Farmers' Protest Highlights: Farmers Camp At Singhu Border In Haryana; Delhi Govt Makes Arrangement At Burari Ground
Farmers' Protest Highlights: After hours of confrontation and talks with the tens of thousands of farmers rallying towards the national capital, the Delhi Police finally on Friday afternoon allowed them to enter Delhi. They will be escorted to Nirankari ground in Burari for carrying on their protests against the Centre's Farm Laws. Keep refreshing this page to get all LIVE UPDATES of the ongoing farmers' protest:
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27 Nov 2020 11:53 PM
Delhi govt makes arrangements for farmers at Burari
The Delhi government welcomed the protesting farmers as their "guests" on Friday and made elaborate arrangements for their food, drinking water and shelter.
Thousands of farmers gathered at various entry points into the national capital were allowed in to hold a peaceful protest at a north Delhi ground against the central farm laws.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the Nirankari Samagam Ground in Burari along with police officers.
Delhi Jal Board Vice Chairman Raghav Chadha said he had made arrangements for drinking water at the site on the directions of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
The Delhi government welcomed the protesting farmers as their "guests" on Friday and made elaborate arrangements for their food, drinking water and shelter.
Thousands of farmers gathered at various entry points into the national capital were allowed in to hold a peaceful protest at a north Delhi ground against the central farm laws.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the Nirankari Samagam Ground in Burari along with police officers.
Delhi Jal Board Vice Chairman Raghav Chadha said he had made arrangements for drinking water at the site on the directions of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
We want the government to discuss issues, address our concerns and prepare a draft for required legislation. We are staying at Meerut toll plaza tonight and will leave for Delhi tomorrow morning: Rakesh Tikait, Bhartiya Kisan Union
When Bhangra beats perked up protesting farmers in Singhu
The farmers, who were protesting since the morning, could be seen dancing on the road under colourful and flashy lights of their decorated tractors.
The agitators, who were raising slogans against the government and the new farm laws till late afternoon, could be seen grooving to popular Punjabi numbers like 'Mitran Di Chhatari', among others.
A few steps ahead, a group of farmers could be seen preparing dinner for all the protesters and others present on the spot, taking forward the age old Sikh tradition of 'langar' (free meal for all).
The farmers, who were protesting since the morning, could be seen dancing on the road under colourful and flashy lights of their decorated tractors.
The agitators, who were raising slogans against the government and the new farm laws till late afternoon, could be seen grooving to popular Punjabi numbers like 'Mitran Di Chhatari', among others.
A few steps ahead, a group of farmers could be seen preparing dinner for all the protesters and others present on the spot, taking forward the age old Sikh tradition of 'langar' (free meal for all).
Police make arrangements at Burari ground, farmers inspect site
Delhi Police on Friday made the necessary arrangements at the Nirankari ground in Burari after they gave permission to the protesting farmers to enter Delhi and stage a protest at the designated ground.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the site along with senior police officers.
Delhi Police on Friday made the necessary arrangements at the Nirankari ground in Burari after they gave permission to the protesting farmers to enter Delhi and stage a protest at the designated ground.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the site along with senior police officers.
Police make arrangements at Burari ground, farmers inspect site
Delhi Police on Friday made the necessary arrangements at the Nirankari ground in Burari after they gave permission to the protesting farmers to enter Delhi and stage a protest at the designated ground.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the site along with senior police officers.
Delhi Police on Friday made the necessary arrangements at the Nirankari ground in Burari after they gave permission to the protesting farmers to enter Delhi and stage a protest at the designated ground.
Some representatives of the farmers also inspected the site along with senior police officers.
The government has always been ready to discuss issues with farmers. We have invited farmers' organizations for another round of talks on 3rd December. I appeal to them to leave agitation in view of COVID-19 and winter: Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar
UPDATE Train services normal at all corridors from 5:35 pm onwards. Tomorrow regular services on all Lines as of now: Delhi Metro
Nearly 25,000 farmers had sent proposal to PM. The laws have been made for traders saying they'll eventually benefit farmers. If govt has brought laws to support farmers, we welcome it. However, there are drawbacks: Mohini Mohan Mishra, All India Secretary, Bharatiya Kisan Sangh
Haryana: Police remove barricades at Shambhu border between Haryana and Punjab, near Ambala as farmers have been allowed to enter Delhi.
"Nobody will be stopped, commuters can travel with ease," says Rajesh Kalia, Ambala SP
"Nobody will be stopped, commuters can travel with ease," says Rajesh Kalia, Ambala SP
Khattar Appeals Farmers To Directly Talk To Centre
The Central government is always ready for talks. I appeal to all farmers to directly talk to the Centre for all their legitimate issues: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar
The Central government is always ready for talks. I appeal to all farmers to directly talk to the Centre for all their legitimate issues: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar
Delhi: Farmers enter the national capital through the Tikri border after being given permission to hold their demonstrations at the Nirankari Samagam Ground in the Burari area
Students face problems due to farmers' protest as exams get cancelled
Delhi: College students say their exam got canceled due to farmers' 'Chalo Delhi' protest march
"We're coming down from Rohtak. Our exams were canceled. There are many students who travel to their colleges. It's causing a lot of problems for us," says a student
Delhi: College students say their exam got canceled due to farmers' 'Chalo Delhi' protest march
"We're coming down from Rohtak. Our exams were canceled. There are many students who travel to their colleges. It's causing a lot of problems for us," says a student
Students face problems due to farmers' protest as exams get cancelled
Delhi: College students say their exam got canceled due to farmers' 'Chalo Delhi' protest march
"We're coming down from Rohtak. Our exams were canceled. There are many students who travel to their colleges. It's causing a lot of problems for us," says a student
Delhi: College students say their exam got canceled due to farmers' 'Chalo Delhi' protest march
"We're coming down from Rohtak. Our exams were canceled. There are many students who travel to their colleges. It's causing a lot of problems for us," says a student
After discussion with farmer leaders, Delhi Police has allowed farmers to protest peacefully at Nirankari Samagam Ground in Burari. We appeal to them to maintain peace in order to avoid any inconvenience to others: Delhi Police
After discussion with farmer leaders, Delhi Police has allowed farmers to protest peacefully at Nirankari Samagam Ground in Burari. We appeal to them to maintain peace in order to avoid any inconvenience to others: Delhi Police
Protesting farmers will be allowed to enter the national capital. They will have the permission to protest at the Nirankari Samagam Ground in the Burari area: Delhi Police Commissioner
JUST IN | Delhi Home Minister Satyendar Jain denies permission to police to use stadiums as temporary jails. Earlier, Delhi Police have sought permission from the AAP government to use the city's nine stadiums as temporary jails due to the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march
Entry, exit gates at 6 Delhi Metro stations on Green Line closed
The Delhi Metro on Friday announced the closure of exit and entry gates at six metro stations on the Green Line in view of the 'Delhi Chalo' march by farmers against the Centre's new farm laws.
Entry & exit gates of Brigadier Hoshiar Singh, Bahadurgarh City, Pandit Shree Ram Sharma, Tikri Border, Tikri Kalan and Ghevra stations on Green Line are now closed.
