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Squishy Rubik's Cube can help monitor health conditions

New Delhi, Aug 14 (ANI): Researchers have designed a new type of Rubik's Cube that is not only extra fun to play with but could also help in storing and detecting information for monitoring health conditions. The squishy cube is built using self-healing coloured hydrogel blocks. Similar to the standard 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube, the squishy version can also be rotated, with the structure locking into place after 24 hours, an official release on The University of Texas at Austin notes. Researchers from the US and China who built the cube are exploring ways to encode information into the cube similar to QR codes that could help monitor patient's chemical changes in conditions such as diabetes. The squishy Rubik's Cube can form 43 quintillion configurations, enabling a vast amount of data storage.

Exam fee for SC/ST students restored to Rs 50 in Delhi: CBSE

New Delhi, Aug 14 (ANI): The Central Board for Secondary Education (CBSE) said that it has decided to restore the practice of charging exam fees of Rupees 50 from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes students Delhi government schools."We have issued a circular to the Delhi Government today that SC/ST students in Delhi will have to pay Rs 50 only for Class X and Class XII Board examinations," said Anurag Tripathi Secretary of CBSE Board. The CBSE had recently hiked the fee for all candidates for Class X and XII board examinations. The fees for SC and ST students in Delhi, who were paying only Rupees 50 while the Delhi government was giving the rest of the amount as a subsidy, was raised to Rupees 1,200.

Security tightened in Gujarat's Kutch after terror alert

Kutch (Gujarat), Aug 14 (ANI): After the Central Intelligence Bureau issued terror alert to Gujarat Police about potential terrorist intrusions on the Indo-Pak border, security was beefed up in the area with deployment of Marine and border police. "We have taken necessary measures to ensure no such intrusion can take place. We have deployed more teams of Marine and borders police on border areas, we are doing 24x7 vehicle checking in all these border areas," East Kutch Superintendent of Police (SP) Parikshita Rathod told ANI. "We have also alerted all the border residents and fishermen to inform us in case of any suspicious vehicle or boat or person seen by anyone," Rathod added.

Those who raised questions on 'intelligence failure' in Pulwama attack were termed traitors: Digvijaya Singh

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 13 (ANI): Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on August 13 said whoever had raised questions on the 'intelligence failure' due to which Pulwama terror attack took place, was termed a "traitor". Singh added that this was despite Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik admitting to intelligence failure. "Jammu - Kashmir Governor himself had said that there was an intelligence failure (Pulwama attack), had it been any other country Home Minister would have been forced to resign, if not the PM. But here, whoever raised questions was declared a traitor," Singh told reporters in Bhopal.

PM Modi attends condolence meet of Sushma Swaraj at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

New Delhi, Aug 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a condolence meeting of late former union external affairs minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi. PM Modi grieved with Swaraj's daughter Bansuri Swaraj at the condolence meeting. Swaraj, 67, died of cardiac arrest at AIIMS Delhi on August 06.

88 NLFT militants surrender in presence of Tripura CM Biplab Deb

Agartala (Tripura), Aug 13 (ANI): In a major win for the authorities in Tripura, 88 militants of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) surrendered at an event in state capital Agartala where Chief Minister Biplab Deb was present. A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also surrendered to the authorities. The militant organisation had signed a Memorandum of Settlement with Tripura government and Union Home Ministry on August 10. "I have welcomed 88 militants of NLFT who have decided to join the mainstream. This will give boost to the progress of Tripura," Deb told reporters.

Caught on Camera: 2 policemen fight with each other allegedly over bribe in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (UP), Aug 13 (ANI): Two policemen in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagaj were caught fighting with each other on CCTV. The cops were allegedly fighting over a bribe issue. The incident took place on August 13. According to the police officials, both the policemen have been suspended. Investigation is underway.

PM Modi remembers Sushma Swaraj, says she was strong in her opinions

New Delhi, Aug 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the condolence meeting of late former union external affairs minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj, said that the latter was very strong in her opinions and tried to stay committed to them. "Her speeches were not only effective, but also very inspiring," he added. Swaraj passed away on August 6, following a cardiac arrest. Thousands bid adieu to their beloved leader as she was cremated with full state honours.

Unlike 2016 unrest, no casualties so far in JandK: Official

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 13 (ANI): Rohit Kansal, Principal Secretary Planning Development and Monitoring Department of Jammu and Kashmir, reiterated government's stand of no large scale protest in the region, and said unlike the unrest of 2016 when 37 people had died within the first week, no "single casualty" has taken place so far in JandK. Kansal added that by imposing "reasonable restrictions", the government at least has been able to save human lives in JandK which was put on lockdown ahead of removal of Article 370 on August 05.

In a first, women officers to lead Independence Day parade in Naxal-hit Dantewada

Dantewada (Chhattisgarh), Aug 13 (ANI): In a first, the Independence Day parade in Naxal-hit Dantewada region of Chhattisgarh will be led by a female platoon of Bastariya Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and 'Danteshwari Ladake'. The parade will be led by a 30-member all women Anti-Naxal Commando Unit which also includes surrendered women Naxals. The commander of 'Danteshwari Ladake', Dineshwari Nand said the inclusion of surrendered women Naxals in the Independence Day parade is very significant and it will inspire women Naxals to be a part of mainstream.

