India, All india, 20th Feb 2019, News & Stories from India

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The NIA has already gathered explosive material from the blast site in Lethpora in Pulwama district of south Kashmir and has been involved in the questioning of around a dozen people detained by police following the bombing, officials said.

Pulwama terror attacks: NIA re-registers bombing case

The agency has re-registered the case and formed a team to investigate the terror strike, an NIA spokesperson said.

20 Feb 2019 5:51 PM

On being asked if Saudi Arabia offered to mediate between India and Pakistan, the ministry official said that at this point, no mediation has been offered. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Pakistan’s complicity in Pulwama raised during Modi-Salman meet: MEA

'Both leaders underlined importance of comprehensive sanctioning of terrorists and their organisations by UN,' MEA said.

20 Feb 2019 5:50 PM

An official said Shakrullah (50), who was from Pakistan Punjab’s Sialkot, was hit with a large stone during the prison fight. (Representational Image)

Pakistani national killed in brawl with other inmates in Jaipur

The killing in Jaipur prison has been reported amid heightened tension between India and Pakistan after the Pulwama terror attack.

20 Feb 2019 5:21 PM

'We send our condolences and deplore terrorism wherever it takes place. Our commitment with India remains extremely strong,' said Asquith. (Photo: ANI/ Twitter)

Don’t let terror attacks affect investments: British High Commissioner advices India

Asquith assures UK's commitment to remain very strong with India and hopes to have a successful ongoing partnership.

20 Feb 2019 5:07 PM

Congress has been accusing Modi-led government of extending the benefit to the industrialist Anil Ambani by fixing an overpriced deal of Rafale jets. (Photo: ANI)

'There is no scandal with Rafale': Dassault Aviation CEO Eric Trappier

Trappier said, 'we had the request for 36 aircraft and we are going to deliver it. If India wants more, we will be pleased to deliver'.

20 Feb 2019 5:02 PM

No injuries or casualties have been reported so far. (Photo: ANI)

Massive fire broke out at footwear godown in Kochi

Fire broke out near the Ernakulam South railway station in Kochi. Fire tenders reached the spot and efforts are on to douse the flame.

20 Feb 2019 3:51 PM

Supreme Court to hear Ram Janmbhoomi-Babri Masjib land dispute case on February 26. (Photo: File)

Ayodhya land dispute case: SC to hear matter on Feb 26

The apex court on January 27 had cancelled the scheduled hearing for January 29 as Justice S A Bobdewas not available that day.

20 Feb 2019 3:29 PM

Prior to joint statement, both the nations confirmed the signing of 5 Memorandum of Understanding agreements, including infrastructure, housing, cooperation on broadcasting and the enhancing bilateral investment relations. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

PM Modi brings up Pulwama, gets Saudi support against terror

Modi said, 'Saudi Arabia is one of India's most valuable strategic partners. Our relations have grown stronger.'

20 Feb 2019 1:56 PM

Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems would produce the F-21 in India, for India, it said in a statement. (Photo: Video Screengrab)

Watch: Lockheed Martin unveils F-21 fighter jet to be manufactured in India

Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems would produce F-21 under Make in India initiative to boost manufacturing in defence sector.

20 Feb 2019 1:38 PM

The five-day mega event began on a somber note, a day after two aircraft of Surya Kiran, Indian Air Force (IAF)'s aerobatics team, collided mid-air, killing a pilot and injuring two others who ejected to safety. (Photo: ANI)

Nirmala Sitharaman invites investors to capitalize at Aero India 2019

In inaugural remarks, Sitharaman made a strong pitch for 'Make in India' and referred to a slew of govt initiatives.

20 Feb 2019 12:52 PM

In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received him at airport. After he was given a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the powerful Saudi leader talked about historical linkages between the two countries and stressed on expanding ties further. (Photo: PTI)

Saudi Crown Prince looks for ‘good things’ from India trip

'Today we want to be sure this relationship is maintained and improved for the sake of both countries,' Crown Prince said.

20 Feb 2019 12:51 PM

Panther was first seen in the parking area of Korum Mall in Thane by passersby, following which they alerted the police and forest officials. (Photo: ANI)

CCTV shows panther lurking shopping mall, rescue efforts underway

Residents and passersby in the area were told not to venture out.

20 Feb 2019 12:10 PM

'Imran Khan is not in control of the army that we know but it is now known that he is not even in control of Masood Azhar,' Bakshi said. (Photo: ANI)

'Pakistan started a war, India will end it,' says Rtd Major General Bakshi

Bakshi asserted that Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was not elected to the post but selected by the country’s army for the job.

20 Feb 2019 11:52 AM

The Aam Aadmi Party Tuesday said it will hold a door-to-door campaign to tell people how the BJP had done them 'injustice' on the statehood issue. (Photo: PTI)

'Grant full statehood status to Delhi': Arvind Kejriwal appeals to PM Modi

'Statehood' is an issue that the ruling AAP is expected to raise in the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls in an emphatic manner.

20 Feb 2019 11:50 AM

'It seems for Sidhu, friendship (with Khan) comes first and then the nation,' the AAP national convener said as he condemned Sidhu for the 'irresponsible' statement. (Photo: File)

‘Imran Khan’s friendship comes first for him’, Kejriwal takes swipe at Sidhu

'Sidhu’s statement has hurt the sentiments of entire nation,' Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said.

20 Feb 2019 11:40 AM

Vadra has been questioned by the ED in this case for 23 hours over three days of deposition earlier this month. (Photo: PTI | File)

Robert Vadra appears before ED in money laundering case probe

He reached the agency's office at Jamnagar House in central Delhi at about 10:30 am along with his lawyers.

20 Feb 2019 11:30 AM

A mild earthquake was observed in the western UP and the neighbouring countries including the capital on Wednesday morning. (Represntational Image)

4.0 magnitude earthquake hits west UP, Delhi

Tremors were felt in the neighbouring region, including the national capital.

20 Feb 2019 11:26 AM

On Monday, curfew was relaxed for two hours in the jurisdiction of three police station areas of Jammu from 2 pm to 5 pm. (Photo: File | PTI)

Pulwama attack: A week after curfew, 5 hours relaxtion in Jammu

Curfew was clamped in entire Jammu city after massive anti-Pak protests and incidents of violence broke out.

20 Feb 2019 11:11 AM

The plea was filed by Ericsson India against Ambani over not clearing its dues of Rs 550 crore. (Photo: File)

SC holds Anil Ambani guilty of contempt, tells him to clear dues or go to jail

After hearing, RCom’s advocate Mukul Rohatgi, said he respects SC decision and will honour the directions on payment of dues to Ericsson.

20 Feb 2019 11:00 AM

According to sources, the Congress wants to make it a round 10 seats in Tamil Nadu but DMK believes that one extra seat will backfire for the alliance. (Photo: File)

2019 polls: Day after AIADMK-BJP alliance, Congress may seal deal with DMK today

Stalin’s DMK is likely to contest 20 to 25 seats. The rest may go to other alliance partners.

20 Feb 2019 10:48 AM

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