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The encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama broke out after the militants fired upon security forces who retaliated. The security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the district. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I6aQAc FP Staff

Maharashtra BJP MLA Ashish Deshmukh says saffron party-led governments at Centre, state 'failed to create jobs for youth'

Maharashtra BJP MLA Ashish Deshmukh questioned local BJP leaders' claim that over 50,000 youths have got jobs in MIHAN and the surrounding industrial area. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pwURCQ Press Trust of India

General Bipin Rawat says 'barbarism' against Indian soldiers by Pakistan Army needs to be avenged, 'other side must feel same pain'

Army chief General Bipin Rawat said on Saturday that stern action is needed to avenge the barbarism by terrorists and the Pakistan Army against Indian soldiers without resorting to brutality. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I59tSd Press Trust of India

Why Meera is loved across India: Her story captures the imagination, while her songs encapsulate the human condition

Meera's songs, unlike those of Surdas or Tulsidas, are simple, straightforward, directly from the heart, not remarkable for any use of poetic devices like alliteration or complex metaphors. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MIiTUB Lakshmi Sreeram

J&K Police begins performance review of SPOs; some fear it may make them more vulnerable to militant attacks

Militant attacks on police personnel in Jammu and Kashmir have taken place even as authorities are conducting a performance assessment of over 30,000 special police officers. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I59oOp Ishfaq Naseem

Narendra Modi to review progress of Udhampur-Banihal highway project in Jammu and Kashmir on 26 Sept, says official

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will next month review the progress of the Udhampur-Banihal highway four-laning project, a top central government official said on Saturday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pwCZbk Press Trust of India

India-US 2+2 talks: Good to see Sushma Swaraj, Nirmala Sitharaman at fore but issue of adequate women representation lingers

Certainly, the lack of adequate representation of women from much of our politics is not because of a lack of talent. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I6jjDo Aakar Patel

Narendra Modi to launch Ayushman Bharat from Ranchi today: Scheme will provide annual coverage of Rs 5 lakh per family

The ambitious Ayushman Bharat scheme aims to provide a coverage of Rs 5 lakh per family annually, benefiting more than 10.74 crore poor families for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ptSPmL Press Trust of India

Rafale controversy and Hollande's shocker: Former French president has handed Rahul Gandhi early Diwali gift

Francois Hollande's revelations in connection with the Rafale controversy has sparked a political maelstrom in India. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I59ju5 Sreemoy Talukdar

Daily Bulletin: Narendra Modi to roll out Ayushman Bharat scheme; India to face Pakistan again in Asia Cup; today's top stories

From Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the Ayushman Bharat insurance scheme today, to India playing Pakistan in the Asia Cup, here are the top stories for the day. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2prybE2 FP Staff

Moon mission Chandrayaan 2 is a calculated risk, says ISRO chairman K Sivan

ISRO's moon mission Chandrayaan 2, a 'calculated risk' undertaken in the knowledge that 50 percent of such launches have failed, will land at a spot where no country has gone before, its chairman K Sivan said on Saturday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I6SCyD Press Trust of India

Dr Kafeel Khan, out on bail in Gorakhpur hospital tragedy case, held for 'disturbing' services in Bahraich hospital

Dr Kafeel Khan, who is out on bail in connection with the death of infants at a state-run hospital in Gorakhpur last year, was arrested on Saturday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pwCYnM Press Trust of India

Gujarat BJP to hold 'Sardar Patel yatras' in 10,000 villages over 10 days before unveiling 'statue of unity'

The Gujarat BJP will organise "Sardar Patel Yatras" in 10,000 villages over 10 days prior to the unveiling of "Statue of Unity" on 31 October. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I6p1Fh Press Trust of India

Couple in Thane carrying infant arrested with 3 kilograms of charas, case registered under NDPS Act

The couple carried a three-month old child with them, possibly assuming that the infant's presence would not arouse the police's suspicion, an official said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pv8lih Press Trust of India

Electric buses are crucial for fighting pollution, but transition from traditional vehicles in India won't be easy

In the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco, several bureaucrats of Indian cities proudly announced the number of electric buses their cities had. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I8fcqr Karthikeyan Hemalatha

JNUSU poll results show Left and its allies in retreat, ABVP well on way to conquering 'final frontier'

The ABVP has won everywhere nearly consistently, except JNU, and the Left is on a retreat everywhere, except JNU from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ptSMY7 Shreejay Sinha

'Only Dassault can comment on this': Franois Hollande on whether India put pressure to work together

Under the Rafale deal, France must spend amounts totalling around half the eight billion euros ($9.4 bn) paid by the Indian government. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I85KDH AFP Relaxnews

Vyapam scam: Congress leader Digvijay Singh deposes in his complaint against Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Uma Bharti

In his plea, Digvijay Singh has sought criminal prosecution of Chouhan, Bharti and five others in the Vyapam scam. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2puqixq Press Trust of India

519 projects cleared in 'protected areas' since 2014; activists say hasty decisions risk endangered species

No more than 1.1 percent projects were rejected, on average, annually between June 2014 and May 2018, dropping from 11.9 percent under the previous UPA government. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2I6p1oL IndiaSpend

India is improving on economic performance, but growth eludes struggling lower middle class: Index

Whether you like it or not, India is still behind its South Asian counterparts in terms of social parameters, despite its remarkable economic performance. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pryazY

RLSP blames Nitish Kumar's JD(U) for creating 'confusion' over seat-sharing in ruling coalition in Bihar

JD(U) leaders such as RCP Singh have claimed that talks on seat-sharing were in final stages. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DkJBTK Press Trust of India

'Will cut tongues of abusive MPs, MLAs': Threat from Andhra Pradesh policeman after outburst from TDP MP

A police inspector in Andhra Pradesh caused a flutter threatening to cut tongues of elected representatives if they spoke in a manner hurting the morale of the force. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nth0QK The Associated Press

Narendra Modi slams Naveen Patnaik for rejecting Ayushman Bharat, alleges state govt following 'percentage commission' culture

