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Author Salman Rushdie, whose writing led to death threats, has been attacked on stage at an event in western New York, news agency Associated Press reported.
The Anti-Terrorism Squad of Uttar Pradesh has arrested Jaish-e-Mohammed and Tehrikh-e-Taliban Pakistan-linked terrorist from Saharanpur: UP ATS
Such incidents are unfortunate. When Article 370 was removed, BJP said that terror activities will stop. But can we see any change? Instead, they're further isolating Kashmir: Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav on migrant labourer from Bihar who was shot dead in Bandipora, J&K
Retail inflation eased to 6.71 per cent in July, lowest since March. Meanwhile, the Industrial production has grown 12.3 per cent in June, a Government data said.
Drought has been officially declared in several parts of England, news agency AFP quoted United Kingdom government as saying.
Himchal Pradesh | 12 students of Una's SSRVM Senior Secondary school injured after their school bus fell 20-30m from the road near Lamlehri Upperli bend in Samoor Kalan, Una. All students rescued, taken to regional hospital in Una; 3 students in a serious condition: DC Una
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde faction will construct its own Shiv Sena bhawan in Mumbai's Dadar area.
Terrorists fire upon a joint party of police/CRPF in the Bijbehara area of Anantnag, one police personnel injured. Area cordoned off, search operation underway: Kashmir Zone Police
"We had discussions in our party, it was people's wish. Even during polls, winning candidates said nobody (from BJP) supported them and losing candidates said they were defeated by BJP people. I had to keep my party safe and act as per people's wish": Bihar CM on the reason for quitting alliance with BJP, as quoted by ANI.
"Those who became immortal in history had their childhood values behind them. Be it Veer Shivaji, Sardar Bhagat Singh, Khudiram Bose, or Ashfaqulla Khan, their persona was developed by such values": Defence minister Rajnath Singh said at the felicitation event of ‘Project Veergatha’ winners, ANI reported.
"On one hand, UP CM Yogi Adityanath honoured Indian athletes from all different states after Tokyo Olympics, on the other hand, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal can't even provide services to his own athletes. The Delhi sports budget has also seen a decline," Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur claimed, as quoted by ANI
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar tied rakhi to a tree at a Bihar Vriksh Suraksha Diwas program in Patna, earlier today.
J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha performed Samapan Pooja which marks the end of the annual Amarnath Yatra
Freebies are baits to lure so that the ambitions of Arvind Kejriwal get fulfilled: BJP leader Sambit Patra
Indian Air Force contingent leaves for Malaysia to participate in bilateral exercise named 'Udarashakti'
Delhi | Former president Ram Nath Kovind and his family meet Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and his family at the Vice President's House.
"In view of the security measures for Independence Day, parking facilities will not be available at Delhi Metro stations from 6am on 14th August till 2pm on 15th August. Metro train services will continue to run as per normal schedule": Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
As the country continues to record an average of over 15,000 coronavirus cases daily, the Centre has asked States to ensure there are no large gatherings for Independence Day celebrations and that everyone follows Covid protocols.
The Union Home Ministry has also conveyed to all States and Union Territories to carry out a 'Swachh Bharat' campaign at a prominent location of each district in the state and UT and carry out a fortnight and month-long campaign to keep it 'Swachh' through voluntary civil action.
In a communication, the ministry said, "As a precaution, against COVID-19, large congregations in the ceremony be avoided. It is imperative that Covid guidelines are followed".
India added 16,561 new coronavirus cases taking the total tally of Covid cases to 4,42,23,557, while the active cases dipped to 1,23,535, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday.
The death toll climbed to 5,26,928 with 49 fatalities which include 10 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated.
The Home Ministry also asked government departments and educational institutions to carry out tree plantation programmes to spread awareness for conservation of environment. PTI
Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurates national conference of Rural Cooperative Banks, stresses need to formulate a 5-year strategy for PACS
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar denies having ambition of becoming PM candidate for 2024 general election
"Why should they object to it? He is the Deputy CM. Why should he not get it? They speak nonsense, it is all useless": Bihar CM Nitish Kumar when asked about BJP questioning Z+ security cover of Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav, ANI reported.
Deputy CM of Bihar and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav to meet Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi later today in Delhi, ANI reported.
Reportedly, the meeting at 10 Janpath will take place between 5 to 5.30 pm.