The Delhi Metro on Friday announced the closure of exit and entry gates at six metro stations on the Green Line in view of the 'Delhi Chalo' march by farmers against the Centre's new farm laws.
Entry & exit gates of Brigadier Hoshiar Singh, Bahadurgarh City, Pandit Shree Ram Sharma, Tikri Border, Tikri Kalan and Ghevra stations on Green Line are now closed.
Farmers' protest leads to traffic snarls in Delhi
Vehicles moved bumper-to-bumper on key roads in the city on Friday after the Delhi Police closed several border points with Haryana in view of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march.
Dhansa and Jharoda Kalan borders were closed for traffic movement due to the demonstration and commuters were asked to take an alternative route, the Delhi Traffic Police said.
Farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, had announced they will go to Delhi through several routes -- Lalru, Shambhu, Patiala-Pehowa, Patran-Khanauri, Moonak-Tohana, Ratia-Fatehabad and Talwandi-Sirsa.
Vehicles moved bumper-to-bumper on key roads in the city on Friday after the Delhi Police closed several border points with Haryana in view of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march.
Dhansa and Jharoda Kalan borders were closed for traffic movement due to the demonstration and commuters were asked to take an alternative route, the Delhi Traffic Police said.
Farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, had announced they will go to Delhi through several routes -- Lalru, Shambhu, Patiala-Pehowa, Patran-Khanauri, Moonak-Tohana, Ratia-Fatehabad and Talwandi-Sirsa.
JUST IN | Farmers from Punjab wait at the Shambhu border between Haryana and Punjab, near Ambala, to cross into Haryana to proceed to Delhi to protest against Farm laws. Security deployed, barriers and water cannon vehicle placed at the border to prevent farmers from entering Haryana.
In another tweet, the Delhi Traffic Police informed that there is an obstruction in traffic in the carriageway from Gurgaon towards Dhaula Kuan due to checking by local police near Dhaula Kuan Police chowki. Kindly avoid the stretch.
It is also learnt that the traffic police is diverting traffic from Mukarba Chowk & GTK road. Traffic is very very heavy in this area. People should totally avoid outer Ring Road, Mukarba Chowk, GTK road, NH-44 & Singhu Border.
Delhi Traffic Police issued fresh advisory asking commuters of the capital city to avoid several routes. Official Twitter handle of Delhi Police informed that the Tikri Border, closing West Delhi entry point, has been completely closed for traffic movements by local police.
Security deployed, barriers placed at the Shambhu border between Haryana and Punjab, near Ambala, to stop the protesting farmers from proceeding to Delhi. "We will ensure law and order is maintained," says SP Ambala.
Delhi Metro Update | Entry & exit gates of Brigadier Hoshiar Singh, Bahadurgarh City, Pandit Shree Ram Sharma, Tikri Border, Tikri Kalan and Ghevra metro stations on Green Line are now closed: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
JUST IN | Police use water cannon & tear gas shells to disperse protesting farmers at Tikri border near Delhi-Bahadurgarh highway. Farmers are seen clashing with security forces, as they tried to head towards Delhi as part of their protest march against Centre's Farm laws.
Delhi Chalo march gets overwhelming response from women
Farmers' Delhi Chalo protest on Thursday saw an overwhelming response from women as they joined elderly farmers and youth to press the Centre to scrap three farm laws.
Stating that they were ready for a "do or die" battle against the union government, women owing allegiance to various farmers' outfits braved cold weather to set out for Delhi.
Farmers' Delhi Chalo protest on Thursday saw an overwhelming response from women as they joined elderly farmers and youth to press the Centre to scrap three farm laws.
Stating that they were ready for a "do or die" battle against the union government, women owing allegiance to various farmers' outfits braved cold weather to set out for Delhi.
As per the police estimates, around 300,000 farmers from both Haryana and Punjab are set to reach Delhi. The farmers affiliated to 33 organisations are part of the United Farmers Front, an all-India body of over 470 farmers' unions that will participate in the indefinite protest in the national capital.
Unfazed by the heavy security deployment and barricading on the highway with mounds of earth and huge rocks, protesting farmer Gurdev Singh told the media at the Shambhu border that "We will break all the barricades if we were not allowed to move ahead."
Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged the agitation farmers to maintain peace and invited them for talks.
A huge contingent of police comprising the Rapid Action Force had been deployed at all entry points in Haryana, while residents of several towns located along the Punjab-Haryana border faced a harrowing time due to the heavy deployment of the security forces and snapping of the bus services in the past 24 hours.
Thousands of farmers had been staging sit-in protests ahead of the Dabwali barrier between Punjab's Bathinda and Haryana's Sirsa districts and at Khanauri border in Sangrur district, awaiting the decision by their leaders to move towards Delhi.
Meanwhile, Punjab legislators Parminder Dhindsa and Sukhpal Khera were taken into preventive custody by Delhi Police. On Thursday, several protesters and policemen were injured as farmers broke barricades and threw them down from a bridge ahead of the Punjab-Haryana border in Shambhu in Punjab's Patiala and near Haryana's Ambala.
Marching through Haryana where there were joined by local farmers, the farmers decided to stop for the night at Panipat close to the national capital. In a major late night development, the Bharti Kisan Union Ekta-Ugrahan also decided to start their journey from the Khanauri border in Punjab's Sangrur district on Friday.
Tens of thousands of farmers up in arms on Thursday braved tear gas shells and water cannons to break through police barricades at several places on the Punjab-Haryana border while heading to the national capital to lodge their protest over the Centre's new agriculture laws.
Farmers to halt at Panipat, to continue march tomorrow
The farmers of Bharatiya Kisan Union going from Haryana to Delhi are not far from Delhi. They have now reached Panipat. If the reports are to be believed then tonight the farmers will stop in Panipat and tomorrow the farmers will march ahead for Delhi.
The farmers of Bharatiya Kisan Union going from Haryana to Delhi are not far from Delhi. They have now reached Panipat. If the reports are to be believed then tonight the farmers will stop in Panipat and tomorrow the farmers will march ahead for Delhi.
Haryana Police Asks People To Avoid Traveling On NH 10 & NH 44
Haryana Police have appealed to the citizens to avoid travelling on National Highway 10 (Hisar-Rohtak-Delhi) and National Highway 44 (Ambala-Panipat-Delhi), in view of 'Delhi Chalo' protest march by the farmers' organizations: Haryana CM's Office
Haryana Police have appealed to the citizens to avoid travelling on National Highway 10 (Hisar-Rohtak-Delhi) and National Highway 44 (Ambala-Panipat-Delhi), in view of 'Delhi Chalo' protest march by the farmers' organizations: Haryana CM's Office
Sukhbir slams Centre for dealing 'repressively' with farmers
Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Badal on Thursday came down heavily against the BJP governments in Haryana and at the Centre for dealing "repressively" with the peacefully and democratically protesting farmers.
"I strongly condemn the repression and persecution launched against the farmers in Haryana," he said, adding: "The water cannon would not douse flames of democratic protest against injustice."
Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Badal on Thursday came down heavily against the BJP governments in Haryana and at the Centre for dealing "repressively" with the peacefully and democratically protesting farmers.