Narendra Modi said Odisha lagged on Swachh Bharat campaign parameters and Naveen Patnaik should improve the level of cleanliness in the coastal state. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Dw5z6y Press Trust of India

After Franois Hollande sparks fresh row over Rafale deal, Centre says it had 'no role' in selection of Indian firm

The government reiterated that it had no role in the selection of Reliance Defence as the Offset partner in Rafale deal. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NANn0c FP Staff

Jammu and Kashmir local body polls, Part II: Few women seek office in face of violence from militants, govt apathy

Aasha said it is difficult for women to stand against the corrupt politicians of Jammu and Kashmir, who never take women representatives seriously. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Dodd2B Sameer Yasir

Franois Hollande's Rafale bombshell: India's response must go beyond war of words between BJP, Congress

Franois Hollande has flung gallons of fuel into the fire over the Rafale deal and actually let down Dassault, which has been forced into clumsy denial. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NyHXmg Bikram Vohra

Narendra Modi in Odisha: PM inaugurates new airport at Jharsuguda, says it will act as lifeline in western region of state

Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a new airport at Jharsuguda, which he said will attract investors to the mineral-rich area. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DkDqiI Press Trust of India

Restructuring Indian Armed Forces: Proposed changes to peacekeeping missions, promotions and healthcare defy logic

As the situation on the border remains tense, it seems the government is making no effort to give the uniform its due from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NyId4I Bikram Vohra

Rafale row: Hollande's claims could expose BJP government's double standards, endanger ties with Russia

The government may be in for a bigger crisis than the Rafale deal with the US continuing to threaten India with CAATSA sanctions, especially ahead of Vladimir Putin's India visit in October when the S-400 Triumf deal is expected to be possibly inked from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xxHPJB Prakash Katoch

13 killed in Himachal Pradesh after overcrowded bus falls into 100-metre-deep gorge near Shimla

Thirteen people were killed on Saturday when an overcrowded bus skidded off the road and fell into a 100-metre deep gorge in Himachal Pradesh near Shimla. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MVtwDq Indo-Asian News Service

Narendra Modi in Odisha: PM says previous govt did not take decision on triple talaq 'fearing vote loss'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hit out at the Opposition for stalling the Triple Talaq Bill in the Rajya Sabha. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xvn4OR Asian News International

Ayushman Bharat to benefit 57 lakh families in Jharkhand, says CM Raghubar Das; 246 medical coordinators trained

Raghubar Das on Saturday said that the Ayushman Bharat scheme or the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) will benefit about 57 lakh families in the state. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MUcDcd Asian News International

Bishop Franco Mulakkal sent to police custody till 24 September; magistrate's court rejects bail plea

Bishop Franco Mulakkal has been sent to police custody till 24 September and his bail application has also been dismissed by the magistrate court. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xujzZ4 FP Staff

Bhima Koregaon riots: Thousands suffered loses, but compensation 'inadequate', reached 260 families at most

When thousands of people had been victimised in Bhima Koregaon riots, the compensation of Rs 7.97 crores sanctioned by the Maharashtra state government seems to have reached only 260 families at the most. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MNBYVr Parth MN

CIC directs MEA to disclose names of private persons who accompanied Narendra Modi on foreign tours

In October 2017, Karabi Das approached the MEA seeking information on expenses incurred on the prime minister's foreign visits in 2015-16 and 2016-17, along with the list of people travelling with him. No satisfactory information was provided to the applicant, following which he approached the CIC from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NjC2Am Press Trust of India

Delhi Dialogues: An exhibition of archival photos traces everyday images of the city, and how it has changed

The Delhi Visual Archive, being built by the Centre for Community knowledge, Ambedkar University is a fine example of reclaiming this lesser seen - quite literally - side of Delhi's narrative. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xy0CUr

Apple iPhone XS and XS Max teardown reveals Intel, Toshiba components

The latest iPhones also had DRAM and NAND memory chips from Micron Technology. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O2kHMH Reuters

Hollande's Rafale shocker: Dassault claims it was free to pick Indian partner; Congress cries cronyism, collusion

Too many people have said too much on the hotly contentious Rafale Deal since former French President Franco Hollande indicated that the Indian government pushed Dassault to partner with Reliance Defence for the Rs 58,000 crore fighter jet deal. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PXl0Wx FP Staff

Bishop Franco Mulakkal faces magistrate's court in Pala over rape charges; police likely to press for 3-day remand

Sources said ECG and other cardiac-related tests were performed on Mulakkal after he complained about chest pains. His health condition is said to be normal from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O2kGID FP Staff

Maharashtra police arrests 50-year-old man for allegedly raping minor in Thane's Bhiwandi

A five-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her neighbour near Thane in Maharashtra, police said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PYEGtk Press Trust of India

Narendra Modi lays foundation stone for Talcher fertiliser project in Odisha, says it will help cut import of natural gas, fertiliser

Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Rs 13,000 crore-project to revive the Talcher fertiliser plant will for the first time see coal being converted into gas for use as feedstock. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O3fVi4 Press Trust of India

Shopian killing: For the Rajput community in Valley, policeman Kulwant Singh becomes first victim of Kashmir conflict

Kulwant Singh told the militants who had entered his house on Friday that he was announcing his resignation from the Jammu and Kashmir Police at 4 pm and that he was happy running a small cosmetics shop, yet they took him away. His bullet-ridden body was found later that day from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PYOkfq Sameer Yasir

Ayushman Bharat could be India's Big Bang moment in healthcare, but addressal of OPD care issues remains a key

By giving up to ?5 lakh health insurance coverage to 10.7 crore families, the government is bringing healthcare to the poorest of the country, and if realised, it promises a revolution from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O78lD0 Sonal Matharu

CBI terms Rakesh Asthana's complaint to CVC against its director Alok Verma as 'malicious' and 'frivolous'

CBI on Friday described the complaint by its Special Director Rakesh Asthana to the CVC against its chief Alok Verma as "malicious" and "frivolous". from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PYQko1 Indo-Asian News Service