'Dream Girl' cast launches trailer in Mumbai

Mumbai, Aug 13 (ANI): Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana's upcoming movie 'Dream Girl' trailer has been launched. In the trailer, actor is seen playing female mythological characters for local stage shows and also he picks a 'dial a friend' job where he speaks to people as Puja. Helmed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and produced by Ekta Kapoor, film promises to be a laugh riot."I always tried to choose different subject lines which were not usually discussed in India. Doing so, will bring confidence and courage of doing something out of the box", said Khurrana.Ayushmann Khurrana is currently basking in the glory of his Best Actor National Award win for 2018 film 'Andhadhun' while his film 'Badhaai Ho' was named Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. 'Dream Girl' is slated to release on Sep13.

Tiger falls into well in MP's Kanti, rescue operation underway

Katni (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 13 (ANI): A tiger fell into a well in Madhya Pradesh's Katni on August 13. The incident took place in Pipariyakala village of Barhi area. Forest Department team is present at the spot. Rescue operation is underway.

K'taka floods: Rescue operation is underway in Hampi, informs Air Marshal SK Ghotia

Belgavi (Karnataka), Aug 13 (ANI): Speaking on Karnataka flood situation, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Training Command Air Marshal SK Ghotia informed that rescue operation is underway in Hampi since August 08. Air Marshal AK Ghotia said, "Rescue operations are underway since August 08. Currently, operations are underway in Hampi, people are being rescued and being taken to Vijayanagar. We have appointed the base commander of Belagavi Air Force camp as the task force commander."

Manmohan Singh files nomination for Rajya Sabha as Congress candidate from Jaipur

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Aug 13 (ANI): Former prime minister Manmohan Singh filed his nomination for Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan's Jaipur on August 13. He has filed his nomination as Congress candidate. Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot and other local Congress party leaders were also present.

Police should prepare themselves for changing challenges: CM Gehlot

Jaipur (Rajasthan), August 13 (ANI): In a meeting to review the law and order situation in the state, organized at Chief Minister's office in Jaipur, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said that Rajasthan Police should change its image and work with the mission to become number one police force in the country. He said that in the changing social environment the nature of crime is also changing. So it is big challenge to effectively curb these crimes. Police officer should adopt new technology and methods to increase their work efficiency. Addressing the meeting Gehlot said that Khap Panchayat, Honour Killing, Inter-Caste marriages and in other sensitive issues related with social malpractices, police can make aware and educate the society to control large number of crimes. In the meeting Chief Minister also invited suggestions in relation to improve police functioning from the police officers present at the meeting.

Full dress rehearsal held in J-K's Rajouri ahead of 73rd Independence Day

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 13 (ANI): Various contingents of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP), National Cadet Corps (NCC) among others took part in the full dress rehearsal in Rajouri district ahead of 73rd Independence Day celebrations. The event was held at District Police Line where Additional Deputy Commissioner of Rajouri Sher Singh hoisted the flag and took salute from the contingents.

Will bring better policy to make Rajasthan a solar energy hub: CM Gehlot

Jaipur (Rajasthan), August 13 (ANI): Addressing the review meeting on development of renewable energy sector in the state organized at his office in Jaipur, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said that State Government is determined to make Rajasthan a solar hub. For this a better policy will be brought soon, which will be in the interest of the state as well as beneficial to the consumer. Chief Minister said that today Rajasthan is the leading state in the country in the field of solar and wind energy. Chief Minister also emphasised that necessary efforts will be made in coming five years to generate additional ten thousand megawatts of power from this sector. In this direction, the state government is going to bring a new solar and wind energy policy. He suggested the officials to make such provisions in the new policy, so that more solar plants should develop in the state in a short period of time and attract new investment for solar parks.

Article 370 is completely unconstitutional, says Priyanka Gandhi

Sonbhadra (UP), Aug 13 (ANI): Congress General Secretary for Uttar Pradesh (East), Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday said in the manner in which Centre has been passed the resolution of Article 370 is completely unconstitutional. "It s against all the principles of democracy and there are rules to be followed when such things are done, which were not followed by the Centre," she added.

Fake Twitter handles spreading 'disaffection' being tackled legally: JandK Govt

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Aug 13 (ANI): Rohit Kansal, Principal Secretary of Planning Commission, Jammu and Kashmir told ANI reporter that due cognisance has been taken of all fake twitter handles which creates disaffection. While speaking to ANI, Kansal said, "Due cognisance has been taken of all the fake Twitter handles and of any items which create disaffection. It is being tackled at the appropriate level legally, procedurally and through appropriate measures."

Locals offer prayers to God Ayyanarappan in TN's Viluppuram

Viluppuram (Tamil Nadu), Aug 13 (ANI): Locals of Keezhputhupattu village in Tamil Nadu's Viluppuram offered prayers to God Ayyanarappan. They gathered at Manjaneeswarar Ayyappan Temple. This temple is believed to be 900-year-old. It is believed that after sun sets, Deity goes around the world on his white horse to protect his followers. People prayed him to get rid of bad habits and relief from diseases.