"I strongly condemn the repression and persecution launched against the farmers in Haryana," he said, adding: "The water cannon would not douse flames of democratic protest against injustice."
Harrowing time for motorists amid farmers' protests in Haryana
Hundreds of vehicles, including trucks and buses, were stranded on the national highways across Haryana on Thursday as the police put up barricades to prevent the protesting farmers from moving towards the national capital as part of their 'Dilli Chalo' agitation.
Long queues of vehicles were seen on the Ambala-Delhi National Highway in Karnal city that connects Haryana with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.
(IANS)
Hundreds of vehicles, including trucks and buses, were stranded on the national highways across Haryana on Thursday as the police put up barricades to prevent the protesting farmers from moving towards the national capital as part of their 'Dilli Chalo' agitation.
Long queues of vehicles were seen on the Ambala-Delhi National Highway in Karnal city that connects Haryana with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.
(IANS)
Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh. : "The farmers here are agitating against the bills that they (Centre) have brought. You can't stop a person going to your capital city where Parliament is and expressing their views. Why are you stopping them?"
"Stopping farmers is going against the Constitutional spirit and freedom of speech of this country. I think the Haryana government should have allowed them to go and Delhi govt should give them space to go and sit down to present their point."
"Stopping farmers is going against the Constitutional spirit and freedom of speech of this country. I think the Haryana government should have allowed them to go and Delhi govt should give them space to go and sit down to present their point."
Sukhbir Badal Says 'Today Is Punjab's 26/11'
"Today is Punjab’s 26/11. We are witnessing end of right to democratic protest. Akali Dal condemns Haryana govt & Centre for choosing to repress peaceful farmer movement. Battle for Punjab farmers' rights can't be throttled by using water cannons against them," tweets SAD Chief.
"Today is Punjab’s 26/11. We are witnessing end of right to democratic protest. Akali Dal condemns Haryana govt & Centre for choosing to repress peaceful farmer movement. Battle for Punjab farmers' rights can't be throttled by using water cannons against them," tweets SAD Chief.
Haryana: Police use water cannon & tear-gas shells in Karnal to disperse farmers from Punjab heading towards Delhi.
Security increased further at Delhi-Karnal Highway as farmers intensify their protest by trying to break through barricades & move towards Delhi.
Security increased further at Delhi-Karnal Highway as farmers intensify their protest by trying to break through barricades & move towards Delhi.
Karnal: Tear gas, water cannons used by cops
The force deployed has used tear gas and water cannons on the agitating farmers in Karnal. Visuals from the ground report showed blanket of smoke covering the area, hindering visibility.
The force deployed has used tear gas and water cannons on the agitating farmers in Karnal. Visuals from the ground report showed blanket of smoke covering the area, hindering visibility.
Karnal: Tear gas, water cannons used by cops
The force deployed has used tear gas and water cannons on the agitating farmers in Karnal. Visuals from the ground report showed blanket of smoke covering the area, hindering visibility.
The force deployed has used tear gas and water cannons on the agitating farmers in Karnal. Visuals from the ground report showed blanket of smoke covering the area, hindering visibility.
Haryana: Police use water cannon to disperse farmers who have gathered in Karnal and are proceeding towards Delhi to protest against farm laws.
Update from Singhu border
Delhi: Security tightened & barricading being done at Singhu border (Delhi-Haryana border) in view of farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' call.
Delhi: Security tightened & barricading being done at Singhu border (Delhi-Haryana border) in view of farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' call.
Medha Patkar, farmers stopped at Rajasthan border, traffic disrupted
Meanwhile, hundreds of farmers led by Medha Patkar were stopped from entering Uttar Pradesh near the Saiyan village in Agra district close to the Rajasthan border.
The agitating farmers from Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh were headed for Delhi to join the demonstration against the farm laws. The agitators have sat on a dharna, and Medha Patkar is on a 12-hour long fast.
Meanwhile, hundreds of farmers led by Medha Patkar were stopped from entering Uttar Pradesh near the Saiyan village in Agra district close to the Rajasthan border.
The agitating farmers from Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh were headed for Delhi to join the demonstration against the farm laws. The agitators have sat on a dharna, and Medha Patkar is on a 12-hour long fast.
Traffic was also thrown out of gear at Delhi-Gurugram border as police has intensified checking at the border putting up barricades to check the entry of the farmers inside the capital.
Delhi Metro services to several areas of the national capital specially connecting Delhi UP border and Delhi Gurugram border and have also been changed and will remain suspended till 2 p.m. on Thursday.
Delhi Metro services to several areas of the national capital specially connecting Delhi UP border and Delhi Gurugram border and have also been changed and will remain suspended till 2 p.m. on Thursday.
At Singhu border the Delhi Police were seen putting barbed wires and Boulder barricades to stop farmers trolleys heading towards the national capital. The city police force are using innovative tactics by putting up trolleys filled with mud, pile of boulders, in order to put a break to farmers' efforts to march to Delhi to protest against the central government's Farm Laws.
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh condemns Haryana govt’s forcible attempts to prevent farmers from marching to Delhi. CM asks why Manohar Lal Khattar's govt was stopping farmers, terms use of force as undemocratic & unconstitutional: Punjab Chief Minister's Office
Braving tear-gas shells, water cannons, thousands break barricades in Haryana
Thousands of farmers practically rose up in arms as they braved tear-gas shells and water cannons, managed to break police barricades ahead of the Punjab-Haryana border in Shambhu near Ambala. Several protesters and policemen were injured.
The farmers broke barricades threw them down the bridge. According to the All India Kisan Sabha, there are over 50,000 farmers at the spot.
Bracing overnight rains and chilly winds, thousands of protesting farmers have assembled at various places along the Haryana-Punjab borders amid mounting tension.
Thousands of farmers practically rose up in arms as they braved tear-gas shells and water cannons, managed to break police barricades ahead of the Punjab-Haryana border in Shambhu near Ambala. Several protesters and policemen were injured.
The farmers broke barricades threw them down the bridge. According to the All India Kisan Sabha, there are over 50,000 farmers at the spot.
Bracing overnight rains and chilly winds, thousands of protesting farmers have assembled at various places along the Haryana-Punjab borders amid mounting tension.
Adopting a tough stand in support of the protesting farmers against the three Farm Laws, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday urged the BJP-led central leadership to direct saffron states' administrations not to indulge in strong-arm tactics against the "angry" agri community.
Farmers headed to Delhi to stage protest attempt to break through police barricades at Sadopur border in Ambala, water cannons used by security personnel to disperse crowds. (Image: ANI)
Farmers headed to Delhi to stage protest attempt to break through police barricades at Sadopur border in Ambala, water cannons used by security personnel to disperse crowds. (Image: ANI)
Farmers protest: Vigil stepped up in bordering areas of Delhi
The Delhi Police on Thursday strengthened its presence in border areas of the national capital in view of the 'Delhi chalo' protest march by farmers against the Centre's new farm laws.
At the Singhu border, the Delhi Police stationed trucks filled with sand to stop movement of tractors driven by farmers, police said. This is the first time that the city police has stationed trucks filled with sand at border points.