Rahul Gandhi to visit Amethi for two-day tour on 24 September; will inaugurate projects in Tiloi Assembly segment

Rahul Gandhi will inaugurate some projects at Jais under Tiloi Assembly segment completed through MP-LAD fund. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NZFJM6 Press Trust of India

India's decision to call off foreign minister-level meeting in New York 'unfortunate', says Shah Mehmood Qureshi

Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Friday expressed disappointment at India calling off a meeting between him and external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xGIQyq Press Trust of India

Rafale row: HAL, Dassault had serious differences on UPA-negotiated deal, ex-HAL chief's statement factually incorrect, say govt sources

Government sources on Thursday dismissed as "factually incorrect" media reports of former Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) chief TS Raju claiming that the defence undertaking had signed a work-share contract with French company Dassault Aviation from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2znzVUu Indo-Asian News Service

Five arrested for allegedly molesting 21-year-old MNC employee in Gurgaon, search for two other accused underway

The incident occurred in Gurgaon when the woman was returning from her work around 10 pm. She saw some youths disturbing other residents. Upon enquiring into the incident, one of the men came out from the flat and tried to drag her inside. She somehow managed to come out of his clutch and ran toward her residence. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISl7i Press Trust of India

Rafale row: 'Not involved in choosing Indian partners for Dassault,' says French govt on Francois Hollande statement

The French government Friday said it was in no manner involved in the choice of Indian industrial partners for the Rafale fighter jet deal, asserting that French companies have the full freedom to select Indian firms for the contract. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmQcJj Press Trust of India

Rafale deal: Narendra Modi betrayed India, dishonoured soldiers' blood, says Rahul Gandhi after Hollande sets off fresh row

Thanking former French President Franois Hollande over his statement on the controversial Rafale deal, Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has betrayed India, and has dishonoured the blood of our soldier from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISkAg Asian News International

Daily Bulletin: Rafale row to continue in news; Franco Mulakkal to be produced in court; Modi will visit Odisha, Chhattisgarh; today's top stories

The much talked about Rafale Deal is expected to occupy headline space, apart from this the prime minister will visit poll-bound Chhattisgarh and state of Odisha today; news you should look out for today from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2znzUQq FP Staff

Kerala nun rape case: Hours after arrest, Bishop Franco Mulakkal complains of chest pain, taken to hospital in Kottayam

Mulakkal complained of chest pain when he was being taken to the Kottayam Police Club from the Crime Branch office in Thrippunithura in Ernakulam district. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OIiKCn Press Trust of India

Jammu and Kashmir policemen killed: Resolve of force remains unshaken, say senior officials

Faced with backlash from the State, militants have turned to carrying out low-risk attacks on the Jammu and Kashmir Police from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zneQtx Rayan Naqash

Narendra Modi to inaugurate airport in Odisha's Jharsuguda, address farmers' rally in Chhattisgarh on Saturday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Odisha and poll-bound Chhattisgarh on Saturday and launch several projects in the two states. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISjwc Press Trust of India

No one will be falsely implicated in SC/ST Act cases: Jyotiraditya Scindia

Senior Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday assured people that no one would be implicated falsely in Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act cases. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmQcsN Press Trust of India

Will University Grants Commission dare to celebrate 8 November as surgical strike day? asks Kapil Sibal

Senior Congress leader Kapil Sibal on Friday asked whether the University Grants Commission would "dare" to celebrate 8 November, the day when demonetisation was announced in 2016, as 'surgical strike day'. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OIiHqb Press Trust of India

Ex-Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed asks India to exert its influence to ensure free and fair election

Nasheed, 51, was forced to quit his office in 2012 in what supporters regard as a coup, and was narrowly defeated by Yameen in a presidential poll the following year. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmD1bf Press Trust of India

11-year-old girl raped at hospital in Delhi's Rohini area; police arrest sweeper working on contractual basis

The Delhi Police said the girl, who is 11 years old, was admitted to the ESI Hospital in Rohini on 13 September. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISis8 Indo-Asian News Service

Visually, speech-impaired inmate of shelter home in Gwalior allegedly raped by watchman, nine booked

A 24-year-old visually and speech-impaired inmate of a shelter home in Gwalior was allegedly raped by its watchman. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmD0Ed Press Trust of India

Malaria, mystery fever in Uttar Pradesh leaves 30 dead in two days; hospitals ill-equipped to tackle crisis

Rural regions of Uttar Pradesh are yet again struggling to prevent their patients from falling prey to seasonal diseases like malaria. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OIiGm7 Bhim Manohar and Rahul Yadav

'We swear by the gun, we'll let him go': Relatives of slain policemen in Shopian recall militants' false assurances

The militants abducted the policemen from their homes in Shopian early on Friday and promised to their families that they will be safely returned to them. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2znzRUK Sameer Yasir

Manipur University row: Varsity's suspended V-C was facing protests over financial irregularities, favouritism

Around half an hour post-midnight on Thursday, hundreds of policemen barged into the Manipur University hostels. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OIiFi3 Armstrong Chanambam and Angarika Gogoi

Chairman of Coimbatore college under fire after video shows him molesting woman; students demand arrest

The chairman of a private college in Coimbatore has courted trouble after a video purportedly showing him molesting a woman staff went viral. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2znzQQG Press Trust of India

India-Pakistan meeting cancelled: New Delhi takes right step but should get rid of its naivete on Imran Khan

The flip-flop with Pakistan does little to establish India's credibility as an emerging power and damages its reputation. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISgk0 Sreemoy Talukdar

Bandipora encounter: Security forces kill five LeT militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Sumlar area

Officials said that the five militants belonged to a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) group that had probably infiltrated recently into the Kashmir Valley. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmCWUZ Indo-Asian News Service

Data suggests Centre's move to roll out sex offenders registry is ill-advised; move will only create more problems

India is not ready for a sex offenders registry because it seems to be violating more rights in the garb of protecting public safety. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISffW Deya Bhattacharya

