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Senior GJM leaders to meet West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata on November 3

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has invited GJM leaders Binoy Tamang and Anit Thapa to hold talks in Kolkata. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/38cShtp

BJP`s Jyotiraditya Scindia appeals people to vote for `panja` in Madhya Pradesh bypolls - Watch

The video shows Jyotiraditya Scindia appealing to the crowd to press the “hand” symbol in the bypolls scheduled in MP on November 3. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kPLJV0

Shocking! Car driver drags police constable on bonnet in Aligarh during vehicle checking

The incident took place in Aligarh district's Tappal police station, investigation in the matter is underway. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2JftwC7

Pakistani forces violate ceasefire along LoC in J&K`s Poonch, Indian Army gives befitting reply

According to reports, the Pakistani troops initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars at 7:30 AM. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35T6AAd

Tamil Nadu Agriculture Minister R Doraikkannu dies due to Covid-19

Doraikkannu, a three-time MLA from Papanasam, had tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 on October 13. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/32ilPlB

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: PM Modi to address four rallies on November 1, check details here

PM Narendra Modi will address four rallies in Bihar on Sunday before the end of campaigning for second phase of voting. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TUE63P

Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh celebrate foundation day today; know history and significance

Madhya Pradesh was the largest state of India until Chhattisgarh was carved out of it on November 1, 2000. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Jmaie9

Agroha Dham Vikas Trust organises special cultural program on occasion of Sharad Purnima

The Agroha Dham Vikas Trust couldn't organise the fair this year due to the COVID-19 outbreak. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35TEkxl

Tamil Nadu to reopen schools for classes 9 to 12, cinema halls to function with 50% occupancy; check all key details

Tamil Nadu allowed cultural, social, religious, educational, political and general events with a maximum of 100 participants from November 16.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oKmEwY

Indian immigrants set new record, account for one-fourth of total permanent residencies granted by Canada in 2019

China, the Philippines, Nigeria and Pakistan were the other top sources of permanent residents in Canada.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Gg7G0n

Union Minister Santosh Gangwar`s wife, 6 family members test positive for COVID-19

Union Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar on Saturday informed that his wife and six other family members have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mKNXWh

Climate change, air pollution impacting Delhi? National capital witnesses its coldest October in 58 years

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 12.5 degrees Celsius on Thursday which was the lowest in the month of October in 26 years.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3eoYBPz

Ensure minimum govt, maximum governance: PM Narendra Modi`s mantra to IAS probationers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday advised the probationary civil servants to take decisions in the national interest by following the mantra of "minimum government and maximum governance". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HRD6KI

PAC Ranking 2020: Kerala, Tamil Nadu named best-governed states, Uttar Pradesh placed at bottom

As per PAC ranking 2020, Goa ranked first in small state category with 1.745 points, followed by Meghalaya (0.797) and Himachal Pradesh (0.725). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mwqLea

Vegetable vendor in Bengaluru fined over Rs 42000 for 77 traffic violations

A vegetable vendor in Bengaluru has been fined for traffic violations amounting to more than the purchase cost of his scooter. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kMQ8rz

PAC Ranking 2020: Kerala, Tamil Nadu becomes best-governed state, Uttar Pradesh at bottom

As per PAC ranking 2020, Goa ranked first in small state category with 1.745 points, followed by Meghalaya (0.797) and Himachal Pradesh (0.725). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TF9qDl

Converting of religion only for sake of marriage is not valid: Allahabad High Court

The Allahabad High Court made the remark while dismissing a plea of a newly wedded couple. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kJqHY5

PM Narendra Modi launches India`s 1st seaplane service in Gujarat; all you need to know

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the seaplane service between the Statue of Unity near Kevadiya in Gujarat's Narmada district and Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad on Saturday (October 31, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jShITf

Rajasthan becomes second state to introduce bills to negate impact of Centre`s farm laws

Earlier this month, Punjab Assembly adopted a resolution against the farm laws and unanimously passed four bills to counter the Centre's contentious legislation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2JffX5E

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: EC clears `free coronavirus vaccine promise`, says no violation of poll code

The Election Commission said Bharatiya Janata Party's promise of providing free coronavirus vaccine in its manifesto for poll-bound Bihar not violative of the provisions of the model code. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TEchN1

Valmiki Jayanti 2020: Know about the great sage Maharishi Valmiki and his contribution to Sanskrit

India celebrates the birth anniversary of the famous sage Maharishi Valmiki today (October 31, 2020) the sage who wrote the first-ever Sanskrit shlokas. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jMXUAm

India to brief foreign envoys on its COVID-19 response on November 6

India will be brief foreign envoys and diplomats based in Delhi next week in a mega exercise on its COVID action plan. The briefing will take place on November 6 and will be done by India's foreign secretary Harsh Shringla. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2THn3Ca

India coronavirus tally cross 81-lakh mark with 48,648 new COVID-19 infections

The number of active COVID-19 cases remained below 6 lakh for the second consecutive day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e9rkHS

In light of Pakistan`s criticism of France, leader Marine Le Pen calls for ban on Pakistan immigration

French leader Marine Le Pen urged to impose a ban on Pakistani immigration amidst critical comments by leadersh from Pakistan on France.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HOGaHS

Rashtriya Ekta Divas: PM Narendra Modi says India can never forget those who did politics on Pulwama attack

PM Narendra Modi lauded India for bravely fighting against the pandemic on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Divas. PM Modi also took an oath to maintain national unity on the 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35TPfHH

PM Modi pays tribute to soldiers from Statue of Unity, says we need to unite against terrorism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that the country can never forget those people who were not saddened at the sacrifice of the security personnel during the Pulwama attack. He paid tribute to soldiers who fought from the country while addressing the nation on the occasion of National Unity Day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37Yx6Lk

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Indira Gandhi on 36th death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also paid tribute to Indira Gandhi in his monthly Mann ki Baat radio broadcast on October 25. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3edh4hH

Centre asks states to form panels for smooth rollout of COVID-19 vaccines

The state panels will help to co-ordinate and oversee COVID-19 vaccination rollout to ensure minimal disruptions in other routine healthcare services. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2GiwGnI

SSC selection post phase 8 admit cards 2020 out at ssc.nic.in regional website, check details

SSC Selection Post Phase 8 exam 2020 will begin on November 6 and will end on November 8. Candidates can get the admit card by visiting Staff Selection Commission (SSC) official website ssc.nic.in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oHbLfl

Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla meets French diplomat; discusses defence, security issues

Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla met France's Director-General of International Relations and Strategy and discussed issues on defence and regional security cooperation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TEaxmN

India stood by Paris four times in last two days amid terrorist attacks in France

Condemning the terror attacks in France, PM Modi on October 29 tweeted, "Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the people of France." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mFCjMh

Greece briefs India about the situation in Eastern Mediterranean

The foreign ministers of India and Greece in a virtual meet on Thursday discussed the situation in the Eastern Mediterranean. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Jf8fsd

NEET Quota Bill: Tamil Nadu Governor gives nod to 7.5 per cent reservation for UG medical course

Tamil Nadu government issued a Government Order (GO) on Thursday to provide 7.5 percent reservation for the under-graduate medical courses under NEET, considering the delay from the Governor’s end.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kTI884

Ballabhgarh murder: Ramdev demands public hanging of Nikita Tomar`s killers

21-year-old Nikita Tomar was murdered in broad daylight outside her college in Ballabgarh on October 26 by Tauseef and his friend Rehan. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jAtDVu

Omar Abdullah-led Gupkar alliance delegation visits Ladakh, meets local leaders

A People’s Alliance for Gupkar declaration team reached Kargil to meet local leaders and discuss new amendments of land laws in J&K. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2JlJpaj

India increases engagement with Myanmar, Bangladesh on COVID-19 vaccine

Indian delegation recently visited both Myanmar and Bangladesh to discuss on developments related to COVID vaccine . from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oHUwdZ

Navy Warship INS Kora fires anti-ship missile at `maximum range`, hits target with accuracy

The anti-ship missile that was test-fired in the Bay of Bengal hit the target at “maximum range’’ with precise accuracy. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kKDeKH

India-US bond will send a strong message to `adversaries` like China, Russia: US Senator

An influential US Senator has praised President Donald Trump's administration and their efforts to strengthen strategic ties with India during the recently concluded 2+2 ministerial dialogue. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jH5qge

Indian Army launches secure messaging app ‘SAI’ for its soldiers

The Indian Army has launched a new messaging application called SAI that will provide secure voice, text and video calling services to its soldiers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37U4K51

Munger firing incident an attack on Hindutva, why is BJP silent, asks Shiv Sena

One person was killed and over two dozen people were injured in firing and stone-pelting during the immersion of Durga idols in Bihar's Munger. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ebgb9s

Onion trading resumes in Maharashtra after four days protest against stock limitations

As a result of the onion traders' protest, the central government on Thursday said that they will be given three days' time for grading and packing of onions from the date of purchasing the commodity from mandis before stock holding limits come into force. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35P2F7t

ED arrests Bineesh Kodiyeri, Kerala leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan`s son, in money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Bineesh Kodiyeri, the son of Kerala CPI(M) leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, on Thursday from Bengalurt in a money laundering case related to drugs seizure. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TztHdB

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Gujarat, pays tribute to Keshubhai Patel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Gujarat on Friday on a two-day visit during which he is scheduled to launch a host of projects, including a seaplane service between Kevadiya and Ahmedabad, and visit the Statue of Unity. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31YEh2q

Delhi witnesses coldest October night in 26 years, temperature recorded 12.5 degrees celsius on Thursday

The national capital's temperature fell to 12.5 degrees celsius making it the coldest October night, the drop in mercury is three notches below normal temperature. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HRpxec

