Thursday, October 31, 2019

10 Vehicles Gutted in Fire That Broke out in Mumbai Building; No Casualties

The incident took place at 4.45 am in Ismail Building on Maulana Azad Road in the congested Bhendi Bazaar area.

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As Air Pollution Grips Delhi, Here Are Small Steps to Escape from It

The main sources of pollution are the transport system, construction/demolition activities, road sweeping, coal-fired energy plants and brick-kilns, and most importantly, rice stubble burning in bordering states during winter months.

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Hyderabad Man Gives Triple Talaq to Wife Over 'Misaligned' Teeth, Police Registers Complaint

Police have registered a case against Mustafa on Thursday under the section 498 A of the Indian Penal Code, Dowry Act and Triple Talaq Act. Police is carrying out further investigation in the case.

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False Fire Alarm Forces IndiGo Pilots to Declare Emergency Mid-air, Land Back at Chennai Airport

A source privy to the development said that just 15 minutes after the departure, the pilots observed a fire alarm and immediately relayed the emergency code 7700 to all Air Traffic Controls.

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Council Goes Back on Decision to Combine Question Papers and Answer Scripts in Class 12 Exam

Council president Mohua Das in a notification issued on Thursday said in the Higher Secondary Examinations for 2020, Part A section will have separate question paper and answer sheet and not a Question-cum-Answer booklet.

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Delhi Has Turned into Gas Chamber, Says Kejriwal as He Blames Neighbouring States for Pollution

The chief minister's appeal comes ahead of the odd-even scheme, which is all set to make a comeback in Delhi from Monday.

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'For Political Interest': Tipu Sultan's Descendants Rue Karnataka Govt's Plan to Remove Lesson From Textbooks

The 18th-century Mysuru King Tipu Sultan's descendants questioned why the government was attempting to hide Tipu Sultan's contribution to the freedom struggle from students.

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Spent Lakhs to Appeal Against Order of a Few Thousands, Kerala Faces Supreme Court's Wrath

Strong remarks by the Supreme Court were prompted by an appeal filed by the state government to challenge an order of the High Court.

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Karnataka Rajyotsava 2019: All You Need to Know about the Kannada Day

A government holiday in the state, it is celebrated across the world by Kannadigas. The day also sees the annual presentation of the Rajyotsava Awards by the Government of Karnataka.

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Angela Merkel in India LIVE: Trade, Climate & AI on Agenda as German Chancellor Meets PM Modi Today

Angela Merkel in India LIVE: German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is in India for a two-day visit, received a ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today and said the two countries were linked by close ties.

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Angela Merkel in India LIVE: Trade, Climate & AI on Agenda as German Chancellor Meets PM Modi Today

Angela Merkel in India LIVE: German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is in India for a two-day visit, received a ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan today and said the two countries were linked by close ties.

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54.8% Students Under-scored in NCERT Evaluation, Delhi Among Worse Performers

The NAS 2017 finding have identified the highest performing states, which are Rajasthan, Karnataka and Chandigarh, Andhra Pradesh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Jharkhand Kerala Assam Gujarat and Uttarakhand.

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Thousands Throng Manipur Streets as Anxiety Mounts over Naga Settlement; COCOMI Calls for Shutdown

Even as Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh appealed for calm, the Meira Paibi (women organizations) took out torch rallies in Imphal and Kuki inhabited hilly areas to voice their concern on the issue.

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'Article 370 Was Obstacle to Development': US Congressman Lauds PM Modi for 'Bold' Steps in Kashmir

'The steps that Prime Minister Modi and the Parliament have taken are needed, they're good for the long-term stability of the region, and they should be applauded, Congressman George Holding said on the House floor Thursday.

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News18 Daybreak | Rights Lawyers, Activists, Journalists Among 17 Targeted by Whatsapp Spyware and Other Stories You Need to Watch Out For

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Visit to Gurugram, Dwarka Metro Station: A Look at Angela Merkel's India Itinerary

India and Germany will explore possibilities for cooperation in newer areas like green urban mobility and artificial intelligence.

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MP High Court Reverses State Govt Order of Revoking Pension of MISA Detainees

Congress government which came to power last year decided to discontinue the pension alleging massive abnormalities in the disbursement of pension.