Franois Hollande tells French media outlet Dassault had no choice in selecting Rafale deal partner; MoD 'verifying' report

Hollande's reported statement contradicts the Indian government's claim that the agreement between Dassault and the Indian firm was a commercial pact between two private parties from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2zmCVjT FP Staff

Jammu and Kashmir policemen 'quit', apologise to public after Hizbul Mujahideen kills three cops in Shopian

Hours after three Jammu and Kashmir policemen were abducted and killed by militants, nine others reportedly announced their resignation-some on social media-hinting at a panic among the force. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OISd7O Ishfaq Naseem

'True face of Imran revealed': MEA calls off talks between India and Pakistan, cites killing of police, Burhan Wani stamps

India is reportedly rethinking its decision of Union minister Sushma Swaraj meeting her Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NwlxSq FP Staff

Indigo Airlines bus with 50 passengers on board catches fire at Chennai airport, no one injured

No one was on the Indigo airlines' bus was injured as the blaze was put out immediately by Fire and Rescue Services personnel. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Dla1Vr Press Trust of India

Jammu and Kashmir local body polls: Panchayati raj institutions fail to take wing; locals blame 'political interference'

Political interference by the Jammu and Kashmir state government seems to have played spoilsport with respect to the institution of panchayati raj. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nwm6f0 Sameer Yasir

After terrorists abduct and kill 3 Jammu and Kashmir policemen, nine cops announce resignation

Three policemen were abducted from their homes in south Kashmir's Shopian district and shot dead in cold blood by the Hizbul Mujahideen on Friday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Dl9UsZ FP Staff

BJP leader Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay files PIL in SC challenging Article 370; claims special provision was 'temporary'

The plea has said the special provision was "temporary" in nature at the time of framing of the Constitution and Article 370 (3) lapsed with the dissolution of the Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly on 26 January 1957. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NwloOS Press Trust of India

Jammu and Kashmir updates: Who is responsible for treating J&K like a lab experiment? asks Congress

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE updates: Taking note of reports that some Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel have resigned, the Ministry of Home Affairs said that these reports were untrue and motivated by false propaganda from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DlMkfQ FP Staff

Imran Khan writes to Narendra Modi: Pakistan laughing at India's pussyfooting as NDA repeats UPA's mistakes

Pakistan would be quite amused at the anniversary celebrations of 'Surgical Strikes Day' from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NwlkyC Prakash Katoch

India's under-5 mortality rate drops 30% since 2012, matches global average; Bangladesh and Nepal do better

Within India, large disparities between states on health indicators such as infant mortality show high levels of inequality in access to healthcare and sanitation levels. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DjRUzg IndiaSpend

Manipur University news updates: BHU council mulls suspending AP Pandey from university over MU raid controversy

Manipur University news LIVE updates: According to the highly placed sources in the Banaras Hindu University (BHU), the executive council is now contemplating suspending AP Pandey from the university. The decision is being taken in view of controversies surrounding Pandey. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nwld6a FP Staff

K Yugindro Singh takes over as acting V-C of Manipur University; mobile internet suspended after midnight raids

Hours after the police arrested 89 students and six professors from the Manipur University campus in Imphal, K Yugindro Singh took over as the acting Vice-Chancellor. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DhH2So FP Staff

Yogi Adityanath cancels visit to dominantly scheduled caste village Kol Gadhiya, second year in a row

Rumour - and the administration - had it that Yogi was to visit Kol Gadhiya on 16 September. An army of labour was launched to clean and pave the way for Yogi's convoy. Last year, in October 2017, he had stood this village up for the first time. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nwl5nc Khabar Lahariya

Jet Airways passengers suffer nosebleeds: Complaint lodged against crew members for 'dereliction of duty'

A complaint has been lodged against the staff and crew members of the Jet Airways flight for "dereliction of duties amounting to attempt of murder of travellers." from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DhGTOQ FP Staff

Rewari gangrape: Prime suspect's police custody extended by 4 days, two other accused also remanded to custody

The incident took place on 12 September in Kanina in Mahendragarh, where a 19-year-old girl hailing from Rewari was abducted from a bus stop from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DjloNI FP Staff

Touts still in business despite doorstep delivery scheme, says one of first Delhi residents to avail service under new system

Overall, Anuj Kumar explained that he had a pleasant and hassle-free experience with the Delhi doorstep delivery of services scheme. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NugWAs Kangkan Acharyya

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE updates: Congress mocks Centre, says MHA believes cops are resigning 'joyously'

MHA denies reports on J&K policemen's resignation, says they are based on 'false propaganda by mischievous elements'

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a statement denying reports of resignations of Jammu and Kashmir police personnel. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NpZHQJ FP Staff

Clean the Church: You're sinner if you talk, tolerating 'it' will take you closer to God; what they want you to believe

Different rules and moralities apply to clergy and lay people. Or at least that's how many Churches want it. You are a sinner only if you talk about it. If you don't, the abuse might lead you closer to God, or so they'd have young impressionable minds think. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Djw5zS Romal Lasram

IMD says weakened Cyclone DAYE has crossed Odisha, reached Chhattisgarh: Malkangiri worst hit; warning for fisherfolk continues

Cyclone DAYE, after causing heavy rain in Odisha's Malkangiri district, weakened around noon on Friday. According to the MET department, the remainder of the cyclone, which is expected to move north-west. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PWDJ4E FP Staff

'Observe 29 September as Surgical Strike Day': UGC issues circular to universities, Opposition terms it 'another jumla'

In a first, the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Thursday directed universities and higher educational institutes across the country to observe 29 September as "Surgical Strike Day" to mark the second anniversary of the Indian Army's strike against terror cells across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NvKwpa FP Staff

Amid protests, Shivraj Singh Chouhan says no arrests will be made under amended SC/ST Act without probe

Chouhan was replying to a query on the protests in the state against the Parliament clearing the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Bill, 2018 in August restoring some stringent provisions of the Act. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Djw8M4 FP Staff

Pravin Togadia says Narendra Modi was elected to build Ram temple, but he 'became lawyer of Muslims'

