

Indian Army's Romeo Force provides free telephone service in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 15 (ANI): Romeo Force of Indian Army's Rashtriya Rifles provided free telephone service in Surankote area of the Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. They facilitated locals by providing them free PCO service. People in large numbers availed the facility. Locals thanked Indian Army for the gesture.

Pregnant transgender men face depression, lack of care: Study

New Delhi, Aug 15 (ANI): Pregnant transgender men are at higher risk for depression and face difficulty getting medical care due to a lack of knowledge among health care providers, suggests a study. The study published in the journal 'Maturitas' examined health care research on transgender men who become pregnant at or after age 35 to determine their medical and mental health needs. According to the U.S. Transgender Survey, nearly 40 per cent of its 28,000 respondents reported attempting suicide -- nearly nine times the national average. That risk can be increased in transgender men with the unwanted physical changes resulting from pregnancy, according to Brandt.

Famous monuments lit up on the eve of 73rd Independence Day

New Delhi, Mumbai, Guwahati, Attari-Wagah Border, Bhopal, Aug 15 (ANI): Famous monuments across the country were illuminated on the eve of 73rd Independence Day. Prominent buildings including Rashtrapati Bhavan were illuminated in beautiful colours. Mesmerizing colours beamed on Assam High Court and State Museum buildings. Minto Hall and Raj Bhavan in Bhopal were also lit up to mark Independence Day. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus railway station was lit up in Tricolour. Attari-Wagah border was decorated with colourful lighting.

TMC MLA Sovan Chatterjee joins BJP in Delhi

New Delhi, Aug 14 (ANI): Former Kolkata mayor and Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Sovan Chatterjee joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on August 14 at party headquarters in Delhi. He joined the party in presence of BJP leader Mukul Roy. Chatterjee also met BJP's national working president JP Nadda after joining the party. "I joined BJP party to strengthen the life of the party and to strengthen the organisation like anything for rest of the democratic process in the state of Bengal," Chatterjee told ANI.

VP Naidu to visit Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia from Aug 17-22: MEA

New Delhi, Aug 14 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Secretary (West), A Gitesh Sarma on August 14 said Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will be visiting Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia from 17th to 21st August. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation.

'Godse ki aulad might kill me': Owaisi on 'helping Pakistan' allegations

Hyderabad, Aug 14 (ANI): All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi on being asked on allegations leveled against him for helping Pakistan in spreading rumours, he said, "I believe that one day someone will also kill me. I believe that 'Godse ki aulad' can do this to me. The successors of Godse are still living in our nation." Further justifying his criticism of Article 370 revocation in Kashmir, he said, "I'm an MP but can I go to Arunachal Pradesh and Lakshadweep? I've to take a permit for it. Can I buy land in scheduled areas of Assam, I can't. I'm telling people of Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Assam and Himachal that it will happen there too."

Girl students tie rakhi to security forces in JandK's Kathua

Kathua (JandK), Aug 14 (ANI): The girl students of Indian Public School in JandK's Kathua accompanied by staff tied 'Rakhis' to police and security forces on the eve of 'Raksha Bandhan'. The jawans also gave return gift to sister and promised to keep them secure.Raksha Bandhan this year is coinciding with Independence Day on August 15.

Six arrested in connection with girl's murder in WB's Asansol

Asansol (West Bengal), Aug 14 (ANI): The West Bengal Police on August 14 arrested six persons accused of abducting and killing a girl in Asansol. While four of the accused have already been brought to the police station in Asansol, the remaining two have also been nabbed at a separate place. Police tracked the six when they received a complaint of a ransom call over a missing girl, and during the investigation, the names of the six accused came up after which they were arrested.

Congress headquarters features name of Sonia Gandhi as Congress president

New Delhi, Aug 14 (ANI): Name plate of Sonia Gandhi as the Congress president was put up at AICC headquarters on August 14. Her poster was also put up outside the Congress headquarters. Sonia Gandhi was chosen as the interim chief of the party by Congress Working Committee. The post was earlier held by her son Rahul Gandhi, who had succeeded her in 2017.