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Govt, Army Officials Among Targets of WhatsApp Hacking in 20 Countries: Report

The hacking of a wider group of top government officials' smartphones than previously reported suggests the WhatsApp cyber intrusion could have broad political and diplomatic consequences.

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Despite Increase in Number of Medicos, There's Only One Govt Doctor for 10,926 People in India: Report

The report further states that the cost of treatment has been on the rise in India and it has led to inequity in access to health care services.

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No Relief for Delhiites as Capital Continues to Choke on Poor Air, Officials Pin Blame on Stubble Burning

Environmental experts say that stubble burning is the biggest reason for the haze that has enveloped Delhi-NCR since the last few days.

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Officials of India & Pakistan Govt, Army Among Targets of WhatsApp Hacking in 20 Countries: Report

The hacking of a wider group of top government officials' smartphones than previously reported suggests the WhatsApp cyber intrusion could have broad political and diplomatic consequences.

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Suspicious Bag Creates Panic at Delhi Airport's Terminal 3, Police take Security Measures

A Delhi Police official said the Airport Police Station received a call at 3 am alerting them about a suspicious bag which has been removed from the spot and teams are working to check its content.

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Vodafone Idea Plummets over 9 Percent to Hit 52-week Low After SC Ruling

Shares of the Vodafone Idea slumped 8.66 per cent to Rs 3.48 apiece - its 52-week low - on the BSE. Similarly, the stock declined 9.2 per cent to Rs 3.45 on the NSE.

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GATE 2020: IIT Delhi Reopens Application Process for J&K Region at gate.iitd.ac.in, Apply by Nov 8

The registration link for GATE 2020 application process was activated by Delhi IIT on its official website at gate.iitd.ac.in

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Congress Remembers Indira Gandhi, Offer Floral Tributes to Former PM on Her Death Anniversary

Sonia Gandhi, former President Pranab Mukherjee, former VP Hamid Ansari, former PM Manmohan Singh and Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot were among those who paid floral tributes to the Indira Gandhi at a remembrance ceremony held at Shakti Sthal.

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Delhi Continues to Gasp for Breath as Toxic Haze Lingers for Third Consecutive Day

Anand Vihar continued to be the most-polluted area with an AQI of 466, followed by Wazirpur with an AQI of 453.

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Saudi Arabia's Diwali Gift to India: Uninterrupted Oil Supply Despite Aramco Hit, Regional Turmoil

India sources almost 18 per cent of its oil requirement from Saudi Arabia, with 39.8 million metric tonne imported last year.

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Diwali is Over. Now It is time for Revision of Ambient Air Quality Standards

Despite all the precautions and supposed punitive measures, thousands of people across Delhi-NCR burst crackers plummeting the AQI to more than 10 times higher than the safe limits.

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Female Presenter, Who Got Paid One-sixth of Male Counterpart's Fee, Takes BBC to Court

Samira Ahmed, who fronts 'Newswatch', was paid a fraction of the sum received by Jeremy Vine for presenting 'Points of View' -- both viewer right-to-reply shows.

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Amit Shah Flags Off 'Run for Unity' to Commemorate Sardar Patel's Birth Anniversary

People wearing white T-shirts and bearing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's photo assembled at the national stadium and India Gate roundabout for the run.

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Kannauj Man Struck Nails into his Feet to Implicate Municipal Chairman, Arrested

Officials said that the accused Amruddin, was found wounded and shackled by passersby on a road near Dhoom-Manikpur village in Badalpur area, following which police were alerted.

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'Live Happy Separately if Not Together': SC Allows Senior Citizen Couple to Part Ways

A bench of Justices Sanjay K Kaul and KM Joseph proceeded to end the protracted wrangling of the couple, inside the court and outside, after noting that this could be in the best interest of both.

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RK Mathur Sworn in as First LG of Union Territory of Ladakh after J&K Birfurcation

The oath of Lt Governor of Union Territory of Ladakh was administered by chief justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court Geeta Mittal at a simple function held at Leh.

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On Ekta Diwas, Shah Lauds PM Modi for 'Closing' Gateway of Terrorism with Abrogation of Articles 370, 35A

Shah also said Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's unfullfilled dream of integrating Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country was accomplished on August 5 when Article 370 and 35A were repealed.