India`s COVID-19 caseload climbs to 80,88,851; deaths toll reaches 1.2 lakh

India's COVID-19 tally had crossed the 20-lakh mark on August 7, 30 lakh on August 23 and 40 lakh on September 5. It went past 50 lakh on September 16, 60 lakh on September 28, 70 lakh on October 11 and crossed 80 lakh on October 29. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TBMLb5

Good news! Commuters can travel using single metro card in Delhi and Noida metro trains

Officials of both Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) held a meeting to discuss the launch of the new one-card system and measures to avoid any technical issues related to it. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37UpsBy

Indian forces were ready to wipe out Pakistan’s forward brigades after Balakot, claims Ex-IAF chief BS Dhanoa

Former Indian Air Force (IAF) chief BS Dhanoa has claimed that Indian armed forces were ready to wipe out Pakistan`s forward brigades had Islamabad`s "military adventure" been successful in response to the Balakot aerial strikes. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e7Chto

Unlock 5: National parks in Uttar Pradesh to reopen from Nov 1, in a bid to boost tourism

The gates of Dudhwa National Park, Pilibhit Tiger Reserve and Katarniya Ghat will reopen 15 days in advance.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34FIBp5

UPSESSB releases vacancy for 15508 TGT, PGT posts - check eligibility, selection process details

The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) released recruitment exam notification of TGT and PGT.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Gh2LMI

Bihar Assembly elections: Modi govt`s fund allocation for Bihar double than UPA, says Anurag Thakur

BJP leader Anurag Thakur informed that the Modi government, during 2014-2019, provided Bihar double the amount totalling Rs 1,09,642 crore as compared to Rs 50,008 crore during the UPA 2009-14 through grants-in-aid. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jKAZFL

Assam Police constitutes SIT to probe JEE (Mains) proxy test scam, 5 arrested

The Joint Entrance Examination (Mains) proxy exam scam will now be probed by a Special Investigation Team (SIT), Assam police said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37OflOO

PM Narendra Modi condemns killing of BJP workers in J&K’s Kulgam

PM Modi condemned the killing of three local J&K leaders saying 'they were bright youngsters doing excellent work'. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oHCb0n

Bank Holidays: Banks to remain shut for these many days in November; check details

All banks across India will remain closed for eight days in the month of November including five Sundays and two Saturdays. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Gfehbo

Sarfaroshi ki tamanna ab hamare dil mein hai...: Mehbooba Mufti slams Centre over land law in Jammu and Kashmir

"Sarfaroshi ki tamanna ab hamare dil men hai, dekhna hai zor kitna bazu-e-qatil mein hai: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34ETY0i

Terror funding case: NIA conducts searches at 7 locations in Kashmir and Delhi

The NIA registered the case under section 120B, 124 A of IPC, and different sections of UAPA as per the directions of the Ministry of Home Affairs on receipt of credible information.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34AbGlE

Kashmiri Pandits welcome Centre`s decision allowing everyone to buy land in Jammu and Kashmir

Residents of Jammu and Kashmir have enjoyed the right to property across India, for over 70 years now. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Tzu3AT

What do they want? Should we leave mainstream, asks NC leader Omar Abdullah

The  National Conference leader said that Delhi thinks we would not do anything, adding "Centre has created such an atmosphere here that we have no option but to come together and save the state."  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mwIt0V

Heavy rainfall in parts of Chennai, more predicted for next 24 hours

An intense spell of rain accompanied with lightning and thunder lashed over large parts of Chennai on Thursday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kHoBrq

80 per cent COVID-19 patients in Spain suffer from vitamin D deficiency: Study

The researchers found that 80 per cent of the 216 patients infected with COVID-19 had vitamin D deficiency, and that men had lower vitamin D levels than women. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mx6kO5

Centre brings in new law to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Rs 1 cr fine, 5-year jail

The central government has issued an ordinance, making pollution an offence with a jail term, which can go up to 5 years and a penalty up to Rs 1 crore. The ordinance was issued on Wednesday night after the approval of President Ram Nath Kovind. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31UtVjV

Former Gujarat CM Keshubhai Patel dies at 92, PM Modi extends condolences

Keshubhai Patel was a former Chief Minister of Gujarat and a senior leader of the BJP. He breathed his last at Sterling hospital in Ahmedabad on Thursday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e8N7PH

Twitter apologises for showing J&K and Leh in China in location tag

Twitter India on Thursday tendered a verbal apology to the joint parliamentary committee on personal data protection over location tag in a live broadcast showing Leh and J&K as part of China.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e7FDfW

Assam student who topped JEE (Mains) with 99.8% marks arrested for using proxy

The topper of Joint Entrance Examinations (JEE) Mains exam from Assam who secured 99.8% marks hs been arrested for allegedly using a proxy for the exams.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oEIv8T

PM Narendra Modi to celebrate Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary as National Unity Day in Gujarat on October 31

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in a series of events in Gujarat's Kevadia this week to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as National Unity Day. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2JhGVd2

Ballabhgarh murder: Faridabad police arrests third accused for providing pistol to Nikita Tomar`s killer Tauseef

The Faridabad Crime Branch arrested a third person in the Nikita Tomar murder case after conducting raids in more than a dozen locations in Haryana.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e4jEqp

UP teen kills father in fit of rage, watches crime shows on TV to destroy evidence

A teenager from Uttar Pradesh's Mathura killed his father and destroyed all evidence taking cues from television crime serials. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HHV9Dq

Diwali gift for India! Saudi Arabia removes PoK, Gilgit-Baltistan from Pakistan`s map

The world map displayed on a 20 Riyal banknote issued by Saudi Arabia initially showed Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Kashmir as parts of Pakistan but it was removed later. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TvUCH6

Delhi Police book 4 AAP MLAs after Civic Centre protest

Four AAP MLAs were booked for protests at in Delhi's Civic Centre over alleged plan to privatise sanitation work in the national capital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34E9tp6

Mizoram reports its first COVID-19 death; with 80 new cases, tally reaches 2,607

Mizoram had reported its first coronavirus case on March 24 after a 52-year-old pastor, with a travel history to the Netherlands, tested positive for the infection. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TAXJ0C

23.5kg shark fin worth over Rs 16 lakh seized from two Dubai-bound passengers in Chennai

The senior officials at Chennai Airport said this was the first seizure of wildlife products in almost a year, the last such seizure was in December 2019. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34zFzT3

Mizoram reports its first COVID-19 fatality; with 80 new cases, tally reaches 2,607

Mizoram had reported its first coronavirus case on March 24 after a 52-year-old pastor, with a travel history to the Netherlands, tested positive for the infection. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2G7AmIK

Delhi`s air quality likely to remain `very poor` till October 31, AQI level at 338

Though there was less pollution recordedon Thursday the AQI level is still in 'very poor' category.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3292V0r

Aarogya Setu app safe, developed in a most transparent manner: Centre after row over its creator

Several leading world bodies, including the WHO, had lauded the Aarogya Setu app for its role in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35IpbyT

7 Indians freed from month-long captivity in Libya reach Delhi

The seven Indians who held released after being held captive for a month in Libya arrived in India on Wednesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TzsfIg

US needs India to face many global challenges and to solve ‘big problems’: State Dept

The US State Department said that India's partnership is valuable in facing challenges and to help solve global problems.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34A2TQy

Rahul Gandhi has no political `aukaat` left: Ravi Shankar Prasad

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying that the latter does not have a political stature now and nobody takes him seriously. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35JfeRR

Tamil Nadu CM Palaniswami says COVID-19 pandemic under control, asks officials for further reduction in cases by Diwali

Tamil Nadu CM asked the district officials to undertake measures to ensure that the COVID-19 cases are brought down even further before Diwali.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TAWIW0

Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Tyagi suspended

President Ram Nath Kovind has placed Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Tyagi under suspension to make sure that the inquiry is fair. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34FrGTD

Union Minister Smriti Irani tests positive for COVID-19

Union Minister Smriti Irani has requested everyone who came in contact with her to get themselves tested for COVID-19 at the earliest. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jCBLou

Darkness of lantern era over; single vote can save Bihar from becoming `bimar`: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi asked, "Who can fulfill the aspirations of the poor and the middle class of Bihar? Those who looted Bihar, can they do it?  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31PSFdk

West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar to meet Home Minister Amit Shah on October 29

Governor Dhankhar has been vocal about the political killings which have taken place in the past few months attracting criticism from the Mamata Banerjee government in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kP3fZz

India extends suspension of scheduled international passenger flights till November 30

The scheduled domestic passenger flights resumed in India on May 25 after a gap of two months amid the pandemic situation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Ttyopa

Hurriyat Conference to protest against new land laws in J&K, calls for complete shutdown on October 31

The Hurriyat Conference said people of J&K completely reject and strongly condemn these appalling imperial measures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ovnsG1

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauds Indian Army`s handling of current security environment; here`s what he said

Addressing the Army Commanders’ Conference, the Defence Minister also said that the government will leave no stone unturned to strengthen the "arms of our armed forces". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jCaYsq

Income Tax department raids BSP MP Malook Nagar`s premises at several places

The Income Tax raids are also being conducted on the premises belonging to Nagar's in-laws and other family members. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HHWdXV

Engineer-turned-potter Saima Shafi tries to redesign pottery in Kashmir

At her small studio in Srinagar, she tries to make kitchen items out of clay to raise awareness among the traditional potters of the Valley. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e24Pod

NIA raids 10 locations across J&K; Mehbooba Mufti says BJP using its `pet agency` to intimidate critics

Several incriminating documents and electronic devices have been seized after NIA raids. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e7kK4K

Bihar assembly election 2020: Tejashwi Yadav likens CM Nitish Kumar to General Dyer, seeks HC-monitored probe into Munger firing

Tejashwi Yadav demanded a HC-monitored probe into the Munger incident in which one person was killed and over two dozen injured in firing and stone pelting incident during goddess Durga idol immersion. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34yJb7H

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: PM Narendra Modi calls Tejashwi Yadav `Yuvraj of jungle raj` in Muzaffarpur rally