The Delhi Police on Thursday strengthened its presence in border areas of the national capital in view of the 'Delhi chalo' protest march by farmers against the Centre's new farm laws.
At the Singhu border, the Delhi Police stationed trucks filled with sand to stop movement of tractors driven by farmers, police said. This is the first time that the city police has stationed trucks filled with sand at border points.
The Delhi Police requested the farmers to cooperate with them in ensuring no gathering in Delhi amid coronavirus, failing which legal action will be initiated as per the law.
There is also a heavy deployment at the Ghazipur border, DND and Chilla too as a preventive measure. Several routes have also been diverted by the Delhi traffic police.
There is also a heavy deployment at the Ghazipur border, DND and Chilla too as a preventive measure. Several routes have also been diverted by the Delhi traffic police.
JUST IN | Senior police officers have been supervising the security arrangements specially at the Singhu border, Faridabad and Gurugram borders. The Delhi Police have already rejected the protest requests from the farmers citing the coronavirus pandemic.
With protesting farmers from Punjab assembling at the Delhi-Haryana borders on Thursday morning, the police in the national capital stepped up security and put barricades at several places. The police said they have denied the requests from the farmers' groups to hold protests in Delhi.
Absolutely wrong to prevent farmers from holding peaceful demonstrations: Kejriwal
It is absolutely wrong that farmers are being prevented from holding peaceful demonstrations against the Centre's new farm laws and water cannons are being used on them, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Thursday.
Haryana put up road barricades along its border with Punjab on Wednesday as farmers in the adjoining state massed with their tractor-trailers for their "Delhi Chalo" march to protest against the laws. Water cannons were used at least twice to disperse them and stop them from going to Delhi.
It is absolutely wrong that farmers are being prevented from holding peaceful demonstrations against the Centre's new farm laws and water cannons are being used on them, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Thursday.
Haryana put up road barricades along its border with Punjab on Wednesday as farmers in the adjoining state massed with their tractor-trailers for their "Delhi Chalo" march to protest against the laws. Water cannons were used at least twice to disperse them and stop them from going to Delhi.
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Cyclone Nivar LIVE | Cyclone Nivar is likely to cross between Mamallapuram and Karaikal during midnight today and early hours of 26th November, as per IMD.
Nivar is likely to move northwestwards and cross Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts between Mamallapuram and Karaikal around Puducherry during the intervening night of November 25 and 26 as a very severe cyclonic storm.
Nivar is likely to move northwestwards and cross Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts between Mamallapuram and Karaikal around Puducherry during the intervening night of November 25 and 26 as a very severe cyclonic storm.
Xi Jinping congratulates Joe Biden on his election as US Prez
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message to Joe Biden to congratulate him on election as U.S. president, reported People's Daily, China.
Earlier in the day, Without mentioning China by name, Biden spoke of the looming "competition for the future" and said the US would have to "do things like counter the predatory trade practices of our competitors and adversaries."
But also, he said, "We need to invest in our people, sharpen our innovative edge, and unite the economic might of democracies around the world to grow the middle class and reduce inequality."
Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message to Joe Biden to congratulate him on election as U.S. president, reported People's Daily, China.
Earlier in the day, Without mentioning China by name, Biden spoke of the looming "competition for the future" and said the US would have to "do things like counter the predatory trade practices of our competitors and adversaries."
But also, he said, "We need to invest in our people, sharpen our innovative edge, and unite the economic might of democracies around the world to grow the middle class and reduce inequality."
Cyclone Nivar | Public Holiday Announced In 13 Districts Of Tamil Nadu Till November 26
Due to Cyclone Nivar, the statewide public holiday to continue till Nov 26 in 13 districts of Tamil Nadu including Chennai, Vellore, Cuddalore, Viluppuram, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, Chengalpattu, and Perambalore: CM Edappadi K Palaniswami
Due to Cyclone Nivar, the statewide public holiday to continue till Nov 26 in 13 districts of Tamil Nadu including Chennai, Vellore, Cuddalore, Viluppuram, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, Chengalpattu, and Perambalore: CM Edappadi K Palaniswami
Cyclone Nivar Landfall Soon: Due to Cyclone Nivar, aircraft operations at Chennai Airport will remain suspended from 7 pm today to 7 am tomorrow.
PM Narendra releases special stamp and Rs 100 coin to commemorate the Centennial Foundation Day of the University of Lucknow.
MHA Issues Fresh Guidelines For Surveillance Containment & Caution
Ministry of Home Affairs issues fresh guidelines for surveillance, containment and caution. States/ UTs mandated to strictly enforce containment measures, SOPs on various activities and COVID-appropriate behavior and exercise caution and regulate crowds.
Only essential activities allowed in Containment Zones. Local district, police & municipal authorities shall be responsible to ensure that prescribed Containment measures are strictly followed & State/UT Govts shall ensure accountability of concerned officers, the MHA has said.
Ministry of Home Affairs issues fresh guidelines for surveillance, containment and caution. States/ UTs mandated to strictly enforce containment measures, SOPs on various activities and COVID-appropriate behavior and exercise caution and regulate crowds.
Only essential activities allowed in Containment Zones. Local district, police & municipal authorities shall be responsible to ensure that prescribed Containment measures are strictly followed & State/UT Govts shall ensure accountability of concerned officers, the MHA has said.
Malyalam film Jallikattu has been nominated from India for the 93rd Oscars awards
Total 27 films were in the race for Oscar entry from India. 4 Hindi films were also in the race. Of all these, Jallikattu has bagged the nomination for the current year.
Total 27 films were in the race for Oscar entry from India. 4 Hindi films were also in the race. Of all these, Jallikattu has bagged the nomination for the current year.
I am honoured to address this august gathering. This land belongs to Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel who played a very important role in the composition of the Indian Constitution: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, at the 80th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference in Kevadia, Gujarat
Air quality in national capital in severe category
Delhi's overall air quality deteriorated to the severe category from "very poor" on Wednesday morning. The national capital's AQI was in "severe" category on November 15 the last time but after that it had improved and remained in either "poor" or "moderate" category until November 22.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board(CPCB) mobile app, SAMEER, the city's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 401. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
Delhi's overall air quality deteriorated to the severe category from "very poor" on Wednesday morning. The national capital's AQI was in "severe" category on November 15 the last time but after that it had improved and remained in either "poor" or "moderate" category until November 22.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board(CPCB) mobile app, SAMEER, the city's air quality index (AQI) was recorded at 401. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
The Greater Chennai Corporation has issued 24x7 emergency numbers to lodge complaints related to Cyclone Nivar - 044 2538 4530; 044 2538 4530; 044 2538 4540 or 1913.
JUST IN | The rupee appreciated 6 paise to 73.95 against the US dollar in the opening session on Wednesday on sustained foreign fund inflows and positive development on the coronavirus vaccine front. On Tuesday, the rupee appreciated by 10 paise to close at a three-week high of 74.01 against the US dollar.