Pravin Togadia criticised the BJP-led government on its economic policies and also on matters related to India's security, saying that the farmers and the youth are faced with immense problems and the lives of jawans are not safe. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NxQCWc Press Trust of India

Open prisons: Solution to India's overcrowded jails can be used for better rehabilitation of convicts

Conceptually, open prisons were developed to rehabilitate prisoners who had almost completed their sentence. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DkNaJx IndiaSpend

International Peace Day: Take this quiz to test your awareness of global peace efforts and their importance

Nations across the world are observing 21 September as the International Peace Day, a day "devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples" from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NullmH Sunil Dhavala

Universities in West Bengal won't observe 'Surgical Strike Day' as directed by UGC, says minister Partha Chatterjee; calls it 'BJP's agenda'

The UGC direction to universities to mark September 29 as "Surgical Strike Day" is a part of the BJP's "political agenda" and educational institutes in West Bengal will not observe the day, state Education Minister Partha Chatterjee. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DkRjxe Press Trust of India

Cyclone in Odisha 'Daye' updates: Cyclonic storm continues westward movement, reaches Chhattisgarh; may weaken by evening

Cyclone Daye LIVE updates:Cyclone Daye crossed Odisha state and has moved towards Chattishgarh state. According to the latest IMD report, it was centred roughly east-southeast of Raipur. It is very likely to continue to move west-northwestwards and weaken gradually into a Depression during next 12 hours. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nu3fkT FP Staff

Manipur University news LIVE updates: BHU council mulls suspending AP Pandey from university over MU raid controversy

Kerala nun rape case: CPM says protest seeking arrest of bishop Franco 'politically motivated' to tarnish Left govt

CPM state secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan on Thursday termed the protest seeking arrest of Bishop Franco Mulakkal by the five nuns as 'politically motivated' and 'designed to tarnish the image of the Kerala government' from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nqegnc Greeshma Rai

CVC initiates probe against CBI director Alok Verma; second-in-command Rakesh Asthana had filed complaint

CBI officer Rakesh Asthana had written a formal complaint to the Cabinet Secretary alleging that the agency's director Alok Verma, sought to impede his functioning, interfere in investigations and malign his reputation from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2DlfOui FP Staff

Politics, militancy, cops, reservation: Meltdown at Manipur University was at tipping point, V-C AP Pandey only triggered it

It is said a university is not a political party, and education is not an indoctrination. But the happenings at hallowed grounds of Manipur Central University, leading to a more than 85-day-long strike, is underscoring something quite the contrary. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nsl5oy Sanjib Kr Baruah

Mehbooba Mufti condemns abduction, murder of three police officers; says 'Centre's muscular policy not working'

Mehbooba Mufti also tweeted that with the rise of abductions of police officials and their families, the Centre's muscular policy was not working. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Dhg5yc FP Staff

Hizbul Mujahideen warns Jammu and Kashmir policemen before killing 3 cops in Shopian; 8 from state 'quit' force

At least eight policemen from the Jammu and Kashmir Police announced their resignation on Friday, after three SPO's were abducted and murdered by the Hizbul Mujahideen earlier in the day. More resignations are likely to follow from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2Nqefj8 FP Staff

Manipur University raids LIVE updates: Yugindro Singh takes over as V-C in-charge; midnight raids conducted after he filed FIR

Manipur University news LIVE updates: Vice-Chancellor in-charge, Professor K Yugindro Singh and Registrar in-charge Shyam Kesho arrived at the university late morning on Thursday. They were forced to sign an apology letter by the Manipur University Students Union, the MU Teachers Union and the MU Staff Association. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MQS9kL FP Staff

Jammu and Kashmir LIVE updates: 8 cops resign after militants abduct and kill three SPOs from Shopian

Police identified the dead as constable Nissar Ahmed and two special police officers - Firdous Ahmed and Kulwant Singh - from Kapren and Heepora areas of Shopian district. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xsYxtz FP Staff

Three abducted Jammu and Kashmir special police officers killed by Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists in Shopian

In Jammu and Kashmir, militants had kidnapped three Special Police Officers (SPOs) and one police personnel after barging into their houses on Thursday night. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pse8VR FP Staff

Muharram procession banned in Srinagar due to security reasons

"The restrictions are preventive in nature and have been imposed to maintain law and order," an officer said. Since 1989, authorities have not allowed the 8th and 10th Muharram procession here due to security reasons. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MTKPEW IANS

Cyclone DAYE updates: Cyclonic storm continues westward movement, reaches Chhattisgarh; may weaken by evening

Chhattisgarh polls: Congress slams BSP over alliance with Ajit Jogi's Janta Congress, claims tie-up has support of BJP

The main opposition party was hoping for an alliance with the Bahujan Samaj Party to take on the BJP in upcoming polls. It said the BSP has allied with Jogi, an ex-Congressman, as it was facing heat from central government agencies. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MQ7oKU Press Trust of India

Snake undergoes MRI scan for broken spine in Chembur; bamboo pit viper recovering, responding to medicine

The snake, a bamboo pit viper, was found beaten with sticks in Dahisar. The venomous serpent was spotted by a local hawaldar, who handed it over to Anil Kubal, a snake rescuer. The serpent was taken to the clinic of veterinary doctor Deepa Katyal in suburban Chembur where it was found its spine had got damaged, Kubal said Thursday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pse2xt Press Trust of India

Kerala nun rape case: Questioning of Franco Mulakkal continues for third day; decision on arrest likely today

Police have sought a legal opinion as to whether Mulakkal, whose anticipatory bail plea is pending before the high court, can be arrested. After the interrogation, the police had said verification was required in matters so far placed before the investigation team and that will be completed by Friday morning. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MTKx0O Press Trust of India

Manipur University news LIVE updates: Midnight raids were pre-planned to avoid media coverage, say local reporters

Manipur University news LIVE updates: The midnight raids at Manipur University on Thursday night were planned in advance. The police team with arms and ammunition conducted the raid after they confirmed that all newspapers had completed publication. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OF7d6F FP Staff