In a scathing attack on the opposition RJD party and Tejashwi Yadav, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his rally in Bihar's Muzaffarpur on Wednesday told voters to beware of the "yuvraaj" (crown prince) of "jungle raj". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34wZYrT

Bihar Assembly polls: Over 33% polling till 1 pm in 1st phase, voters hassled by EVM glitches

As Bihar votes for the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections, around 33.10% polling was recorded till 1 pm during, the Election Commission data revealed.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mtgS0H

Revolt in Mayawati`s party, 5 BSP MLAs join Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party

In an unprecedented development, five legislators of Bahujan Samaj Party have withdrawn their support to the BSP`s official candidate, Ramji Gautam, for the Rajya Sabha biennial elections. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35GEXub

Man shot dead in Delhi, killer takes photograph of the deceased - WATCH

The accused wanted to take revenge for his brother's death and murdered Vikas Mehta on October 22.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31PhJ49

Nikita Tomar murder: Tauseef Ahmed`s ‘illegal’ murder weapon found, car owner traced; SIT begins probe

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Haryana Police has found the murder weapon and the white i20 car used by the main accused Tauseef Ahmed, who shot dead 19-year-old Nikita Tomar in Ballabhgarh, Faridabad on Monday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mr2Cpe

In big boost to Indian Air Force, 3 more Rafale fighters to arrive in India on November 5

In a big boost to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) firepower, three more French Rafale multi-combat fighter jets are expected to arrive in India on November 5.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37I07uG

UP CM Yogi Adityanath felicitates NEET topper Akanksha Singh, says govt will bear her education expenses

CM Yogi Adityanath said that Akanksha Singh has desired to get into AIIMS in Delhi and announced that the Uttar Pradesh government will bear all the expenses of her admission, food and lodging. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35I3ejw

Indian Railways to operate 46 special trains for Diwali and Chhat Puja, check full list of trains

Indian Railways has announced that it will run 46 special trains to cater to the rising demand of travellers during the festive season in view of Diwali and the Chhat Puja. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37MXo35

REVEALED: Why Tauseef killed Ballabhgarh girl Nikita Tomar

Since Nikita had refused to convert to Islam and rejected his friendship, Tauseef was infuriated and wanted to teach Nikita a lesson. With no option left, Tauseef planned to kill her and shot her dead as she came out of her college on Monday after taking her exams. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2G5iQot

Two Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists killed in encounter in J&K`s Budgam

The encounter broke out in the Mouchwa area of Budgam district.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jBiAeK

Bihar assembly election 2020: Voting in 71 seats in 1st phase of polls today

The fate of more than a 1,000 candidates is on the line with more than 2 crore voters sheduled to caste their vote in the 1st phase of voting for 71 seats in Bihar on Wednesday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37LJ3Ut

India to get 5 military theatre commands by 2022 to counter threats from China, Pakistan

Out of the five theatre commands, China and Pakistan will have specific command due to rising conflict with these countries.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35SmtHt

Election Commission pulls up Kamal Nath over `item` jibe, says `don`t use such words in campaigning`

The Election Commission said it of the considered view that Kamal Nath, by making the item remark against BJP minister Imarti Devi, had violated provisions of the model code.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ozmnwW

India military to get 5 military theatre commands amid rising border tension

Out of the five theatre commands, China and Pakistan will have specific command due to rising conflict with these countries.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jBMAqB

Mumbai on high alert after intelligence inputs warn of possible terror attack; ban imposed on drones, paragliders

Intelligence agencies have alerted police and security forces about a possible terror attack in India's financial capital Mumbai during the festive season.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HEiqWP

BECA pact to open new avenues for information sharing between India-US, says Rajnath Singh

The Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement for Geo-Spatial Cooperation (BECA) pact would enhance the geospatial cooperation between both US and India and it is likely to help in improving the accuracy of missile systems of India.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3232oNx

BECA pact to open new avenues for information sharing as Indian military can get access to US satellite data

The Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement for Geo-Spatial Cooperation (BECA) pact would enhance the geospatial cooperation between both US and India and it is likely to help in improving the accuracy of missile systems of India.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37I8qGH

Man kills daughter over alleged affair in Uttar Pradesh`s Firozabad, tries to implicate 3 others in murder

The police claimed that the accused was upset as his daughter had an affair with one of the three men he accused of sexual harassing the girl. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2G2XQyP

Hathras gang-rape case: Allahabad High Court to monitor CBI probe into, orders Supreme Court

 A 3-judge bench headed by CJI SA Bobde refused to transfer the Hathras case to Delhi, saying it is appropriate for CBI to conclude the probe and it will be decided later. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31KEgyV

Ahead of India-US 2+2 ministerial dialogue, NSA Ajit Doval meets Mike Pompeo, Defence Secretary Mark Esper

India and US discussed many issues and challenges of strategic importance. Both sides highlighted the need to share objectives and build capabilities across all domains to ensure a safe, stable, and rule-based regional and global security environment. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ms5wu0

Delhi AQI shows marginal improvement as wind speed picks up, air quality remains `very poor`

According to a senior scientist at the India Meteorological Department, the AQI is likely to improve with the wind speed picking up.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31LeLgY

India records less than 40k COVID-19 cases in single day after 3 months

India's COVID-19 caseload now stands at 79,46,429 out of which 6,25,857 are active cases and 72,01,070 people have recovered from COVID-19 so far. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34y0Oo8

Infantry Day: CDS Bipin Rawat, Army Chief MM Naravane pay tributes at National War Memorial

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat and Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane paid tributes at the National War Memorial on Infantry Day on Tuesday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kyOAkK

Durga puja celebration ends amidst pandemic with idol immersion; know what was different this year

According to Kolkata Police, as many as 562 Durga idols were immersed till 2 am this morning at Babu ghat and adjoining ghats.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oDh13N

Bihar elections: Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish Kumar, says his bad words are blessing to me

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav also attacked Nitish Kumar calling him mentally and physically tired and one who speaks whatever he likes.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mp9ROl

Rajnath Singh to address four-day Army Commanders` Conference in Delhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be addressing the four-day Army Commanders` Conference being held in Delhi on Tuesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2JdFigB

Slipper flung towards Nitish Kumar at Bihar`s Muzaffarpur rally, 3 arrested

The police took four people into custody on charges of creating disturbances at the CM's rally in Muzaffarpur. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3e2jH5K

PM Narendra Modi to disburse loans to 3 lakh street vendors today under SVANidhi scheme

PM SVANidhi Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Nidhi Yojana) scheme was launched on June 1 this year to help poor street vendors, impacted by coronavirus pandemic, resume livelihood activities.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kAK4m6

Mike Pompeo, Mark Esper to take part in India-US 2+2 inter-ministerial dialogue today, likely to sign BECA pact

 US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defence secretary Mark Esper will take part in the third 2+2 ministerial dialogue on Tuesday which is aimed at discussing regional security cooperation between India and US. The 2+2 inter-ministerial talks are scheduled to be held at 10 am today.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ostc37

Terrorist killed, another surrenders during encounter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama

The surrendered terrorist was identified as Saqib Akbar Waza, a resident of Gulshanpura, Pulwama. He he was pursuing B. Tech in Punjab's Patiala. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34twU4D

Mild earthquake of 3.3 magnitude jolts Maharashtra`s Nagpur

According to National Center for Seismology, the earthquake occurred 96km north-northeast of Nagpur on Tuesday morning. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dZKTSG

Doctors of Delhi`s government hospitals to hold two-hour protest over salary dues today

The major hospitals going for protest over salary dues include - Maulana Azad Medical College, Safdarjung Hospital, Hindu Rao Hospital and RML Hospital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jsrWct

4 killed as boat capsizes during Durga idol immersion in West Bengal`s Murshidabad

The police is investigating lapses in the handling of idol immersion in Murshidabad that led to the tragedy.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3msL4t4

Headless body of woman stuffed in sack found in Uttar Pradesh`s Meerut

The sack, containing the body of the woman was pulled by stray animals at the garbage site. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3moR71r

Bihar Assembly polls: We`re interested only in work, not in our self-promotion, says CM Nitish Kumar

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said, "Those who don't have any knowledge or experience, are speaking against me at behest of their advisors." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HyC46j

Nitin Gadkari launches Khadi footwear, says people will like these products

The launch comes following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Vocal for local' initiative. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31K5plr

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to lay foundation stones of 9 NH projects worth over Rs 2752 cr in Tripura on October 27

"The projects will reduce travel time and maintenance cost of the vehicles and saving of fuel," said the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TqSMYc

Myanmar army launches Operation Sunrise-3 to crackdown insurgent groups at Indo-Myanmar border

Indian foreign secretary Harsh Shringla and Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane were on a two-day visit to Myanmar this month.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TwyxIh

Gujarat High Court live-streams proceedings from Chief Justice`s courtroom on YouTube

The Gujarat High Court on Monday (October 26) announced that it will begin live-streaming of proceedings on popular video-sharing platform YouTube, Bar and Bench reported.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2J7v7di

Bihar election: Campaigning for first phase polls to end on October 26 evening

As campaigning for the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections is slated to end on Monday evening, Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav will address one dozen rallies across the state in a last-ditch efforts to woo the voters. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31Ze97F

Medium-intensity earthquake of 3.6-magnitude strikes Gujarat`s Kutch

The 3.6 magnitude earthquake was recorded at 8.18 am with its epicentre 12 km west-south-west of Anjar town in Kutch. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ovlW6O

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Defence secretary Mark Esper arrive in India for 2+2 ministerial dialogue

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar and Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will represent India in the third India-US 2+2 ministerial dialogue with US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Mark Esper. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IYk8CK

Maharashtra onion traders protest against Centre`s new policy on onion purchase

 The government on October 23 had invoked the Essential Commodities Amendment Act and imposed stock limits of 2 tonnes for retailers and 25 tonnes for wholesalers till December 31. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34pZnIy