Have lost comrade, colleague, friend: Sonia on Patel's demise
Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday while condoling the death of Ahmed Patel said she has lost a dedicated Congress colleague. "In Sh. Ahmed Patel, I have lost a colleague, whose entire life was dedicated to the Congress Party." she said
"I have lost an irreplaceable comrade, a faithful colleague and a friend. I mourn his passing and I feel deeply for his bereaved family to whom I offer my sincere feelings of empathy and support," she added
Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday while condoling the death of Ahmed Patel said she has lost a dedicated Congress colleague. "In Sh. Ahmed Patel, I have lost a colleague, whose entire life was dedicated to the Congress Party." she said
"I have lost an irreplaceable comrade, a faithful colleague and a friend. I mourn his passing and I feel deeply for his bereaved family to whom I offer my sincere feelings of empathy and support," she added
Former Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi will be cremated at the Navagraha crematorium ground in the city on November 26, state minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday. Assam's first chief minister (then called premier) Lokpriyo Gopinath Bordoloi was cremated at the Navagraha crematorium and a part of the ground was demarcated as his memorial.
JUST IN | Amid a rift in the party, the Congress' Central Election Authority met on Tuesday again on the list of the electoral college of the party for the proposed organisational elections. The CEA, which is headed by Madhusudan Mistry and has Arvinder Singh Lovely, Rajesh Mishra, S. Jothimani and Krishna B. Gowda as members, will be sending the list to the Congress President for approval.
Due to Cyclone Nivar, IndiGo flights to or from in the southern region, mainly Chennai, have been disrupted. 49 flights that were scheduled for tomorrow have been cancelled. We will monitor the situation and decide on the further course of action for Nov 26: IndiGo Statement
Maharashtra: One person died and five were injured in a gas cylinder blast in Mumbai's Saki Naka. The fire has been doused. Injured have been admitted to hospital.
RSS body accuses RBI of favouritism, backdoor entry & snubbing due process
An influential RSS body has raised strong questions over the merger of the beleaguered Lakshmi Vilas Bank with DBS Bank India Ltd, , a wholly-owned subsidiary of DBS Bank Ltd, Singapore.
Shooting off a scathing letter to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, the Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), an RSS offshoot which forced the Narendra Modi-led government to backtrack on RCEP, has demanded 'transparency'.
An influential RSS body has raised strong questions over the merger of the beleaguered Lakshmi Vilas Bank with DBS Bank India Ltd, , a wholly-owned subsidiary of DBS Bank Ltd, Singapore.
Shooting off a scathing letter to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, the Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), an RSS offshoot which forced the Narendra Modi-led government to backtrack on RCEP, has demanded 'transparency'.
A Delhi court on Tuesday took cognisance of the fresh supplementary charge sheet filed against former JNU student Umar Khalid, university's research scholar Sharjeel Imam and Faizan Khan in a case related to the alleged conspiracy in the communal violence in northeast Delhi in February.
North India witnessed cold weather conditions Tuesday as parts of Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh received fresh snowfall, while Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in the south braced for cyclone Nivar, which is expected to hit the coastline late Wednesday evening as a "very severe cyclonic storm".
Cyclone Nivar Update | Several roads and intersections witnessed traffic congestion and waterlogging in Chennai on Tuesday in view of the intermittent rains influenced by the cyclonic storm 'Nivar.' The government, meanwhile, said following better storage in city's reservoirs, drinking water supply in the metropolis is set to be increased effective Wednesday.
The CPI(M)-led Left government in Kerala on Tuesday decided to bring in an ordinance to withdraw the controversial amendment to the Kerala Police Act, which had triggered a political storm with concerns being raised over its possible misuse.
Farooq Abdullah Encroached Upon 7 Kanal Land, Which Was Forest Land & State Land: RS Prasad
Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said that while purchasing 3 Kanal of land in 1998, Farooq Abdullah encroached upon 7 Kanal land, which was forest land & state land. There was a conscious land loot by powerful people. They got benefits under Roshni Act declared unconstitutional by HC.
Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said that while purchasing 3 Kanal of land in 1998, Farooq Abdullah encroached upon 7 Kanal land, which was forest land & state land. There was a conscious land loot by powerful people. They got benefits under Roshni Act declared unconstitutional by HC.
Farooq Abdullah Encroached Upon 7 Kanal Land, Which Was Forest Land & State Land: RS Prasad
Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said that while purchasing 3 Kanal of land in 1998, Farooq Abdullah encroached upon 7 Kanal land, which was forest land & state land. There was a conscious land loot by powerful people. They got benefits under Roshni Act declared unconstitutional by HC.
Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Tuesday said that while purchasing 3 Kanal of land in 1998, Farooq Abdullah encroached upon 7 Kanal land, which was forest land & state land. There was a conscious land loot by powerful people. They got benefits under Roshni Act declared unconstitutional by HC.
Covid-19: PM Modi To Hold Review Meeting With CMs Tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold a meeting with CMs of states over Covid-19 situation tomorrow, via video conferencing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold a meeting with CMs of states over Covid-19 situation tomorrow, via video conferencing
BREAKING: Comedian Bharti Singh and her husband Haarsh Limbachiyaa granted bail by a Special NDPS court in Mumbai. They were arrested by Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), in connection with the seizure of ganja from their residence.
JUST IN: AstraZeneca, Oxford Covid-19 Vaccine Up to 90% Effective in Late-Stage Trials
NCB Zonal Director Sameer Wankhede, His Squad Gets Attacked By Drug Peddlers In Mumbai
Drug peddlers in Mumbai attacked an NCB squad including zonal officer Sameer Wankhede during operation in Goregaon. Three people have been arrested so far. It is reported that one of the squad members have received injuries.
Drug peddlers in Mumbai attacked an NCB squad including zonal officer Sameer Wankhede during operation in Goregaon. Three people have been arrested so far. It is reported that one of the squad members have received injuries.
SC Seeks Affidavit From Delhi, Maha Govts Over Covid-19 Measures
Supreme Court seeks affidavit from Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, & Assam governments on the steps taken by them in regard to the current COVID19 condition in the states.
Supreme Court asks all the states to file status reports on steps they have taken, steps intended to be taken and help needed from Centre to combat #COVID19 situation.
Supreme Court seeks affidavit from Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, & Assam governments on the steps taken by them in regard to the current COVID19 condition in the states.
Supreme Court asks all the states to file status reports on steps they have taken, steps intended to be taken and help needed from Centre to combat #COVID19 situation.
The order to shut the Punjabi Basti market and Janta market, Nangloi, has been withdrawn.
As per the West Delhi district administration, the situation had worsened on Sunday evening. However now, the things have been brought under control and the shopkeepers have been advised to strictly follow the protocols of markets including masks and social distancing.
As per the West Delhi district administration, the situation had worsened on Sunday evening. However now, the things have been brought under control and the shopkeepers have been advised to strictly follow the protocols of markets including masks and social distancing.
Uttarakhand Governor Baby Rani Maurya Tests Positive For COVID-19
Governor of Uttarakhand, Baby Rani Maurya has tested positive for novel Coronavirus. Taking to her official Twitter account, Maurya in Hindi said "My corona test report has come positive. I am asymptomatic and have no problem."
Governor of Uttarakhand, Baby Rani Maurya has tested positive for novel Coronavirus. Taking to her official Twitter account, Maurya in Hindi said "My corona test report has come positive. I am asymptomatic and have no problem."