11 lions found dead within few days in Gujarat's Gir forest; forest officials say lung infection, infighting likely cause of death

The Gir forest administration is making efforts to save the remaining lions by providing them with proper medical care. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O6j1Cd Asian News International

Two militants killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora after search operation turned into encounter

An Army official said while one militant was killed on Thursday, the body of another militant was recovered this morning. "Two militants have been killed in the Bandipora operation," the official said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OF75UJ Press Trust of India

Manipur University row: Police arrests 90 students, 5 faculty members in midnight raids; V-C AP Pandey under fire for appointment of deputy

90 students of Manipur University were arrested from the hostels and many were injured during the incident. Five faculty members have also been taken into custody following massive tear gas and mock bomb attacks and the university is under sieze of Armed Forces and Police Commandos. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O6iZKB FP Staff

UP Police invites media to witness encounter in Aligarh's Harduaganj in bid to convey transparency, shoots two men dead

The two alleged criminals, identified as Mustaqeem and Naushad, were killed in the encounter which took place. They carried a bounty of Rs 25,000 each on their heads, the police said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OBQXDw FP Staff

Cyclone DAYE LIVE updates: Relief operation started in Malkangiri; partial impact felt in Bhubaneswar city

Cyclone Daye LIVE updates: Cyclone DAYE, which made landfall in Odisha at midnight, has since weakened and will become a Tropical Depression by Friday afternoon. The Tropical Cyclone (now downgraded to a deep depression) will cause heavy rain, thunderstorm and gusty winds around northeastern, eastern, central and western India on Friday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O6iYq1 FP Staff

'Fake' degree row: NSUI steps up attack against ABVP's Ankiv Baisoya; demands apology from Amit Shah, Mohan Bhagwat

Congress-affiliated NSUI on Thursday escalated the attack against newly elected DUSU president Ankiv Baisoya of the ABVP, demanding cancellation of his election for allegedly submitting a "fake" degree for admission. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ODNgNB FP Staff

Observe 29 Sept as Surgical Strike Day, UGC tells varsities, higher educational institutes; experts call it 'forced nationalism'

In a first, the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Thursday directed universities and higher educational institutes across the country to observe 29 September as "Surgical Strike Day" to mark the second anniversary of the Indian Army's strike against terror cells across LoC. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2O6iVdP FP Staff

Three Jammu and Kashmir SPOs and constable abducted in Shopian; police suspect Hizbul Mujahideen

Three Jammu and Kashmir Special Police Officers (SPOs) and one police constable have gone missing in the Shopian district of the state, weeks after Hizbul Mujahideen commander Riyaz Naikoo told policemen 'to resign for their own safety' from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OGt3qF FP Staff

Delhi Police ACP Ramesh Dahiya booked for rape and molestation; cop says allegations are false

An assistant commissioner of police in Delhi has been booked for allegedly raping a woman and molesting her minor daughter, police said on Thursday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NY7K6D Press Trust of India

Amid row over Rafale deal, IAF deputy chief tests first of 36 fighter jets to be made with India-specific enhancements

Nambiar, who reached Paris four days ago, flew the aircraft in France to assess its efficacy, they said. He is in France to also assess the progress in the production of Rafale jets by Dassault Aviation. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OHoJrc Press Trust of India

Volatile south Kashmir on boil as Kulgam woman dies after 'detention' of younger brother by Indian Army

Resistance to arbitrary arrest of youths suspected to be linked with separatist groups or militants, and scrutiny of their mobile phones, has become a rallying point for anti-government and anti-India protests in Kashmir from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NX9Gwi Sameer Yasir

Soon after Imran Khan's visit, Pakistan invites Saudi Arabia to be third 'strategic partner' in CPEC

Addressing a press conference in Islamabad on Khan's two-day visit to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates (UAE), Minister of Information Fawad Chaudhry said that Pakistan's main interest lies in cooperation with Saudi Arabia on matters of trade and security. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OL5QUk Press Trust of India

Indian standardisation for medical devices soon; nearly 1,000 products currently being benchmarked: Official

A range of medical devices, old or new, will soon have an 'Indian standard from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NZ1Pyl Press Trust of India

Cyclonic storm DAYE makes landfall in Odisha, triggers heavy downpour in several parts of state; IMD predicts damage to roads, crops

The cyclonic storm DAYE over the northwest Bay of Bengal moved west-northwestward with a speed of about 23 kilometres per hour and crossed south Odisha and adjoining Andhra Pradesh coast close to Gopalpur in the early hours of Friday, Director, Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, HR Biswas said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OF6Qch FP Staff

Cyclone DAYE in Odisha, coastal Andhra Pradesh: NDMA issues PSA, cites safety and evacuation guidelines during cyclonic storm

Cyclonic storm DAYE crossed the coast near Gopalpur in Odisha early Friday, triggering heavy downpour accompanied by high-velocity wind in several parts of the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning on Thursday for southern Odisha and coastal Andhra Pradesh. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NXUYFj FP Staff

Daily bulletin: Rape-accused Franco Mulakkal's questioning continues; BSP declares candidates for 22 seats in MP; day's top stories

Questioning of rape accused Bishop Franco Mulakkal to continue for the third day today, BSP declares 22 seats in Madhya Pradesh, Amit Shah to visit Chhattisgarh, meet local BJP leaders today - here are the day's top stories from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OGOwQd FP Staff

Kerala nun rape: Franco Mulakkal's questioning to continue today; decision to arrest to be taken in day or two, says DGP

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Kerala police probing the case of alleged rape of a nun by a bishop resumed questioning him on Thursday even as the state police chief said a decision on Franco Mulakkal's arrest could be taken in a day or two. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NWqBiF Press Trust of India

Rajnath Singh tells BSF top brass to 'take strongest action against Pakistani troops' involved in killing jawan Narendra Kumar

Home Minister Rajnath Singh has told the Border Security Force (BSF) to take strongest possible action against the Pakistani troops, who slit a BSF jawan's throat along the International Border near Jammu. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OHD72m Press Trust of India