Onion prices drop in consuming markets after govt action against hoarding

Onion prices showed a declining trend even in producing areas. For instance, in Lasalgaon in Maharashtra, Asia's largest wholesale onion market, onion prices dropped by Rs 5 per kg to Rs 51 per kg in just one day after the government's order on stock limits. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2G2udh2

Coal block scam: Former Union Minister Dilip Ray gets 3-year imprisonment

Dilip Ray is given three-year imprisonment for criminal conspiracy and other offences in connection with a coal scam case pertaining to alleged irregularities in the allocation of a Jharkhand coal block in the year 1999. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dZf3FD

PM Narendra Modi to disburse loans to 300,000 street vendors under SVANidhi scheme on Tuesday

PM SVANidhi Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Nidhi Yojana) scheme was launched on June 1 this year to help poor street vendors, impacted by coronavirus pandemic, resume livelihood activities. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3onnnUN

Michael Pompeo, Mark Esper to arrive in India today for 2+2 Ministerial dialogue

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar and Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will represent India in the third India-US 2+2 ministerial dialogue with US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Mark Esper. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31Iwo0P

All Indians to get free coronavirus vaccine: Union Minister

The announcement of free coronavirus vaccine for people of Bihar during a poll campaign had kicked up a row with Opposition accusing the government of using pandemic for political milage. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3orXcMA

Delhi gasps for air as stubble burning continues; AQI `severe` in Ghaziabad, Noida

On Monday (October 26), Areas around India Gate, Akshardham and ITO were full of smog and caused breathing problems to regular morning walkers and cyclists in the city. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35CtDiE

Allahabad University entrance exam results 2020 announced: Check toppers of BA, B.Sc, B.Com

Professor Prashant Aggarwal, Director of the Admissions Cell said Somnath Gupta, a Santakbirnagar resident, has topped the B.A exam. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Tq8p24

Bihar elections: Nitish Kumar will be behind bars if LJP comes to power, says Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswan urged people not to vote for JDU in this upcoming election and have a "Nitish-free government" in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37GCHWD

COVID-19 vaccine: Odisha`s SUM hospital soon to begin Phase 3 human trial of Covaxin

Notably, IMS and SUM Hospital is in the list of 21 medical institutes selected across the country by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) where the third phase trial would be conducted. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oo97Lf

Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment exam to be held from November 6-8: Everything you want to know

 A total of 17.5 lakh candidates have applied for the recruitment for the total 5438 posts of constable in Rajasthan Police this year. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37HRK2a

Flipkart Big Diwali sale starts on October 29; 80% discount on smartphones, laptops — Details inside

Just like the Big Billion Days sale, the 'Big Diwali Sale 'will also start early for Flipkart Plus members. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2G1Z2m0

Mathura`s Banke Bihari temple reopens for devotees

On October 15, on the order of the court of Civil Judge Junior Division, the temple was re-opened for devotees. However, following large crowd at the temple, manager Munish Sharma ordered the closure of the temple again from October 19. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37FAjzf

Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment 2020: Exam centre details out

The Rajasthan Police Constable Recruitment 2020 exams are scheduled to be held on November 6, 7, and 8. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IYBpM8

Husband live-streams sexual act with woman on app in Madhya Pradesh, arrested

The police recovered gold worth Rs 15.5 lakh and Rs 45,500 in cash and four mobiles among other things from the accused following his arrest. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37Fl616

We did not achieve anything from Kargil war: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has pinned responsibility on "certain Generals" in the Pakistani Army for dragging the country into Kargil war with India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hyr8pg

India is a civilised state, not based on religion or language: NSA Ajit Doval

India's National Security Advisor on Sunday (Ocotber 25, 2020) said that India is a "civilizational" state which has existed since times. Speaking at Parmarth Niketan in Uttarakhand, he highlighted how India as "Rastra" or civilization existed, but as a "Rajya" or nation came to being in 1947. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jqMX7t

Reserve Bank of India governor Shakti Kanta Das tests positive for coronavirus

Reserve Bank of India governor Shakti Kanta Das tests positive for novel coronavirus on Sunday (October 25, 2020). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kwedTi

Mahesh Kanodia, former BJP MP and musician dies at 83; PM Narendra Modi condoles demise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and popular Gujarati musician Mahesh Kanodia. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37DgnwP

Want to end border tension with China but will not cede an inch of land: Rajnath Singh in Darjeeling

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that India wants an end to the border tension with China in eastern Ladakh and said that the Indian Army would not let anyone take "even an inch of our land". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HucFe2

Mumbai woman assaults traffic cop when stopped for not wearing helmet, held with biker

A woman and one other person have been arrested by Mumbai police for allegedly thrashing and misbehaving with a traffic police constable.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jpkVJv

RJD`s Tejashwi Yadav attacks Bihar CM says, `People hate energyless, conservative Nitish Kumar`

Tejashwi Yadav alleged that the overwhelming crowds at his rallies show that people are not just angry but hate "energyless, conservative and narrow-minded" Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3miQA19

Kedarnath temple portals to be closed on Nov 16, Badrinath temple on Nov 19

The date for closing the temple portals is decided on the occasion of Dussehra every year. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35weUG3

PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate the National Conference on Vigilance and Anti-Corruption on October 27

Every year, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) organizes National Conference coinciding with ‘Vigilance Awareness Week’ which starts from October 27 and goes upto November 2. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3os0rU7

BJP worker shot at in West Bengal`s Howrah, rushed to hospital

The BJP, claiming it was political violence, allegedly ransacked the TMC worker's house, while the police and the ruling party in the state said the incident was a fallout of a land dispute between the two neighbours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HvoAIG

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Sikkim cancelled due to inclement weather

Rajnath Singh was scheduled to visit forward areas in Sikkim and interact with troops at border posts along the Line of Actual (LAC) with China in the Sikkim sector.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3onNb2U

Teen boy rapes 5-year-old girl in Uttar Pradesh`s Fatehpur

The girl was playing near her house when the accused took her to a secluded place and allegedly raped her, the family members alleged. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35xRMHi

Nepal rejects claims of using old map in PM K P Sharma Oli`s Dussehra greeting

Many people on social media, including Facebook and Twitter, commented that the Prime Minister's office deliberately removed the updated map after his meeting with India's Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) chief Samant Kumar Goel. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dTx4VU

Dussehra: 70-feet eco-friendly Ravana effigy for Ayodhya Ramlila

This year, a 70-feet eco-friendly effigy of Ravana, as against the usual 100-feel tall, has been prepared to go up in flames this evening.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34sG2GC

India`s daily COVID-19 cases drop below 51,000; total recovery crosses 70-lakh mark

Total coronavirus tally in India stands at 78,64,811 which includes 6,68,154 active cases and 70,78,123 cured/discharged cases. The recovery rate in India is now at 90 per cent.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3osBR5Q

President Ram Nath Kovind, PM Narendra Modi extend Dussehra greetings to nation

Both President Ram Nath Kovind and PM Narendra Modi wished the people on the festival of joy and happiness and sought God's blessing. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34pCXag

Mirzapur MP seeks ban on Amazon Prime`s `Mirzapur 2`, writes to PM Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath

Patel alleged that the series began streaming on Amazon Prime on October 23 and was maligning the image of Mirzapur by portraying it as a violent region. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TlZn5Q

Vijayadashami 2020: UP CM Yogi Adityanath performs `Kanya pujan` at Gorakhnath temple

The Chief Minister, who is also the head of the Goraksh Peeth in Gorakhpur, said that in Indian culture, the role of a 'mother' is revered and the 'Kanya Pujan' symbolized the power. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jtkVs7

Opportunists unleashed organised violence in name of anti-CAA protests: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in Dusshera address

 Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) supremo Mohan Bhagwat in his customary Vijayadashami speech, listed out various noteworthy incidents that took place in the last one year. The RSS chief spoke on issues like anti-Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests, India-China border conflict at Ladakh, Article 370 among others issues.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jtjLwL

Narendra Modi-Donald Trump get along well, their friendship has strengthened India-US relations: Nikki Haley

Former US envoy to the United Nations, Nikki Haley was campaigning for Donald Trump ahead of the US election in an event titled 'Indian voices for Trump fireside chat.`  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HuTGQM

PM Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath extend Maha Navami greetings to nation

Goddess Siddhidhatri is worshipped on the last day of Navratri which is the ninth form of Maa Durga.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31G5yGv

Allahabad University entrance exam 2020 results to be declared from Oct 25

The Allahabad University results for all the programmes will be released till October 28 as the Education Ministry has directed to commence the new session starting November 1. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ktMdQe

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address 70th edition of Mann Ki Baat today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation through his monthly radio programme `Mann Ki Baat` at 11 am today (October 25). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mi8C3B

NBA reprehends victimization of journalists, disapproves type of journalism practiced by Republic TV

"We condemn the reporting of baseless stories which subverts and interferes with the functioning of the law enforcement agencies," said NBA. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HBzeNN

Days after Galwan Valley clashes, ITBP to set up 47 new outposts on India-China border

In wake of the Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops amid tensions on the Line of Actual Control, the government has given approval to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) to set up 47 Border Outposts (BoPs) to step up vigil along the border. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2J3uHVl

China illegally occupies Nepal`s land at several places; Indian intelligence agencies sound alert

China has illegally occupied Nepal`s land at several places spreading over seven bordering districts and Indian intelligence agencies have sounded an alert in New Delhi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3omUBDE

Shiv Sena protests against Mehbooba Mufti`s `tricolour` remark in J&K; BJP demands arrest

Led by SSDF's president Ashok Gupta, the protesters holding tricolour in their hands assembled at Rani Park and raised slogans against the former chief minister besides setting ablaze her pictures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2J1iSPs

Former Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis tests positive for coronavirus

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis has tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 infection. Fadnavis took to Twitter and shared the news. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34rd1Li

