India, All india, 3rd Sep 2019, News & Stories from India

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He had said that while there may not be any bodies littering its streets, assuming that the region has returned to normal would be "highly unrealistic". (Photo: Twitter)

Srinagar Mayor Junaid Mattu put under house arrest after his criticism of Kashmir lockdown

Junaid Mattu had criticised the present situation in Kashmir and the detention of its political leaders.

03 Sep 2019 9:24 PM

Acting on complaint, the police had booked Chinmayanand on charges of abduction and intimidation — charges the former minister denied. (Photo: File)

Chinmayanand case: UP police to probe allegations by law student; forms SIT headed by IG

The development comes after SC directive to the state government to constitute an SIT to 'address the grievances' raised by the law student.

03 Sep 2019 9:20 PM

The Chairman of Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and Governor, Jammu and Kashmir, Satya Pal Malik congratulated the CEO and all employees of the Board, particularly those engaged in the Sanitation, for bringing recognition. (Photo: Representational)

Vaishno Devi Shrine tops list of 'Swachh Iconic Places'

The Shrine has been adjudged on the basis of the overall improvement in sanitation.

03 Sep 2019 8:34 PM

‘He should have taken a snapshot of the incident and if he felt that there is some irregularity then he should have reported on it,’ DM Anurag Patel said. (Photo: ANI)

Case against journalist justified: Mirzapur DM Anurag Patel on roti-salt incident

District officials told that upon enquiry it came to fore that journalist allegedly ‘manipulated’ whole episode and hatched the conspiracy.

03 Sep 2019 8:11 PM

The Civil Rights Society had written to the Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot on August 9 relating to the matter of putting curbs on the usage of the aforementioned signs. (Photo: ANI)

Rajasthan: Police prohibit signs depicting caste, post, identity symbols on vehicles

The removal of these signs would also be helpful in curbing road accidents as these signs disrupt the drivers' attention on the road.

03 Sep 2019 8:07 PM

Arora assured the new team that he would extend wholehearted support and handholding as and when required to carry forward the ideals of AWEB. (Photo: ANI)

CEC Sunil Arora takes charge of largest global organisation of Election Management

Arora, who succeeds Ion Mincu Radulescu, the incumbent chairman from Romania, has been given the charge for two years from 2019 to 2021.

03 Sep 2019 7:48 PM

He was actually let off at a lesser value than what he should have, counting all the offences. (Photo: Representative)

Bike rider issued challan of Rs 23,000 for 5 traffic violations in Gurgaon

On the very first day of the new rules being put into effect, Delhi Traffic Police issued 3,900 challans.

03 Sep 2019 5:59 PM

ED had arrested Puri on August 20 in the money laundering case arising out of the bank loan fraud case. (Photo: File)

Delhi court sends Ratul Puri to judicial custody till Sep 17 in bank fraud case

The tax department has attached a number of his alleged 'benami' assets in the recent past.

03 Sep 2019 5:13 PM

Not only the maternity ward is in poor condition, but the pediatric ward, emergency ward and medicine ward depict a similar picture. (ANI)

Safdarjung Hospital authorities want 'one patient-one bed' policy

A senior doctor said, 'We can't even walk in the ward and treat patients. Mother's are lying on the floor due to lack of beds.'

03 Sep 2019 4:44 PM

The meeting between Governor Malik and President Kovind comes at a time when the daily life is returning to normalcy in the valley after the abrogation of Article 370. (Photo: ANI)

J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik calls on President Ram Nath Kovind

Earlier on August 30, Malik had said that administration is committed to take all measures to ensure best development of Kargil district.

03 Sep 2019 4:35 PM

As a precautionary measure, Hazare's routine check-ups are being conducted and he has been advised complete rest, he said, adding that the activist is likely to be discharged by Wednesday evening. (Photo: Debashish Dey)

Anna Hazare complains of cough and weakness, hospitalised

‘Due to cold, he had some infection in the chest and because of this, he complained of cough and weakness,’ his close aide said.

03 Sep 2019 4:05 PM

A five-judge Constitution bench of the apex court, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi, issued notice to Professor Shanmugam and asked him to file his detailed response in two weeks. (Photo: Facebook)

Ayodhya: SC issues notice to Chennai Professor for threatening senior advocate

In his contempt petition, Dhavan alleged that Professor Shanmugam had threatened him for appearing for Muslim parties in the case.

03 Sep 2019 3:55 PM

Even Kashmir's usually buoyant wedding industry is buckling under the strain of India's decision to scrap the region's autonomy and impose a lockdown. (Photo: AFP)

‘Can’t have dreams in Kashmir’: Kashmiris trim big weddings after communication restrictions

For others consumed by wedding preparations, the communications clampdown has made it impossible to contact suppliers and event managers.

03 Sep 2019 3:33 PM

Mobile and internet services were snapped on August 5 after Centre scrapped Article 370 of the Indian Constitution and divided the state into two Union territories. (Photo: File)

Shah meets J&K delegation, says 'communication restrictions to be lifted in 15 days'

Shah also met village heads and announced Rs 2 lakh insurance for all panchs and sarpanchs.

03 Sep 2019 3:29 PM

Gandhi, in a letter to Union Tribal Affairs minister Munda, said his Parliamentary constituency Wayanad has a large population of Scheduled Tribes, which is home to many vulnerable tribal groups like Kadars and Kattunayakans. (Photo: File)

Rahul Gandhi urges for comprehensive rehabilitation scheme for Wayanad

Rahul said as tribal colonies are located in hilly areas, floods and landslides have destroyed their habitation.

03 Sep 2019 3:15 PM

Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman on Monday flew a joint sortie Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa in MiG-21 fighter. (Photo: Social Media)

Here are some reactions after Abhinandan Varthaman trims his gunslinger moustache

Videos and photos from Monday's flight of the MiG-21 however, showed that Varthaman had shaved off the moustache.

03 Sep 2019 3:04 PM

when she showed the prescription at the local pharmacy, she was told that he had written down ‘Condom Nirodh’. (Photo: Representational)

Jharkhand doctor prescribes condom to woman for stomach ache, sacked

According to sources, Dr Badr had been charged with misconduct in the past and was once dismissed as well.

03 Sep 2019 3:04 PM

A total of 26 people have been taken into custody from Teok tea estate. (Photo: ANI)

Assam docs abstain from work to protest colleague's killing

Responding to a call by the Assam unit of the IMA, doctors at government, private hospitals and consultation chambers are protesting.

03 Sep 2019 2:38 PM

‘Initially, we had taken action based on the media reports as we are committed to credibility and we wanted to send a stern message to the culprits,’ he also said. (Photo: video screengrab)

UP govt seeks fresh report on salti-roti incident after facing flak for FIR against journalist

‘We have cordial relations with the media fraternity,’ UP Basic Education Minister Satish Dwivedi said.

03 Sep 2019 2:31 PM

Day-time restrictions were eased in most parts of Kashmir on Tuesday but markets remained shut and public transport off the roads for the 30th day since August 5 when the Centre revoked the state's special status. (Photo: File)

Day 30: Day-time restrictions eased in most parts of Valley, markets shut

However, many private vehicles were on the road, and inter-district cabs as well as auto-rickshaws were plying in some few areas.

03 Sep 2019 1:57 PM

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