Watch: Crocodile rescued by forest department in flood-affected Vadodara

Kolkata, Aug 14 (ANI): While addressing a press conference YB Khurania, IG, Frontiers Headquarters BSF South Bengal "Large number of people apprehended, whether in case of infiltration or exfiltration, both Bangladeshi and Indian nationals, handed over to local police for further action. Over 500 cases registered in first 6 months of this year."

Caught on cam: 3 police personnel assault minor in Raipur

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Aug 14 (ANI): In a shocking incident, three police personnel were seen assaulting a minor in Chhattisgarh's Raipur. The incident was captured on the camera and the video of it went viral on the internet. According to the police officials, "All 3 police personnel have been suspended with immediate effect. Further investigation in the matter is underway".

Students, teachers tie 'rakhi' to SSB jawans in UP's Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 14 (ANI): School students and teachers tied 'rakhi' to Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) jawans on eve of 'Raksha Bandhan'. The event took place in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur. Women fed sweets to their 'rakhi' brothers. They tied 'rakhi' to jawans as they are usually away from their homes during all the festivals. At the same time, SSB jawans vowed to protect country and women in return. This year 'Raksha Bandhan' will be celebrated on August 15, bringing a patriotic feel to the festival.

Security tightens ahead of Independence Day celebration in Mumbai

Mumbai, Aug 14 (ANI): Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force conducted security check at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, ahead of Independence Day. This year India will celebrate 73rd Independence Day. Security check has been tightened in the area ahead of the upcoming festival.

Independence Day: Schoolchildren participate in 'Run for Awareness' program

Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Aug 14 (ANI): 'Run for Awareness' program was organised in Chhattisgarh's Raipur ahead of Independence Day on August 14. Public representatives and schoolchildren participated in the run. Run started from Bhagat Singh Chowk to Ghadi Chowk.

Watch: Herd of elephants cause damage to agriculture fields in AP's Srikakulam

Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh), Aug 14 (ANI): A herd of elephants from Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram district entered fields of Kotula Gummada village in Srikakulam district on August 14. The elephants caused damage to the fields.

Over 500 infiltration cases registered in WB this year: IG, BSF South Bengal

Kolkata, Aug 14 (ANI): While addressing a press conference YB Khurania, IG, Frontiers Headquarters BSF South Bengal "Large number of people apprehended, whether in case of infiltration or exfiltration, both Bangladeshi and Indian nationals, handed over to local police for further action. Over 500 cases registered in first 6 months of this year."

Restrictions lifted in Jammu, schools are functional: J-K ADGP

Srinagar (J-K), Aug 14 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, Munir Khan spoke to mediapersons on the current situation of Jammu and Kashmir. Munir Khan said, "Restrictions have been lifted in Jammu, schools and other establishments are functional. In Kashmir, restrictions at certain places are in place. The restrictions aren't imposed in a generalised manner. When a new situation of law and order arises, opposite parties including the neighbouring states take the initiative of unleashing the propaganda. Videos of 2016 and 2010 are in circulation now that is part of propaganda. We're taking all measures to thwart these attempts." He further said, "Law order situation is totally under control. There have been localised incidents in various parts of Srinagar district and other districts, which had been contained and dealt with locally. There have been no major injuries. There have been a few pellet injuries, they were treated. Our biggest endeavor

GPO Lucknow offers designer waterproof envelopes on Raksha Bandhan

Lucknow (UP), Aug 14 (ANI): General Post Office (GPO) Lucknow introduced designer waterproof envelopes for Raksha Bandhan. These waterproof envelopes are available at a cost of Rs 10. Women are using it in large amount to send 'rakhis' to their brothers. These envelopes provided a sense of satisfaction among customers that their 'rakhis' will reach safely. While speaking to ANI, Chief Postmaster RN Yadav said, "The envelopes have been sent across the state. There's a stick-on side on it, so you need not use glue. They're available at a cost of Rs 10." Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival and celebrates the relationship of brother-sister. 'Raksha Bandhan' is a Sanskrit word, which translates in English to "the bond of protection, obligation, or care".