Shiv Sena Dogra Front protests against Mehbooba Mufti`s tricolor remark in Jammu; BJP demands arrest

Led by SSDF's president Ashok Gupta, the protesters holding tricolour in their hands assembled at Rani Park and raised slogans against the former chief minister besides setting ablaze her pictures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31CNJby

Chinese goods, imported liquor sold at military canteens likely to be banned

The Defence Ministry is working towards banning the sale of imported items from countries including China at its canteen stores department as part of its efforts to promote local goods. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ognkd8

Indian Army shoots down China-made Pakistani quadcopter in Jammu and Kashmir`s Keran sector

The incident took place at around 8 am on Saturday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3opeB8L

Quad grouping with India, Australia and Japan is an alignment of democracies: US

Even as Quad, a grouping of US, India, Australia and Japan is increasingly gaining currency, US has said it is an "alignment of democracies" and more common activities are on the anvil when it comes to it. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37yJqSp

Two moderate-intensity quakes jolt Himachal Pradesh in less than 24 hours

An earthquake of moderate-intensity of 3.2 magnitude hit Himachal's Bilaspur on Saturday morning.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ojHhQh

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Paediatric Heart Hospital, Girnar ropeway, Kisan Suryodaya Yojana in Gujarat

Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani and other Ministers, officials joined the inauguration event via video conferencing.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hu0cYa

Bless us with happiness, good health: PM Narendra Modi seeks blessings on Durga Ashtami

The Prime Minister sought blessings from Goddess Durga seeking happiness, good health and prosperity for everyone.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TmEZBO

Amazon snubs Parliamentary committee`s summon, panel can move breach of privilege motion

A parliamentary panel which is looking into issues of data protection and privacy by social media giants has decided that it will move a breach of privilege motion against Amazon if a representative does not appear before it on October 28. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31CgC7v

Railways to run 23 special trains during festive season: Check list here

Special trains will be run to cater to the growing demand during the ensuing holiday period of Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali and Chhatt Puja. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2J4WjcN

Railways announces 23 special trains to run during festive season: Check list here

Special trains will be run to cater to the growing demand during the ensuing holiday period of Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali and Chhatt Puja. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3olyHAt

COVID-19 vaccines to be ready by mid-2021: Biocon`s Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

As the clamour for a COVID-19 vaccine goes stronger, chairperson and managing director of Bengaluru-based Biocon Ltd Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw believes India could have a vaccine by mid-2021. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HxCHgk

Delhi air turns worst in eight months, AQI in severe category

Amid the rise in pollution levels, people are having problems with breathing and some children have started facing throat problems due to contaminated air. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3koPpgc

India, Myanmar working to jointly produce and supply COVID-19 vaccine

Key officials from India and Myanmar held a virtual discussion on the possible joint production, distribution and supply of COVID-19 vaccine. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3omOIGE

Terrorist onboard: Passenger creates ruckus on Air India`s Delhi-Goa flight

A passenger traveling aboard Air India's Delhi-Goa flight created panic mid-air as he claimed that there was a terrorist in the aircraft.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31E58QZ

US astronaut Kate Rubins votes from International Space Station! Here`s how it works

NASA astronaut Kate Rubins, who is the only American in space and will remain so on Election Day — November 3, cast her vote from space from aboard Crew-1.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34mIVZs

UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2020 results declared: Direct link here

Candidates who appeared for the UPSC Prelims 2020 examination can download their results from the official website — upsc.gov.in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ksCKIZ

AP EAMCET 2020 counselling process begins at apeamcet.nic.in, here’s how to apply

The registration, payment of counselling fees, and document verification for the first 20,000 rank holders has begun at apeamcet.nic.in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mipOpw

PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate three key projects in Gujarat today

PM Modi will launch ‘Kisan Suryodaya Yojana’, inaugurate Paediatric Heart Hospital and Mobile App for tele-cardiology at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HnK1vA

Don`t lie Modi Ji, did you give jobs to Biharis: Rahul Gandhi in joint rally with Tejashwi Yadav

Rahul Gandhi questioned the Prime Minister`s statement of bowing his head in front of the sons of Bihar who had made the supreme sacrifice in Galwan Valley clash, and said the PM insulted the Army by lying about the Chinese intrusion. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37z64Kj

India`s active COVID-19 caseload below 7 lakh for first time after 2 months: Health Ministry

India has reached a significant milestone in its fight against COVID as the active caseload of the country has fallen below 7 lakh for the first time after two months (63 days), while the total recoveries have crossed 69 lakhs, the Ministry of Health said on Friday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3odfC3s

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti lashes out at Centre, says `they have no powers to take away Jammu and Kashmir`s special status`

Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti held a meet ten days after her release from 14-month detention on October 13. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3koRsRk

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti lashes out at Centre, says `they have no powers to take away Jammu and Kashmir`s special status`

Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday lashed out at the Centre over the abrogation of Article 370 saying that 'they have no powers to take away the special status' of J&K. She held a meet nine days after her release from 14-month detention on October 13. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3knXS39

Google, Paytm summoned by Parliamentary panel on data security on October 29, Amazon refuses to appear

A joint committee of Parliament on Friday issued summons to Google and Paytm representatives asking them to appear before it on October 29 in connection with data protection and security. News agency PTI quoted sources to confirm the development. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3miIrKf

Parliamentary panel summons Google, Paytm over data security on October 29

A joint committee of Parliament on Friday issued summons to Google and Paytm representatives asking them to appear before it on October 29 in connection with data protection and security. News agency PTI quoted sources to confirm the development. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jjnMnb

India needs to fix domestic issues to face world with more credibility: Shashi Tharoor at UN

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor at the UN said India needs to fix its domestic issues, including that of the economy, and have "moral authority" if it wants to be a rules contributor to the world. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37z2dwU

Delhi air quality dips to `very poor` category; Donald Trump`s comment raises concerns about climate change in india

On October 22, during a presidential debate with his Democratic challenger Joe Biden in Nashville, Trump accused China, India and Russia of not taking care of their filthy air. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2TjC1OA

Modi govt`s `Swachh Bharat` Mission giving annual benefits of over Rs 53,000 per household: Study

The study, which happens to be the first-ever economic analysis of the scheme, showed that the poorest have got a financial return of 2.6 and a societal return of 5.7 times the cost. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35tsIkH

Will you not give COVID-19 vaccine to those who don’t vote for you: Shiv Sena asks BJP

A day after the BJP promised to give free COVID-19 vaccines to people in Bihar in its election manifesto, its estranged former NDA ally Shiv Sena on Friday asked it to clarify if those who will not vote for the party will be given the vaccine or not. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hu9Fyu

Tamil Nadu COVID-19 count breaches 7-lakh mark; recovery rate over 93%

As per the state health depatment bulletin on Thursday, Tamil Nadu has surpassed a total of 7-lakh COVID-19 cases with 3,077 new cases of infection. The death toll in the southern state rose to 10,825 with 445 more fatalities.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mc3UV2

Indian Navy`s anti-ship missile launched by INS Prabal sinks target with clinical precision - WATCH

The Indian Navy on Friday shared a video showing an anti-ship missile (AShM) launched by its Missile Corvette  INS Prabal landing home on with deadly accuracy at maximum range and sinking the target ship. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dU8T9R

UP cop suspended for keeping beard, says permission request got no response

A Sub-inspector of the Uttar Pradesh Police has been suspended and sent to the police lines for keeping a beard without permission. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3koyU3I

Anti-ship missile launched by Indian Navy’s INS Prabal sinks target ship with clinical precision - WATCH

The Indian Navy on Friday shared a video showing an anti-ship missile (AShM) launched by its Missile Corvette  INS Prabal landing home on with deadly accuracy at maximum range and sinking the target ship. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HhnpNh

Mumbai mall fire: 2 firefighters injured, 3500 people evacuated from next building

At least 24 fire trucks are at the site and some 250 firefighters are at the spot, working to extinguish the fire.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dR8Uve

US State Dept says LAC situation will be discussed at 2+2 dialogue with India; BECA agreement in works

Ahead of the third India, US 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministers meet in New Delhi next week, the US state department has said that the situation at the Line of Actual Control with China will be discussed at the meet. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3mki9ax

SAMS Odisha 2020: Second merit list for Plus 3 exam released on samsodisha.gov.in — Direct link here

Candidates who are seeking SAMS Odisha Plus 3 admission 2020, can check the merit list by visiting the official website - samsodisha.gov.in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37xNJNJ

Covaxin: Bharat Biotech gets DCGI nod for Phase 3 trial of its coronavirus vaccine

The coronavirus vaccine being developed by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) — Covaxin, has been cleared for the third phase of clinical trials. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31ymLl7

MPBSE class 10 supplementary results 2020 declared, check details at mpbse.nic.in

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) declared the results for its Class 10th suplementary exams on Thursday (October 22, 2020).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Htkd11

PM Narendra Modi`s Bihar poll campaign begins today, 3 rallies to be addressed on day 1

Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to hold 12 election rallies in Bihar starting today. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3maZhdO

India-made Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project in Bhutan wins top UK engineers body award

The Mangdechhu Hydroelectric project in Bhutan, constructed by India has been awarded the Brunel Medal 2020 conferred by UK's top engineering body.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Tk20Fi

Russia`s COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V to be clinically tested on 100 Indian volunteers

The Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V will be tested in India on 100 volunteers, the Indian Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation`s Drug Controller General (DCGI) on Thursday told Sputnik, reported ANI. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dPADMK

Major fire breaks out at Mumbai`s City Centre mall, 20 fire engines on spot

According to reports, a fireman received burn injuries during the operation and was immediately rushed to Mumbai's JJ Hospital for medical treatment.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37BbiVQ

How DRDO-developed Nag anti-tank guided missile completely destroys its target within seconds - WATCH

A video showing how Nag anti-tank guided missile completely destroys its target within a few seconds has come to the fore. The final trial of Nag ATGM was carried out at 6:45 AM at the Pokhran field firing ranges in Rajasthan.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m94ItM