Rewari gangrape: National Commission for Women says police didn't act promptly to arrest accused

The three-member team was sent to Rewari to take stock of the probe into the gangrape of a 19-year-old girl. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NZ1LP7 Press Trust of India

Triple talaq ordinance entrenches women in marital patriarchy rather than freeing them; must be reconsidered

The ordinance is problematic for many reasons: the foremost of which is the criminalisation of the practice of triple talaq. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OIsr3G Ajay Kumar

West Bengal: One killed, 14 injured as locals clash with police in North Dinajpur

One person was killed and 14 others were injured when a mob clashed with the police over entry of newly-appointed Urdu teachers in a school in West Bengal's North Dinajpur district Thursday, police said. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2NSMO15 Press Trust of India

Triple talaq: AIMPLB will either move SC or work with Opposition to thwart passage of ordinance in RS

For the triple talaq ordinance to remain in force, it needs to be passed in the Rajya Sabha within six months. The AIMPLB is counting on this. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OL5Qni Press Trust of India

Family members of former Delhi HC judge held hostage, robbed; police say servants, accomplices stole cash, jewellery

The incident at the former judge's residence in Delhi took place on Monday night and was reported to police by the daughter. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xpVCSj Press Trust of India

Former union minister Mullappally Ramachandran appointed new president of Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee

General Secretary of All India Congress Committee, Ashok Ghelot on Wednesday had announced the appointment of Mullapally Ramachandran as the new Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PQseeU Press Trust of India

Church and sexual abuse: Kerala nuns' refusal to turn away from injustice displays faith, demands attention

Those sisters show us what belief looks like. It is a faith in who we should be, not who we are from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xrWMNl Winnie Varghese

Kerala nun rape case: Why is the police questioningBishop Franco Mulakkalwhen law requires his arrest?

In the case against Bishop Franco Mulakkal, the police will have to answer how a person accused of rape is being questioned without being arrested. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PUgjNl Greeshma Rai

Sushma Swaraj will meet Pakistan foreign minister on the sidelines of UNGA, confirms MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that a meeting between Sushma Swaraj and her Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi will take place. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xqO1D2 FP Staff

Abhijit Iyer-Mitra gets bail after brief arrest in Delhi; journalist facing action for 'derogatory' video on Konark temple

Abhijit Iyer-Mitra's arrest could be in connection with his tweet from Sunday with a "defamatory" video commentary from the Konark temple in Odisha. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PUgh8b FP Staff

NDA takes the ordinance route: Narendra Modi regime outstrips UPA's pace but lags behind Nehru, Indira

In a year, since it assumed power, the Modi government promulgated nine ordinances, PRS Legislative Research reported. The list of ordinances include: the ordinance to amend the land acquisition act and the ordinance to allow foreign direct investment in insurance companies to be increased to 49 percent of equity, from the current 26 percent. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xqntlp FP Staff

Journalist Abhijit Iyer-Mitra detained in Delhi; action may have links to tweet on Konark temple

Should 'Clown Prince' be allowed to pollute public discourse with falsehood? Arun Jaitley on Rafale deal

In his blog, on the Rafale deal. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley slammed Congress president Rahul Gandhi and labelled him a "clown prince" propagating falsehood in public discourse. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pnMERe Arun Jaitley

Muzaffarpur shelter home rapes: SC to monitor CBI inquiry, vacates Patna High Court order banning media reporting

The Supreme Court has also asked both electronic and print media not to sensationalise incidents of sexual abuse like the Muzaffarpur shelter homes case and be cautious and diligent in its reporting. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MQ3ilK FP Staff

Son of Narendra Kumar, BSF jawan slain on International Border, asks government to deliver justice for his father

The body of the BSF head constable, who went missing after an unprovoked firing by Pakistan in Jammu's Ramgarh sector in Kashmir on Tuesday, was found with multiple bullet injuries on his torso, even on his neck. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ppcvsg Asian News International

Bangladeshi immigrants with their names on Odisha's electoral rolls face uncertain future with looming Lok Sabha polls

As rapid industrialisation and a lot of construction activities are going on in and around the state's capital city Bhubaneswar, lakhs of people from neighbouring states and Bangladeshi refugees have come to Odisha in search of work. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2PQ5R9q Sudarshan Chhotoray

India Moving: Author Chinmay Tumbe on the history and consequences of migration in the country

Chinmay Tumbe's book India Moving is a thorough look at the many migratory movements the country has witnessed both across its borders, and most crucially within them. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pg8xlr

ICAR AIEEA re-examination results 2018 declared; check scores at icarexam.net, icar.org.in

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has announced the results of All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA) re-exam 2018 on the official website, icarexam.net. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2pq4p2w FP Staff

Why Meera is loved across India: Her story captures the imagination, while her songs encapsulate the human condition

PDP hopes Narendra Modi will respond to Imran Khan's offer of talks, says dialogue 'only way out of this stalemate'

PDP, which was a coalition partner of the BJP in Jammu and Kashmir government till its fall on 19 June 2018, was reacting to a tweet by Pakistan Foreign Office spokesperson Mohammad Faisal from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2plrH9D Press Trust of India

Kerala nun rape: Activists burn effigy of accused Bishop Franco Mulakkal outside Crime Branch as questioning continues

Bishop Franco Mulakkal, accused of rape by a Kerala nun, is being interrogated for the second day by the Special Investigating Team, even as protests continue in Kochi demanding his arrest for the sexual abuse. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MR02GO FP Staff

Suresh Prabhu orders safety audit of all airlines, airports; probe follows injury to passengers aboard Jet Airways flight

The development also comes on a day when several passengers on a Jet Airways flight from Mumbai to Jaipur suffered nose and ear bleeding after the crew "forgot" to turn on a switch that controls cabin air pressure. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ppz0Nm Press Trust of India

Rahul Gandhi accuses Nirmala Sitharaman of 'lying' about HAL's ability to build Rafale aircrafts, demands minister's resignation

Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Thursday accused Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of "lying" on HAL's capability to build Rafale aircraft and demanded her resignation. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2MNbMKE Press Trust of India

SC reserves verdict on Bhima Koregaon activists' arrest: If not CBI and police, whom should we trust, asks Harish Salve

The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved it judgement in the Bhima Koregaon activists' arrest case. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2ppyT4o FP Staff

BSF jawan killed along International Border: India must retaliate against Pakistan's acts; IB is fair game for Delhi too

Pakistani troops slit the throat of the Border Security Force solider earlier this week after fatally shooting him along the International Border near Jammu. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xzAxUP Tara Kartha

Amar Singh says Akhilesh Yadav deceived those close to him, alleges that it is 'in his nature to hurt people'

Alleging that the Samajwadi Party was pursuing politics of appeasement, Singh also lashed out at party MP Ram Gopal Yadav, a confidante of Akhilesh Yadav. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QJmFA6 Press Trust of India

India, China to train diplomats from Afghanistan: New Delhi has always shown interest in providing training in the neighbourhood

India and China will jointly train diplomats from Afghanistan as part of their commitment to help the country move forward in path of development from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xyPcQn FP Staff

Rahul Gandhi visits southern Rajasthan to reach out to tribals; Congress claims traditional voter base will return to party fold

Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Thursday visited poll-bound Rajasthan where he was scheduled to meet party workers and address a public gathering in the Dungarpur district. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QLqjcL FP Staff

Pakistan will always stand by Saudi Arabia, says Imran Khan during maiden visit, seeks to play role of mediator in West Asia

Imran Khan and Sheikh Mohamed discussed ways to further enhance strong bilateral relations in all fields. The also discussed figured major regional issues, especially the Palestinian cause, the situation in Yemen, the Iranian interference in the region, the situation in Afghanistan and the means to deal with these challenges from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xAhdqx FP Staff

Supreme Court says acting Jammu and Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh to continue in office till UPSC decides on matter

The Supreme Court Thursday said the newly appointed acting Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir shall continue in office till the UPSC takes a decision on the matter. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QIyM0t Press Trust of India

Kerala Police resumes questioning of rape-accused Bishop Franco Mulakkal; clergyman faced 7-hour interrogation on Wednesday

The senior priest arrived at the Crime Branch (CID) office in Thrippunithura and is being quizzed by a five-member team headed by Vaikom Deputy Superintendent of Police, K Subhash, over the nun's allegations. The senior priest has denied the rape allegations and assured full co-operation in the probe. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xzQ4E5 Asian News International

At RSS conclave, Mohan Bhagwat's pitch for Hindu rashtra as symbol of unity disregards principles of diversity

For some reason, the media has greeted RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's speeches and comments at the organisation's conclave with a mixture of confusion and adoration from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QIyHdb Suhit K Sen

Key features of triple talaq ordinance: 'No bail for accused husband without hearing Muslim wife'

According to the ordinance, giving instant Triple Talaq has been made illegal and void, and will attract a jail term of three years for the husband. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xEaTOK FP Staff

Centre passes ordinance on triple talaq: Is criminalising offence tantamount to 'legislative overreach'?

While the government's intention to ban Triple Talaq is laudable inasmuch as it can act as an effective deterrent for men from arbitrarily divorcing their wives, the question is whether criminalising the offence can amount to a case of 'legislative over-reach'; here, I refer to a scenario where the Legislature is overstepping into the domains of a religion's personal law to prescribe a remedy which the personal law never intended. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QHQcdL Devika Agarwal

Newlywed inter-caste couple in Hyderabad attacked by wife's father; accused arrested; woman's condition critical

The Hyderabad Police has arrested the father who brutally attacked his daughter and her lower caste husband, days after their marriage. The woman whose right hand was almost hacked off is in critical condition while the husband is out of danger from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2OHObgh FP Staff

Maharashtra: 30-yr-old woman raped in Thane's Khoni village; accused flee spot after she raises alarm, two arrested

Two persons were arrested for allegedly raping a 30-year-old married woman in Thane in Maharashtra, police said on Thursday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xxCHEA Press Trust of India

India responds to Antonio Guterres' call for climate action, contributes $1 million to instal solar panels on roof of UN headquarters

India's $1 million contribution to install solar panels on the roof of the UN headquarters will help reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable energy, from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QJyXIX Press Trust of India

Gujarat Assembly passes bill to increase monthly salaries of MLAs by Rs 45,000, ministers' wages raised by 54 percent

Earlier, the salary of MLAs was Rs 70, 727 which has now been raised to Rs 1, 16,316 - so that is a hike of Rs 45,589. The lawmakers' daily allowances will increase to Rs 1,000 from Rs 200 and monthly postal allowance of Loss of Pay (LOP) has been increased to Rs 10, 000 from Rs 1,000. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xz4ZOZ Asian News International

All CCTV footage of Jayalalithaa's hospital stay overwritten automatically, Apollo Hospital tells inquiry panel

The hospitals has told the Justice A Arumughaswamy Commission that the CCTV recordings of Jayalalithaa's 75-day-long stay in Chennai's Apollo hospital has been overwritten several times automatically from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QOj58b FP Staff

Babul Supriyo dismisses 'break a leg' comment as 'friendly rebuke' to fellow BJP member, claims remark being blown out of proportion

Union Minister Babul Supriyo on Wednesday said that his controversial remark at an event on Tuesday was blown out of proportion, adding that the remark was a "friendly rebuke" to one of the BJP members. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2xzAqsn Asian News International

AgustaWestland chopper scam: Christian Michel can appeal Dubai extradition decision till 2 October, say reports

Christian James Michel, a British middleman wanted in India in connection with the Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam, has till 2 October to challenge his extradition decision issued by a Dubai court, according to a media report Wednesday. from Latest News India on Firstpost https://ift.tt/2QJyNBl Press Trust of India

BJP MLA from Katol Ashish Deshmukh demands declaration of drought in parts of Vidarbha, seeks assistance for farmers