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News18 Daybreak | New L-Gs to Take Oath Today as Jammu & Kashmir Ceases to be a State and Other Stories You Need to Watch Out For

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Bodies of Bengal Labourers Killed by Militants in Kashmir Brought Back Home

Municipal Affairs Minister Firhad Hakim said that the bodies of Noimuddin Sheikh, Mursalim Sheikh, Rofik Sheikh, Kamruddin Sheikh and Rofikul Sheikh are being sent to their homes in Murshidabad district.

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Jammu and Kashmir LIVE: State Officially Split Into Two Union Territories, RK Mathur Sworn in as Ladakh L-G

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE: History was created today as Jammu and Kashmir, which has been part of the Union of India since 1947, ceased to be a state and was officially bifurcated into Union Territories.

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Tik Tok Star Sonali Phogat Files Assault Complaint Against Sister, Brother-in-law

Sonali Phogat in her complaint to the police on Tuesday alleged that she was roughed up and threatened by her sister Rukesh and brother-in-law Aman following a verbal duel.

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J&K, Ladakh Bifurcated Into Two Union Territories After President Rule Revoked in State

The first central rule as 'Governor's rule' continued for six months. After six months, President's rule was imposed for next six months which was subsequently extended with the approval of Parliament.

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Pakistan Invites Navjot Singh Sidhu to Attend Kartarpur Corridor Opening Ceremony, Says Report

India and Pakistan last week signed the agreement on the Kartarpur Corridor that will allow Indian pilgrims to undertake visa-free visit to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib.

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Traffic Congestion Likely at India Gate as Thousands Take Part in 'Run for Unity' Today

Around 15,000 participants will take part in the event and the programme is likely to cause traffic congestion at the C-Hexagon, India Gate, and nearby areas, said Delhi Traffic Police.

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President Kovind, Amit Shah Pay Floral Tributes to Sardar Patel, PM Modi to Attend Function in Gujarat

Kovind, Shah, Union cabinet minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal accompanied by senior Home Ministry officials, paid floral tributes at Patel's statue located at the Patel Chowk in New Delhi.

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Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas: Why is Indira Gandhi’s Death Day Celebrated as National Pledge Day?

The death anniversary of Indira Gandhi is marked as Rashtriya Sankalp Diwas or National Pledge Day. The occasion is dedicated to Indira Gandhi and her service to India.

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Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2019: This is How Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Birth Anniversary is Celebrated

Sardar Patel is most popularly known as a founding father of the Republic of India. This is because he played a significant role in integrating the independent provinces into a unified India just after the partition.

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New Identity for Jammu and Kashmir as State Officially Split Into 2 Union Territories

IAS officers Girish Chandra Murmu and RK Mathur, appointed the new Lieutenant Governors (L-Gs) for the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh respectively, will be sworn in at separate functions in Srinagar and Leh.

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Dalit Family Attacked in UP's Muzaffarnagar for Opposing Harassment of Daughter, Probe on

The 17-year-old girl had gone to collect water from a hand pump at Bhokarhedi village under Bhopa police station area on Tuesday when a youth came and allegedly harassed her.

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Indian-origin Doctor Charged with Unlawfully Distributing Controlled Substances

Hemal Mehta conspired to distribute controlled substances, including oxycodone, morphine sulfate and oxymorphone, to patients outside the usual course of professional practice and without a legitimate medical purpose.

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Hundreds of Rare Koalas Feared Dead in 'Out-of-control' Australia Bushfire

A bushfire believed to have been sparked by a lightning strike on Saturday some 400 kilometres (248 miles) north of Sydney has ravaged an area of over 2,000 hectares (4,942 acres) with authorities battling to bring it under control.

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Eid Milad-un-Nabi: Rabi ul-Awwal Moon Sighted in India, Eid Milad-un-Nabi to be Celebrated on November 10

In Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries, the moon was sighted a day earlier on October 28. Therefore, in those countries, Muslims will celebrate Prophet Mohammed’s birthday on November 9.

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Bharti Airtel, IndiGo, Petronet LNG, Among Key Stocks in Focus Today

Bharti Airtel Ltd shares jumped 2.5% after the telco reported that its India revenue from mobile services rose 7% year-on-year to Rs 10,981.4 crore during the September quarter.

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