Unlock 5.0: Government makes graded relaxation in visa and travel restrictions

The government has now decided to make a graded relaxation in visa and travel restrictions for more categories of foreign nationals and Indian nationals who wish to enter or leave India.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dPoqrB

Delhi Police arrests two women for robbing elderly man

Two women were arrested on Thursday for allegedly robbing a senior citizen of Rs 50,000 in south Delhi, police said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37tFCBR

INS Kavaratti, the anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette, commissioned into Indian Navy

Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette "INS Kavaratti" was commissioned into Indian Navy by Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam on Thursday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34jnoRu

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: Meet the richest candidate in the first phase - Check details

A study undertaken by ADR has revealed that around 35% candidates in the fray for first phase of Bihar Assembly election have assets more than Rs 1 crore. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3oeGHDk

PM Modi in Durga Puja speech pays tribute to icons of Bengal, talks about women empowerment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his address to the citizens paid tributes to icons of Bengal, as five-day celebrations began in the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m5HFjm

Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Pakistan parliamentary panel approves govt`s bill to seek review of Indian death row prisoner`s conviction

A Pakistani parliamentary panel has approved a government bill that seeks a review of the conviction of death-row prisoner Kulbhushan Jadhav, complying with the directives of the International Court of Justice, according to a media report on Thursday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dRpxa7

Government issues stern warning to Twitter over location settings showing Leh in China

India on Thursday issued a strict warning to Twitter over location settings in microblogging site showing Leh as part of China. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IViUID

Onion prices jump significantly, to touch new high during Diwali - Check rates here

This Diwali onions will likely see a significant spike in prices also the quality of onions is likely to detoriate. Onion which were priced at just Rs 20 kg has now reached a height of Rs 100 kg.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31rGX8k

Nearly 33% of Chennai’s population has developed antibodies to COVID-19, shows sero survey

At a time when Chennai’s daily Covid-19 cases are dipping below the 1000-mark consistently, the findings of the second serosurvey has revealed that 32.3% of the city’s population has developed IgG anti-bodies to Covid-19. As per the Chennai Corporation, 6389 samples were collected on a random basis from streets and households across the city, of which 2062 tested positive for IgG anti-bodies. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ogWmSQ

Indo-Nepal border reopens after 7 months but Kathmandu`s stand leaves everyone surprised

The Indo-Nepal border was reopened on Thursday but Nepal government has decided to keep the border closed and has deployed police at the border. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37rglbv

Amit Shah turns 56: PM Narendra Modi, top leaders extend birthday greetings to `Chanakya` of modern India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top political leaders on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Union Home Minister Amit Shah who turned 56 years old today. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35hHAm2

BJP slams CM Uddhav Thackeray after Maharashtra blocks CBI from probing cases without consent

A day after the Maharashtra government withdrew its consent to the CBI to probe cases in the state, BJP leader Ram Kadam targeted the Uddhav Thackeray-led government accusing it of trying to hide facts. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kkrEFL

Heavy to very heavy rains predicted in West Bengal over the next few days

India Meterological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rains in West Bengal over the next few days. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jozsFb

IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2020: Online application link for 2557 vacancies to reopen on October 23

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will reopen the online registration and application window for 2557 vacancies of clerk on October 23. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35owOue

PM Narendra Modi to participate in Durga Puja event in West Bengal with eye on 2021 state polls

As West Bengal gears up for the five-day Durga Puja celebrations amid novel coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the people of the state virtually on Thursday (October 22).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ob9nxj

Bihar Assembly Election 2020: You got many chances but you betrayed people of Bihar, RJD chief Lalu Yadav attacks CM Nitish Kumar

Lalu Prasad on Thursday accused Bihar CM Nitish Kumar of betraying the people of Bihar who gave him multiple chances to run the government.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37u7gyp

Final trial of DRDO-developed Nag missile successful, ready for induction into Army

India on Thursday successfully carried out the final trial of the DRDO-developed Nag anti-tank guided missile with a warhead. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kp61nW

Final trial of DRDO-developed Nag anti-tank guided missile with warhead successful

India on Thursday successfully carried out the final trial of the DRDO-developed Nag anti-tank guided missile with a warhead. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34iMcsG

NEET 2020: Counselling for 15% All India quota seats may begin soon - Read details here

The counselling for NEET 2020 counselling is expected to begin soon for the 15 per cent Air India Quota seats, a report said on Thursday (October 22).  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jkwMJ1

Delhi High Court directs government to release over Rs 2.52 cr from its budget to district courts

The Delhi high court pulled up the Delhi government observing that 150 judicial officials are due to be posted in the next couple of months and directed the AAP government to release the required sum without any delay. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2FPrKXd

Hike in rail fare during festive season, here`s what Indian Railways said

Indian Railways launched 392 festival special trains from Monday till November 30 in order to take care of the rush of passengers during festive season. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35q8Kak

UP JEE BEd 2020 counselling begins from this date; check other details

The online counselling process will be done in three stages. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31sFf6w

Railway unions call off agitation after cabinet approves productivity-linked bonus

The workers' unions had threatened the national transporter with "direct action" if their productivity-linked bonus, usually paid before Durga Puja, was not released by October 20. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2FMqPXl

India-US 2+2 ministerial dialogue to be held on October 27: All you need to know

From the Indian side, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will lead the delegations. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dLEzy5

EC issues notice to Kamal Nath over `item` jibe, seeks explanation within 48 hours

Addressing a poll meeting on Sunday in Gwalior's Dabra town, where the BJP has fielded Imarti Devi, Kamal Nath had said the Congress candidate was a "simple person" unlike his opponent who was an "item". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3ogFWdg

Three more held in Pune`s Pimpri Chinchwad Rs 20 cr drug case, total 12 now

The Police has also raided and sealed a company named Sanyog Biotech where these drugs were made. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HeBr2a

Major blow to BJP in West Bengal, Bimal Gurung`s Gorkha Janmukti Morcha pulls out of NDA alliance

Gorkha Janmukti Morcha president Bimal Gurung announced the move at a press meet in Kolkata. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m9jGQm

Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act gets Cabinet nod; check other decisions

Prakash Javadekar said the move will help establish all the three tiers of grassroots-level democracy in Jammu and Kashmir like in other parts of the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31r8M0u

ED questions former Jammu and Kashmir CM Farooq Abdullah second time in three days

This is the second time in three days that Abdullah was questioned again by the ED. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jmJmHn

US Senators welcome India`s decision to invite Australia for annual Malabar naval exercises

The annual Malabar exercises and quad have four-members namely the US, Australia, Japan and India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35mlIpt

24K smuggled gold worth 45.4 lakhs seized at Chennai airport

The gold was seized under the Customs Act, 1962.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31sTPuY

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flays Mahagathbandhan, says `Laalten (RJD symbol) phoot gayi hai aur tel beh gayi hai`

Lauding the central government initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, Rajnath Singh said that around 25 lakh people in the state are receiving benefits under this scheme from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31uj5AV

Andra Pradesh CM YS Jaganmohan Reddy launches YSR Bima scheme, poor families of accident victims to get Rs 10,000 aid

All the families with white ration cards (issued for poor) are eligible for the YSR Bima scheme. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HjN9Zg

PM Narendra Modi to address people of West Bengal on Durga Puja: Check details

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made elaborate arrangements for this. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hj7cXK

Arrested Chinese spy was asked to seek internal information about Prime Minister`s Office, other important ministries

The revelation by the Chinese spy has reportedly shaken her intelligence agency's companions in China. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HkYsQG

`Jangal cheer ke aaya hoon`, says Chirag as he continues to attack Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

LJP president Chirag Paswan on Wednesday (October 21) released the party manifesto for election at an event. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dLbjYl

India to expose Pakistan’s role to instigate terror in Jammu and Kashmir on October 22

On the intervening night of October 20-21,1947, more than five thousands Pakistani Tribal forces led by Pakistani Army advanced towards Sringar. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31u7WQD

IAF declares AFCAT Results 2020 on afcat.cdac.in, here`s how to check online

Indian Air Force (IAF) declared AFCAT Results 2020 on Tuesday (October 20) on its official website afcat.cdac.in. The IAF announced that the SSB for all selected candidates would begin in November 2020.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37sn5pC

IAF declares AFCAT Results 2020 on afcat.cdac.in, here`s how to check online and other details

Indian Air Force (IAF) declared AFCAT Results 2020 on Tuesday (October 20) on its official website afcat.cdac.in. The IAF announced that the SSB for all selected candidates would begin in November 2020.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hkn4sT

MPPSC announces vacancies for professors and other posts, apply online at www.mppsc.nic.in - Check key details here

MPPSC has started receiving applications to recruit people for the posts of Professor, Reader and Lecturer in colleges across the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31qG8N7

Dawood Ibrahim’s ancestral property in Ratnagiri to be auctioned on November 10

Tightening the noose against fugitive gangster and Mumbai serial blasts mastermind Dawood Ibrahim, some properties belonging to him in his ancestral village in Ratnagiri district will be auctioned on November 10. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m6ISHf

TRP scam: 3 more people arrested by Mumbai police

Three more people were arrested by Mumbai Police for their alleged involvement in TRP scam on Tuesday (October 20). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kcGRZD

India hands over PLA soldier, who was apprehended in Demchok sector of Ladakh, to China

Indian authorities have returned back a Chinese soldier who was apprehended in Demchok sector of Eastern Ladakh. He was handed over to Chinese authorities at Chushul–Moldo meeting point on Tuesday (October 20) night.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kl1qTJ

7-year-old boy allegedly sexually assaults minor girl in Uttar Pradesh`s Aligarh

A 7-year-old boy allegedly sexually assaulted his five-and-a-half-year-old neighbour in Aligarh, police said and have registered a POCSO case. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37ps3TS

Here`s why Indians must take PM Narendra Modi’s COVID-19 warning seriously during festive season