CBI Arrests Former Congress Minister Roshan Baig In IMA Scam Case
Karnataka: Former Congress Minister and ex-MLA Roshan Baig arrested by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in IMA scam case. According to the reports, he has been sent to 14 days judicial custody by CBI court.
Karnataka: Former Congress Minister and ex-MLA Roshan Baig arrested by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in IMA scam case. According to the reports, he has been sent to 14 days judicial custody by CBI court.
Tunnel detected near International Border in Samba sector of Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh on Sunday revealed that a tunnel has been detected near International Border in Samba sector. The DGP added that the terrorists killed in Nagrota encounter possibly entered the area through this tunnel.
Jammu Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh on Sunday revealed that a tunnel has been detected near International Border in Samba sector. The DGP added that the terrorists killed in Nagrota encounter possibly entered the area through this tunnel.
Congress Is On Its Lowest In Last 72 Years: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday said "Congress is on its lowest in the last 72 years. Congress does not have even the post of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha during last two terms. But Congress won 9 seats in Ladakh hill council elections even as we were not expecting such a positive result."
Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday said "Congress is on its lowest in the last 72 years. Congress does not have even the post of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha during last two terms. But Congress won 9 seats in Ladakh hill council elections even as we were not expecting such a positive result."
Mumbai Court has sent Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa to judicial custody in the drugs case. Bharti and her husband have filed a bail plea after the court order which will be heard tomorrow.
Speaking to ABP News, NCB official said that they will seek judicial custody of Bharti Singh as they want to interrogate her for her relations to drug peddlers. Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa have admitted to consuming drugs.
Comedienne Bharti Singh and her husband Harsh Lambachiya will be produced before Quilla Court after the medical test results will come. The tests are underway at Scion Hospital in Mumbai.
Comedienne Bharti Singh and her husband Harsh Lambachiya will be produced before Quilla Court after the medical test results will come. The tests are underway at Scion Hospital in Mumbai.
According to sources, Bharti Singh and Harsh Limbachiya will be produced in Mumbai's Killa Court at 11:30 am. According to the NCB general director, both Bharti and her husband have been charged for drug consumption. NCB raided Bharti Singh's house and found 86.3gm Ganja. Both Bharti and Harsh have confessed to consuming drugs.
According to sources, Bharti Singh and Harsh Limbachiya will be produced in Mumbai's Killa Court at 11:30 am. According to the NCB general director, both Bharti and her husband have been charged for drug consumption. NCB raided Bharti Singh's house and found 86.3gm Ganja. Both Bharti and Harsh have confessed to consuming drugs.
Bharti Singh's husband Harsh Limabchiya has confessed to consuming drugs, according to reports. NCB arrested him after 18 hrs of interrogation. Bharti Singh will be produced before court today.
NCB raided production office & house of comedian Bharti Singh & from both the places 86.5 gms of Ganja was recovered. Both Bharti & her husband Harsh Limbachiya accepted consumption of Ganja. Bharti Singh arrested & examination of Harsh Limbachiya is underway: NCB
AIADMK-BJP alliance will continue in the upcoming assembly elections, declares party coordinator O Panneerselvam in the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah.
"The Lok Sabha alliance will continue for the assembly elections. We have given 10 years of good governance. Our alliance will win the 2021 polls. Tamil Nadu will always support PM [Narendra] Modi," Mr Palaniswami said.
"The Lok Sabha alliance will continue for the assembly elections. We have given 10 years of good governance. Our alliance will win the 2021 polls. Tamil Nadu will always support PM [Narendra] Modi," Mr Palaniswami said.
Earlier this week, a major terror attack was thwarted by the Indian security forces with the killing of 4 Jaish terrorists in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. Now, top government sources have revealed that the terror attack was planned by ISI. Top JeM Commanders Abdul Rauf, Abu Jundal, Ashgar Khan and others were present in the meeting that took place in Bahawalpur.
Earlier this week, a major terror attack was thwarted by the Indian security forces with the killing of 4 Jaish terrorists in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. Now, top government sources have revealed that the terror attack was planned by ISI. Top JeM Commanders Abdul Rauf, Abu Jundal, Ashgar Khan and others were present in the meeting that took place in Bahawalpur.
Earlier this week, a major terror attack was thwarted by the Indian security forces with the killing of 4 Jaish terrorists in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. Now, top government sources have revealed that the terror attack was planned by ISI. Top JeM Commanders Abdul Rauf, Abu Jundal, Ashgar Khan and others were present in the meeting that took place in Bahawalpur.
Earlier this week, a major terror attack was thwarted by the Indian security forces with the killing of 4 Jaish terrorists in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. Now, top government sources have revealed that the terror attack was planned by ISI. Top JeM Commanders Abdul Rauf, Abu Jundal, Ashgar Khan and others were present in the meeting that took place in Bahawalpur.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Reaches Chennai, Expected To Meet Actor Rajinikanth Soon
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives In Chennai.
He will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various development projects in Tamil Nadu. Shah is also expected to meet actor Rajinikanth soon.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives In Chennai.
He will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various development projects in Tamil Nadu. Shah is also expected to meet actor Rajinikanth soon.
Only 100 Attendees Allowed In Marriage Functions In Noida, DM Brings Down Limit From 200 Due To Covid-19 Spread
Only 100 Attendees Allowed In Marriage Functions In Noida, DM Brings Down Limit From 200 Due To Covid-19 Spread
Uttar Pradesh government to now attach the property of those found guilty in cases of manufacturing spurious liquor.
NCB Raids Popular Comedian Bharti Singh & Her Husband Haarsh Limbachiyaa’s Flat: Besides comedian Bharti Singh's residence, NCB is raiding 3 places in Andheri, Lokhandwala, and Versova area. More details are awaited.
A Soldier has been killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along LoC in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials informed.
A Soldier has been killed in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan along LoC in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials informed.
Four Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists, who were killed in a gunbattle in Nagrota of Jammu and Kashmir, were in constant touch with Pakistani handlers in Shakargarh area of Punjab's Narowal district in Pakistan. The evidence of the same surfaced after security officials looked into the contents of their mobile phones.
‘Before Covid-19, Society Victimised By Two Pandemics - Religiosity, Strident Nationalism’: Former Vice President Hamid Ansari
Speaking at the virtual launch of senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's book 'The Battle of Belonging', Ansari said that in a short space of four years, India has made a long journey from its founding vision of civic nationalism to a new political imagery of cultural nationalism that appears to be firmly embedded in the public realm.
The former vice president said that "there is a passionate plea for an ideal of India (in the book), an India that was taken for granted by our generation" and now is seemingly endangered by "overt and covert ideas and ideologies that seek to segment it on imagined criteria of us and them".
"Hitherto, our core values were summed up as an existential reality of a plural society, a democratic polity and a secular state structure. These were accepted in the freedom movement, they were incorporated in the Constitution and encapsulated in the preamble of the Constitution," said Ansari.
Speaking at the virtual launch of senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's book 'The Battle of Belonging', Ansari said that in a short space of four years, India has made a long journey from its founding vision of civic nationalism to a new political imagery of cultural nationalism that appears to be firmly embedded in the public realm.