Supreme Court agrees to consider the plea of Aumkareshwar Thakur, accused of creating the 'Sulli Deals' app on GitHub, seeking to club multiple FIRs against him and have a single probe, ANI reported. Court issues notice to Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra police.
J&K: Tiranga shikara rally held at Dal Lake in Srinagar
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends Tiranga Yatra program in Rajkot today
West Bengal | BJP workers distributed sweets among people and celebrated yesterday in Birbhum, following the arrest of TMC Birbhum district president Anubrata Mondal in cattle smuggling case.
India reports 16,561 fresh cases and 18,053 recoveries in the last 24 hours. Active cases 1,23,535 Daily positivity rate 5.44%
Sensex drops 106.56 pts to 59,226.04 in opening session; Nifty 29.35 slips pts to 17,629.65, PTI reported.
Rupee falls 9 paise to 79.71 against US dollar in early trade, PTI reported.
Maharashtra | Two men fell into the creek at SV Road and Sea Link Road Junction, Bandra (West), Mumbai, ANI reported. Search operation underway.
Former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who fled protests in Sri Lanka, has arrived in Bangkok after his visa ran out following a month-long stint in Singapore, AFP reported.
The heir and de facto leader of Samsung has been given a presidential pardon, AFP reported.
It is seen as the latest example of South Korea's long tradition of freeing business leaders convicted of corruption. Billionaire Lee Jae-yong was convicted of bribery and embezzlement last year
UP: Search operation resumes for the 17 people who are still missing after their boat capsized in Yamuna river last evening
"During the intervening night, terrorists fired upon and injured one migrant labourer Mohd Amrez, r/o Madhepura, Besarh, Bihar at Soadnara Sumbal, Bandipora. He was shifted to hospital for treatment where he succumbed": Kashmir Zone Police
"Traffic movement has been disrupted due to heavy shooting stones at Cafeteria, Ramban. People are advised not to travel on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway without confirmation from TCU Jammu/ Srinagar/ Ramban", tweets J&K Traffic Police.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate a one-day National Conference of Rural Cooperative Banks Today. The conference to be held in New Delhi is being organised by the Ministry of Cooperation and the National Federation of State Cooperative Banks (NAFSCOB).
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Valmiki Samaj Representatives Calls For 'Punjab Bandh' Today
Valmiki Samaj representatives in Punjab have called a state-wide bandh on August 12 (Friday) to protest against remarks made by former Punjab Advocate General against the community. According to reports, the bandh in Punjab will be organised between 9 am to 5 pm.
Called by Valmiki Tiger Force All India and Guru Ravidas Tiger Force Punjab following a meeting with Punjab Minister for NRI Affairs Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, the bandh has been organised in the wake of AG Anmol Rattan Sidhu's statement about the community members being undeserving of the jobs in the AG office.
Tejashwi Invites ED, CBI, IT To Open Their Offices In His House
Newly appointed deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav invited ED, CBI and Income Tax to open their offices inside his residence and investigate whatever they want. "We have no objection with it," Yadav said.
"We want the people of ED, CBI, Income Tax to open the offices inside my house. Still, if they would not get peace then what can I do? We have no objection with whatever they want to investigate against us," Tejashwi said.
Delhi Logs 2,726 Fresh Covid Cases, 6 Deaths
Delhi on Thursday reported 2,726 fresh COVID-19 cases and six fatalities due to the viral disease, while the positivity rate stood at 14.38 per cent, according to data shared by the health department. This is the ninth consecutive day when the capital logged more than 2,000 cases in a day.
The city on Wednesday had reported eight fatalities due to the coronavirus infection, the highest in nearly 180 days, and 2,146 cases with a positivity rate of 17.83 per cent. The national capital on February 13 had recorded 12 deaths due to the viral disease.
4 Soldiers Killed In 'Fidayeen' Attack On J&K's Army Camp In Rajouri
Terrorists attacked an Army camp in Rajouri district on Thursday killing four soldiers and the two attackers were gunned down in the shootout after the pre-dawn suicide strike that marked the return of 'fidayeen' to Jammu and Kashmir after more than three years.
Both the terrorists, who are believed to be from the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), were heavily armed with deadly 'steel core' bullets and were shot down after an over four-hour gun battle which started at 2 AM and ended just before 6.30 AM, police said. The attack came four days ahead of India's 75th Independence Day next Monday.
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