The former vice president said that "there is a passionate plea for an ideal of India (in the book), an India that was taken for granted by our generation" and now is seemingly endangered by "overt and covert ideas and ideologies that seek to segment it on imagined criteria of us and them".
"Hitherto, our core values were summed up as an existential reality of a plural society, a democratic polity and a secular state structure. These were accepted in the freedom movement, they were incorporated in the Constitution and encapsulated in the preamble of the Constitution," said Ansari.
Gujarat: Curfew To Be Imposed In Rajkot, Surat & Vadodara Between 9PM To 6AM From Tomorrow
Gujarat Deputy CM Nitin Patel on Friday announced to impose curfew in Rajkot, Surat and Vadodara between 9 pm and 6 am, starting November 21. The state government has decided to impose complete curfew in Ahmedabad from 9 pm of November 20 to 6 am of November 23.
Gujarat Deputy CM Nitin Patel on Friday announced to impose curfew in Rajkot, Surat and Vadodara between 9 pm and 6 am, starting November 21. The state government has decided to impose complete curfew in Ahmedabad from 9 pm of November 20 to 6 am of November 23.
No lockdown To Be Imposed In Madhya Pradesh: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday put the speculations to rest and said that no lockdown will be imposed in the state.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday put the speculations to rest and said that no lockdown will be imposed in the state.
Class 10, 12 CBSE Exam Schedule To Be Announced Soon
News agency PTI on Friday quoted Board secretary Anurag Tripathi saying that CBSE exams for class 10 and 12 will happen for sure. The schedule for Class 10 and 12 CBSE Exams will be announced soon.
News agency PTI on Friday quoted Board secretary Anurag Tripathi saying that CBSE exams for class 10 and 12 will happen for sure. The schedule for Class 10 and 12 CBSE Exams will be announced soon.
Al-Qaeda Chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri Dies In Afghanistan
Al-Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri reportedly died due to natural causes in his Afghanistan mountain hideout
Al-Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri reportedly died due to natural causes in his Afghanistan mountain hideout
Mumbai Schools Not To Reopen Till Dec 31,Can Resume From Nov 23 In Rest Of Maharashtra
In a major decision by Mumbai administration, all the schools in the city will remain closed till December 31. However, in rest of the state, schools may open from November 23.
In a major decision by Mumbai administration, all the schools in the city will remain closed till December 31. However, in rest of the state, schools may open from November 23.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bhutanese counterpart Lotay Tshering virtually launch RuPay Card phase-2 in Bhutan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan PM Lotay Tshering on Friday virtually launched RuPay Card phase-2 in Bhutan. The Bhutanese PM hailed India's lead in Covid-19 vaccine trial.
The Excellency's (PM Modi) leadership in tackling the pandemic at home is highly commended. I'm sure India will come out much stronger from the pandemic. The lead that India is taking in developing vaccines is source of hope for all of us, he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhutan PM Lotay Tshering on Friday virtually launched RuPay Card phase-2 in Bhutan. The Bhutanese PM hailed India's lead in Covid-19 vaccine trial.
The Excellency's (PM Modi) leadership in tackling the pandemic at home is highly commended. I'm sure India will come out much stronger from the pandemic. The lead that India is taking in developing vaccines is source of hope for all of us, he said.
UP To Bring Law Against Love Jihad Soon
The Uttar Pradesh government is set to soon bring a stringent law against love jihad. "A strict law against 'Love Jihad' will soon be brought in the state. Home Department has sent a proposal to the Department of Law," Home Department, Uttar Pradesh has stated.
The Uttar Pradesh government is set to soon bring a stringent law against love jihad. "A strict law against 'Love Jihad' will soon be brought in the state. Home Department has sent a proposal to the Department of Law," Home Department, Uttar Pradesh has stated.
Gujarat state government has announced that schools and colleges in the state will remain closed due to the current Covid-19 situation.
Earlier, the government had decided to reopen schools and colleges from November 23.
Earlier, the government had decided to reopen schools and colleges from November 23.
Gujarat state government has announced that schools and colleges in the state will remain closed due to the current Covid-19 situation.
Earlier, the government had decided to reopen schools and colleges from November 23.
Earlier, the government had decided to reopen schools and colleges from November 23.
Ahmedabad Set To Impose Night Curfew From Friday
Gujarat's capital city Ahmedabad is set to impose a night curfew from tomorrow, taking cognisance of the spike in Coronavirus cases in the state.
Gujarat's capital city Ahmedabad is set to impose a night curfew from tomorrow, taking cognisance of the spike in Coronavirus cases in the state.
Indian Army Launched Airstrikes At Terror Launch Pads In PoK: Sources Told PTI.
India has launched targeted airstrikes at PoK to destroy launch pads of terrorist outfits, news agency PTI reported. As per inputs, the action is in line with steps taken from November 13 to foil plans to launch attacks in India. More details about damages done are being awaited.
India has launched targeted airstrikes at PoK to destroy launch pads of terrorist outfits, news agency PTI reported. As per inputs, the action is in line with steps taken from November 13 to foil plans to launch attacks in India. More details about damages done are being awaited.
Punjab CM Amarinder Singh's son Raninder interrogated by ED for nearly 6 hours over the FEMA case. The probe is connected to the Income-Tax Department's findings that certain assets acquired abroad were not disclosed in 2005-07. The Punjab CM had questioned the timing of the move.
"Tejashwi Yadav should also resign as he is not only charged but also on bail in the IRCTC scam related to corruption. The trial was halted due to Covid. It can begin any day," Sushil Kumar Modi tweeted in Hindi.
JDU Responds To Education Minister Mewalal Choudhary's Resignation
JDU, responding to the development of Education Minister Mewalal Choudhary resigning, has termed this decision to be an ethical call. Meanwhile, the party has attacked Tejashwai Yadav for the accusations of money laundering against him and questioned if he will refuse to be the leader of opposition over the same.
JDU, responding to the development of Education Minister Mewalal Choudhary resigning, has termed this decision to be an ethical call. Meanwhile, the party has attacked Tejashwai Yadav for the accusations of money laundering against him and questioned if he will refuse to be the leader of opposition over the same.
"An accusation is proven only when a charge sheet is filed or a court gives an order and none of the two is there to prove the allegations against me," Mewa Lal Choudhary, before resigning from the position of Bihar Education Minister spoke on corruption charges levelled against him.
Bihar's education minister Mewalal Chaudhury resigns
Bihar minister Mewalal Chaudhary is facing corruption charges dating back to when he was the vice-chancellor of Bhagalpur's Sabaur Agriculture University in 2017. An FIR was also registered against him, alleging that Chaudhary was part of an appointment scam which led to illegal recruitment of 161 assistant professors and junior scientists in violation of the norms.
Mewalal Chaudhary is also facing corruption charges over the construction of a building on the Sabaur Agriculture University campus.
President of India Ram Nath Kovind, during his tenure as the Governor of Bihar, had initiated a probe against Mewalal Chaudhary in 2017. Charges of corruption levelled against Chaudhary were later found to be true.
Bihar Education Minister Mewalal Choudhary continues to refute all the allegations against him.
Bihar minister Mewalal Chaudhary is facing corruption charges dating back to when he was the vice-chancellor of Bhagalpur's Sabaur Agriculture University in 2017. An FIR was also registered against him, alleging that Chaudhary was part of an appointment scam which led to illegal recruitment of 161 assistant professors and junior scientists in violation of the norms.
Mewalal Chaudhary is also facing corruption charges over the construction of a building on the Sabaur Agriculture University campus.
President of India Ram Nath Kovind, during his tenure as the Governor of Bihar, had initiated a probe against Mewalal Chaudhary in 2017. Charges of corruption levelled against Chaudhary were later found to be true.
Bihar Education Minister Mewalal Choudhary continues to refute all the allegations against him.
India is uniquely positioned to leap ahead in the information era. We have the best minds as well as the biggest market. Our local tech solutions have the potential to go global. It is time for tech-solutions that are Designed in India but Deployed for the World: PM Narendra Modi
India is uniquely positioned to leap ahead in the information era. We have the best minds as well as the biggest market. Our local tech solutions have the potential to go global. It is time for tech-solutions that are Designed in India but Deployed for the World: PM Narendra Modi
Through technology, we have enhanced human dignity. Millions of farmers received monetary support in one click. At the peak of the #COVID19 lockdown, it was a technology that ensured that India's poor received proper and quick assistance: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Through technology, we have enhanced human dignity. Millions of farmers received monetary support in one click. At the peak of the #COVID19 lockdown, it was a technology that ensured that India's poor received proper and quick assistance: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
The four terrorists that were neutralised in the encounter at Ban toll plaza are likely from Jaish-e-Mohammed. They used old modus operandi and had recently infiltrated to the Indian side. The investigation is underway: Sources, as quoted by ANI
The four terrorists were hiding in a truck and were trying to escape to Srinagar. The security forces used UBGL (under barrel grenade launcher)to decimate the hidden terrorists, who were also firing from their end. The truck was targeted and explosion could be seen in the CCTV footage that has appeared. All the terrorists were killed by the end of 2 hour-long encounter.
The four terrorists were hiding in a truck and were trying to escape to Srinagar. The security forces used UBGL (under barrel grenade launcher)to decimate the hidden terrorists, who were also firing from their end. The truck was targeted and explosion could be seen in the CCTV footage that has appeared. All the terrorists were killed by the end of 2 hour-long encounter.
The four terrorists were hiding in a truck and were trying to escape to Srinagar. The security forces used UBGL (under barrel grenade launcher)to decimate the hidden terrorists, who were also firing from their end. The truck was targeted and explosion could be seen in the CCTV footage that has appeared. All the terrorists were killed by the end of 2 hour-long encounter.
The four terrorists have been shot dead in Nagrota Toll plaza encounter. The encounter between the security forces and the militants continues at the Ban toll plaza. Security has been tightened in Udhampur.
In Ghaziabad's Raj Nagar, Car Driver Fires Gunshots At Bike Rider
A shocking video of road rage has surfaced from Ghaziabad's Raj Nagar. In the visual, a card driver is seen firing gunshots at a biker rider after an argument breaks out between the two. The reason behind their quarrel is unknown.
However, the driver fires gunshots and flees from the scene. The police have taken cognisance of the incident and began a search for the person in question.
A shocking video of road rage has surfaced from Ghaziabad's Raj Nagar. In the visual, a card driver is seen firing gunshots at a biker rider after an argument breaks out between the two. The reason behind their quarrel is unknown.
However, the driver fires gunshots and flees from the scene. The police have taken cognisance of the incident and began a search for the person in question.
Twitter apologises to the parliamentary committee for displaying the wrong map of India that showed Ladakh as part of China. It has sought time till November 30 for rectification.
All Party Meeting In Delhi On Thursday
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called for an all-party meeting on November 19 to discuss COVID-19 situation in Delhi: Official.
The meeting will be held at 11 am tomorrow. President of Delhi's Congress Committee Anil Chaudhry and BJP Delhi's president Adesh Gupta have been invited.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called for an all-party meeting on November 19 to discuss COVID-19 situation in Delhi: Official.
The meeting will be held at 11 am tomorrow. President of Delhi's Congress Committee Anil Chaudhry and BJP Delhi's president Adesh Gupta have been invited.
Bangladesh All-Rounder Shakib Al Hasan Gets Protection After Receiving Death Threat For Inaugurating Kali Puja In Kolkata
Shakib Al Hasan was seen with security personnel during practice, a day after he apologised for inaugurating Kali Puja in Kolkata, for which he had received death threats.
Shakib Al Hasan was seen with security personnel during practice, a day after he apologised for inaugurating Kali Puja in Kolkata, for which he had received death threats.
Bengal: BJP Worker Killed In Cooch Behar Clash
A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) activist was killed and two other injured in a clash in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on Wednesday.
The incident took place at East Shikarpur near Nakkatigach area under Toofanganj police station as members from two different clubs violently clashed with each other over continuing Kali Puja celebration.
One person has been arrested in connection with the incident so far.
A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) activist was killed and two other injured in a clash in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on Wednesday.
The incident took place at East Shikarpur near Nakkatigach area under Toofanganj police station as members from two different clubs violently clashed with each other over continuing Kali Puja celebration.
One person has been arrested in connection with the incident so far.
HC Upholds AAP Govt's ban on Chhath Puja celebration
HC upholds Delhi govt's decision to ban Chhath puja celebration, says granting permission will act as super spreader of COVID-19
HC upholds Delhi govt's decision to ban Chhath puja celebration, says granting permission will act as super spreader of COVID-19
Bhima Koregaon case: Bombay High Court allows accused Varavara Rao to be admitted at Nanavati hospital for 15 days of treatment, on state government's cost. His family is allowed to visit him as per the hospital's norms.
Actress Kangana Ranaut Summoned By Mumbai Police
Mumbai: Kangana Ranaut and Rangoli Chandel summoned by Police, asking them to appear before Bandra Police on 23-24 Nov over "objectionable comments on social media to spread communal tension between 2 groups."
Case registered following Bandra Metropolitan Magistrate court order.
Mumbai: Kangana Ranaut and Rangoli Chandel summoned by Police, asking them to appear before Bandra Police on 23-24 Nov over "objectionable comments on social media to spread communal tension between 2 groups."
Case registered following Bandra Metropolitan Magistrate court order.
BREAKING | UP Assistant Teacher Exam: Top Court Upholds State Government's Decision On Cut-Off Marks
Supreme Court dismisses the appeal filed by UP Shiksha Mitra Association in connection with the case related to the recruitment of around 69,000 Assistant teachers in UP.
The court granted one last chance to the Shiksha Mitras to compete in the respective examinations.
Supreme Court dismisses the appeal filed by UP Shiksha Mitra Association in connection with the case related to the recruitment of around 69,000 Assistant teachers in UP.
The court granted one last chance to the Shiksha Mitras to compete in the respective examinations.
In Tamil Nadu, BJP leader Khushbu Sundar met with an accident near Melmaruvathur when a tanker rammed into her vehicle. She escaped unhurt. Police investigation is underway.
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