PM Modi addressed the nation on Tuesday and said that is not the time to take the Covid-19 pandemic lightly during the upcoming festive season.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IFKmtB

Mumbai: BEST driver suffers heart attack while driving, hits vegetable shop

An accident took place in Mumbai on Tuesday (October 23) after a BEST driver suffered from heart attack. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IMy82y

Islamic State calls to avenge Babri demolition, asks followers to wage Jihad against India

The magazine, which appears to be a major threat to national security, has come under the scanner of security agencies. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34d9P5U

68-year-old woman embarks on journey to Vaisho Devi on her bicycle; to travel 2200km

Devotion can make us take any challenge. A 68-year-old woman from Maharashtra's Buldhana district is travelling alone to Vaishno Devi on her bicycle covering a distance of 2200 kilometers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35dZbeK

Will strive to conquer the unconquered, says BJP`s Tejasvi Surya after taking charge as BJYM chief

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Monday took charge as the new president of the party's youth wing in and said that "we will work towards building political workers for 21st century India". from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Heb640

Bihar Assembly election 2020: Independent candidate arrives on buffalo to file nomination - WATCH

An independent candidate from Bahadurpur assembly constituency in Bihar's Darbhanga went to file his nomination riding a buffalo. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HfkpRn

Bhagavad Gita on rice: Hyderabad students writes verses of holy book on 4042 grains

The project took over 150 careful hours of painstaking precision and is an exciting addition to her collection of 2,000 artworks, says the artist Ramagiri Swarika. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35cxaEc

2 terrorists kileld by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir`s Shopian; AK rifle, pistol seized

The identity and group affiliation of slain terrorists are yet to be ascertained. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jiEwLf

PM Narendra Modi reveals Centre`s plan regarding distribution of COVID-19 vaccine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hinted that the Centre will use digital health ID to ensure immunisation against the deadly viral disease. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3obvyn4

Less than 50,000 COVID-19 cases recorded in last 24 hours, tally nears 76-lakh

India recorded 46,791 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours taking the total tally to 75,97,064, as per the Ministry of Health data. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3o7h8US

Viral video: Assam doctor dances to Hrithik Roshan`s Ghungroo track to cheer up COVID-19 patients

In the 1.17-long video, Dr Arup Senapati, an ENT surgeon at Silchar Medical College Assam, is seen performing the signature steps of Hrithik in his PPE kit to entertain the COVID-19 patients.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T6PFEq

Beware! Riding without helmet will now lead to 3-month suspension of driving license in Karnataka

Riding without a helmet can now lead to a 3-month suspension of your driving license in Karnataka. Yes, you got it right. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37tefrH

Unlock 5.0: This state may allow reopening of schools, colleges soon, check details here

Gujarat is yet to reopen the schools and the government has now decided to seek everyone’s opinion before taking a final call in this regard. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T9g18L

SANT Missile with ‘lock-on after lunch’ capabilities successfully testfired from Odisha coast

India on Monday (October 19) successfully testfired the Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) Missile off the coast of Odisha. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35dyBSR

Bihar polls: Union Minister Nityanand Rai urges voters to save his prestige in the upcoming election

Union Minister Nityanand was addressing a rally in the Senduari high school in Vaishali district of Bihar where he was campaigning for BJP candidate Awadesh Singh.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hh8kee

Shashi Tharoor praises COVID-19 themed Durga idol depicted as doctor, calls it `brilliantly appropriate`

Sharing picture of the idol on his Twitter handle, Shashi Tharoor called it 'brilliantly appropriate'. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3o9rdk0

Thief, who boarded train with Rs 1.3 cr stolen jewellery, arrested by cops who opted for flight to nab him

According to reports, the accused, who originally hails from West Bengal's Burdwan, worked as a domestic help at a builder's house in Bengaluru, where he committed the crime. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dHVa6b

Major administrative reshuffle in Himachal Pradesh, 22 IAS, HPAS officers transferred

In a major reshuffle the Himachal Pradesh government on Monday transferred 22 Indian Administrative Service (IAS), and HP Administrative Service officers, including making IAS Aditya Negi the new Deputy Commissioner of Shimla. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IHdRv3

India invites Australia to form `Quad` Alliance in Malabar Naval Drill amid border row with China

Australia has been showing keen interest in participating in the exercise and India's decision to heed to Australia's request to be part of the mega naval drill comes amid ongoing border tension with China.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jerHSf

UPSEE counselling 2020: Round 1 registration begins at upsee.nic.in — Check last date, documents required

Candidates who have cleared the UPSEE 2020 can register for counselling online at upsee.nic.in. The online registration process for the first round of counselling will conclude on October 22. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m45iZE

Zee Exclusive: Social equations are in our favour in Bihar Assembly election, says Amit Shah

Amit Shah said he is not secretive, and added that when he came to know that he was corona positive, he immediately tweeted in this regard. He also laughed at the speculations that he had some serious ailment.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3m3cplk

Major blunder in NEET 2020 exam results revealed, All India topper declared as failed

In a surprising development, the National Testing Agency (NTA) recently declared a topper as failed in NEET 2020 result. The student named Mridul Rawat, who failed the NEET 2020 as per the first marksheet issued by NTA, actually emerged as an All India Topper in the ST category. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31nPmtE

FIR against BJP leader for flouting COVID-19 guidelines during roadshow in Indore

The FIR states that while permission for five vehicles taking part in the roadshow had been taken, there were 20-25 vehicles that came out on the streets. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HfzRwu

Terrorist killed during encounter in Shopian`s Melhura area in Jammu and Kashmir

An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian whereas another injured terrorist was arrested from Anantnag, said Kashmir Zone Police.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dF1zPk

Onion prices to touch new high during Diwali — Check rates from Lasalgaon mandi

Prices of onions soared to Rs 6802 per quintal in Lasalgaon, Asia's biggest onion market in Maharashtra, on Monday (October 19). from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3o7m7on

Railway plans to replace pantry car with 3rd AC coach in about 300 trains: Report

In replacement of the pantry cars, Indian railways will set up IRTC kitchens in major stations that will supply foods in train. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T67xPP

Hindi poet Kumar Vishwas`s stolen Fortuner car recovered by Ghaziabad police after 8 months

In a good news for famous Hindi poet Kumar Vishwas, Ghaziabad police has succeeded in recovering his Fortuner car which was stolen from his residence in Ghaziabad's Vasundhara on February 15, 2019. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/359AxM5

Murder accused alleges gang-rape by 5 cops inside lock-up in Madhya Pradesh`s Rewa

The woman accused five police personnel of gang-raping her on May 9 and May 21 inside the prison lock-up in Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k6Cu2a

Twitter India reacts to geotag issue around Leh, says will resolve the problem soon

Twitter India called the geotag mistake a technical error and assured that it is working towards resolving the problem.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j4OaBi

Stay away from Ballia incident: BJP chief JP Nadda warns party MLA who backed key accused

The BJP President dialled Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Swatantra Dev Singh and expressed his displeasure over remarks made by MLA Surendra Singh on Ballia firing incident.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3keL92D

My party is over: Chennai man’s self-written `emotional` obituary goes viral

The self-written obituary of Chennai man has gone viral on social media with many people sharing it online and saying that they cannot stop getting emotional after reading the self-written obituaty by Ejji K Umamahesh. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35eJmo3

DU admissions 2020: Admission process under second cut-off begins, read details here

The admission process on the basis of the second cut-off list released by Delhi University will end on October 21. The admission process is completely online. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31jd2PN

COVID-19 tally in India breaches 75-lakh mark, new cases drop below 60,000

The recovery rate in India mounts to 88.26 per cent while the fatality rate stands at 1.52 per cent.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37kmvtG

Terrorists attack joint forces in Gangoo village in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama; CRPF jawan injured

According to reports, unidentified terrorists launched an attack and opened fire on a joint team of security forces near Gangoo village in south Kashmir's Pulwama.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/348VU0F

Centre makes big announcement over development of indigenous COVID-19 vaccine

The Centre on Sunday announced that Serum Institute of India (SII) and Bharat Biotech would soon begin the clinical trials of nasal coronavirus vaccine in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j8QDuA

Low-intensity earthquake jolts Ladakh, fourth tremor in two weeks

The earthquake hit 110 kilometres north-north-west (NNW) of Kargil at a depth of 10 kilometres, the NCS said.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31j4aJZ

Kamal Nath`s `item` jibe at Imarti Devi triggers outrage; BJP files complaint with Election Commission

A video of senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath calling 'item' to a former woman colleague who switched over to the BJP has sparked a controversy.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jeOy02

Twitter India shows Jammu and Kashmir as part of China, sparks row

Twitterians asked IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad to take quick action against Twitter India.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jjhowx

DSC jawan found dead with gunshot injury in Mumbai

The police said it is trying to ascertain whether it was a suicide or whether he misfired from his service rifle. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T8y2E9

Uttar Pradesh to reopen Madarsas from today, check all details here

Madarsa will only conduct classes for students studying in Secondary, Senior Secondary, Kamil and Fazil with 50 per cent capacity. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T5Fujv

Telangana to witness more rain after days of downpour; lakes continue to overflow

The Met department has forecast more rains in parts of the state until October 21. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kaRFrl

Revealed: Pakistan Army`s new conspiracy to unleash terror in Jammu and Kashmir

Pakistan Army is conspiring to push large groups of terrorists in Kashmir in order to create disturbances, said security agencies. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HjIXbn

Laxity during festivals will lead to 26 lakh new COVID-19 cases in just 30 days, warns panel

A government appointed committee of experts on COVID-19 pandemic has warned that any laxity during festivals or winter will lead to an increase of 26 lakh coronavirus cases within a month. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lRqdiG

Air quality `very poor` in parts of Gurgaon, `poor` in Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad

There was heavy concentration of PM 2.5 and PM 10 pollutants in the air of the four immediate neighbouring districts of Delhi, according to AQI maintained by the CPCB. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2FLjZl6

Assam-Mizoram clash: What led to violent conflict at border

Simmering tension prevailed on the Assam-Mizoram border after a violent clash took place between the people of the two states. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Hiht60

Unlock 5: Schools to reopen in Uttar Pradesh and these two states from today; check guidelines

Only those schools which are outside containment zones are allowed to reopen from today (October 19) for students of class 9th to 12th. Students will only attend school after parents give their consent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T45go7

Several injured in violent clash at Assam-Mizoram border, Centre calls meet

Several people got injured after violent clash broke out between two groups from people of Assam and Mizoram near the border areas. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HeOujT

COVID-19 community transmission limited to few districts, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan admits after months of denial

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan admitted that community transmission of the novel coronavirus occurred in certain districts in a limited number of states but not countrywide. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31icY2C

Two women jump out of moving cab in Punjab`s Amritsar to avoid molestation bid from driver

Two women jumped out of a moving car to avoid molestation bid from the driver. The incident took place on Saturday in Punjab's Amritsar.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dBvVlO

Unlock 5: Schools in these states to reopen from October 19, number of hours restricted — Read guidelines

Come October 19 and three states, including Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Sikkim, will be seen reopening their schools partially in areas outside containment zones from October 19 for students of class 9th to 12th. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3o3Lur5

Iron man-shaped balloon in UP sky sparks fear of alien invasion

In a bizzare incident, a balloon in the shape of fictional superhero comic character Iron Man was reported to be flying in the sky over Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida on Saturday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lVI4VF

NEET 2020: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, Governor Ganeshi Lal congratulates AIR 1 Soyeb Aftab, wishes him bright future

Soyeb Aftab who is a resident of Odisha was elated on receiving a call from the chief minister and thanked him. He is the first student from Odisha to have topped the NEET. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dyOXt6

BrahMos supersonic cruise missile test-fired from stealth destroyer INS Chennai, hits bull`s eye

India on Sunday successfully test fired the supersonic cruise missile BrahMos from Indian Navy’s stealth destroyer INS Chennai. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lXKAea

CRPF jawan wounded in grenade attack by terrorists in Pulwama`s Tral in Jammu and Kashmir

Terrorists hurled a grenade upon CRPF personnel near Tral bus stand in Pulwama district of south Kashmir, a police official said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nYIQ66

Indian Air Force congratulates Akanksha Singh for securing AIR 2 in NEET exam

Akanksha Singh's father Rajendra Kumar Rao is an ex-army officer.  Akanksha wants to study in AIIMS hospital at Delhi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kbMCGV

Security forces gun down NSCN-K (YA) cadre in Arunachal Pradesh`s Longding

Security forces eliminated one insurgent, without any damage to own troops during the operation in Arunachal's Longding district. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j8n7oJ

COVID-19 vaccine may be ready by December, may hit the market in this month: SII

In a good news for millions of Indians, Dr Suresh Jadhav, executive director, Serum Institute of India (SII), on Saturday (October 17) said that India would get COVID-19 vaccine by March 2021. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T2r43t

Bihar Assembly election 2020: Chirag Paswan slams CM Nitish, says he dislikes youths

LJP president Chirag Paswan on Monday said that Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is anxious to portray a distance and wedge between LJP and BJP. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j6vKjp

Ballia shootout key accused Dhirendra Singh arrested from Lucknow

According to reports, Singh was arrested by the STF from Lucknow on Sunday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IyEB0K

Farm fire contribution to Delhi pollution to rise; air quality recorded `poor`

It was 19% on October 17, 18% on Oct 16, around 1% on October 15 and around 3% on October 14, 13 and 12. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/358euph

Modi government failed in COVID-19 management, Pakistan did better than us: Shashi Tharoor at Lahore Lit Fest

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has slammed PM Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre for failing to handle COVID-19 pandemic. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/345PT4W

COVID-19 tally in India nears 75-lakh mark with 61,871 new infections

 As per the Ministry of Health data, the total coronavirus tally in the country stands at 74,94,551 with the recovery rate rising to 88.03 per cent. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dA509U

Rajasthan PTET Result 2020 for two-year B.Ed course declared

Candidates who appear in the exam can check Rajasthan PTET B.Ed results 2020 on the official website. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31hFdhL

Indian Army is prepared for any eventuality, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah after Xi Jinping asks Chinese troops to get ready for war

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday (October 17) issued a stern warning to China saying Indian Army is always prepared to face any situation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37kq17s

We bow to you: PM Narendra Modi seeks blessings from Goddess Brahmacharini on 2nd day of Navratri festival

Goddess Brahmacharini is worshipped for emancipation or moksha and endowment of peace and prosperity. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37c4oX0

Meet 9-year-old Licypriya Kangujam who is fighting to bring climate change law in Delhi-NCR

Environment activist Licypriya Kangujam is demanding the Narendra Modi led government to bring climate change law for Delhi-NCR region that can help controlling pollution. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2FBJu8a

Heavy rain lashes Hyderabad again, evacuation of low-lying residential areas begin

Torrential rains lashed Hyderabad on Saturday (October 17) just days after heavy rainfall caused severe damage in Telangana's capital city. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/345Hbne

DU second cut-off list 2020 released on du.ac.in, check colleges still open for admission

Colleges like LSR, Miranda House, Ramjas and SRCC released new cut-offs for several courses in the second cut-off list. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35o6osP

Centre makes big announcement over mutation in coronavirus in India

The PMO said in a statement on Saturday that two pan-India studies on the genome of the coronavirus found no major mutation in the deadly virus in India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j9oKCk

DU second cut-off list 2020 released, check colleges still open for admission

Delhi University's second cut-off list showed the list of colleges where seats are still available. SRCC and LSR open for admissions in several courses.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3498xch

India ranks 94 in Global Hunger Index, placed in `serious` hunger category

India ranked 94 among 107 nations in the Global Hunger Index 2020 and is in the 'serious' hunger category with experts blaming poor implementation processes, lack of effective monitoring, siloed approach in tackling malnutrition and poor performance by large states behind the low ranking. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j5h6cj

Centre`s new farm laws an attack on soul of every farmer: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday stepped up his attack on the central government over the recently enacted farm laws, and said these are a blatant attack on the soul of every farmer and that such legislations "weaken" the country's foundation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3o3DgzA

Indian Railways reviews security, crowd management, enforcement of COVID-19 protocol as footfalls increase ahead of festive season

The field formations were asked to strictly enforce the COVID protocol. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34b9ssV

Centre`s high-level teams arrive in Kerala, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal to check surge in COVID-19 cases

The teams will support the State efforts towards strengthening COVID-19 containment, surveillance, testing, infection prevention and control measures. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nYivFl

LJP`s Chirag Paswan claims to be PM Narendra Modi`s Hanuman, says `will tear open my chest` as BJP hits out

The LJP chief, who has been warned off by the BJP against using Prime Minister Narendra Modi's photo for campaigning during Bihar assembly election 2020 stated that he does not need to carry his photos as the 'Prime Minister stays in his heart.' from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j7wTHx

Ballia firing case: UP Police to invoke NSA, Gangster Act against accused

Uttar Pradesh police announced that the accused in Ballia killing will be charged under National Security Act (NSA) and the Gangster Act. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37fk8Zp

PM Narendra Modi to deliver keynote address at Grand Challenges Annual Meeting on October 19

Approximately 1600 people from 40 countries will participate in this Annual meeting.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k9GJdj

India will now import these five agri-products from Bhutan

Bhutan's there Ministry of Agriculture & Forests has allowed import of Tomato, Onion, and Okra from India under the Plant Quarantine Rules and Regulations of Bhutan, 2018. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kjwanW

Delhi court sentences 15 ISIS operatives to varying jail terms in conspiracy case

A special NIA court in Delhi awarded varying jail terms to 15 persons associated with terror organisation ISIS for hatching a criminal conspiracy to carry out acts of terrorism in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2H6eMVy

UP CM Yogi Adityanth launches `Mission Shakti` campaign on Navratri to check crime against women

The mission which aims to reduce crime against women in Uttar Pradesh was launched on the first day of Navratri which is the nine days of festivities to welcome Goddess Durga.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kavukT

BJP launches `e-Kamal` website and election song `Modi ji ki leher` ahead of Bihar assembly elections

BJP's election song 'Modi ji ki leher' features party leader and actor Dinesh Lal Yadav commonly know as 'Nirahua'. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/346uSah

Bihar assembly election 2020: Grand alliance releases poll manifesto, promises to scrap farm laws

Seeking to lure voters in poll- bound Bihar, the grand alliance made 25 promises, including 10 lakh permanent government jobs, increasing the employment limit under MGNREGA from 100 to 200 days, loan waiver for farmers, among others.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IHUcLP

Aishwarya Sridhar becomes first Indian woman to win Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Making India proud, Aishwarya Sridhar became the first Indian to win the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award. The announcement was made on October 13 at the Natural History Museum in London. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/355Kryv

Bus, pickup truck collision in UP’s Pilibhit, CM Yogi Adityanath announces ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakhs

Atleast seven people were killed and more than 30 injured in an accident in Uttar Pradesh’s Pilibhit district on Saturday, news agency ANI reported. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lXIFpE

COVID-19: Phase two trail of coronavirus vaccine Sputnik V likely to resume in India

An expert panel at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) recommended granting permission to the second phase clinical trial of Russia vaccine Sputnik V.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k8hhVs

NEET Result 2020: Pulwama boy excels in NEET exam, secures 695 out of 720 points

Basit Bilal Khan success in NEET exam has become an inspiration for the youths of Kashmir who are chasing dreams for a better tomorrow. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2HgAxlq

BJP leader shot dead by bike-borne assailants in Uttar Pradesh`s Firozabad

DK Gupta (46) was shot when he was going home after closing his shop, police said, adding that he was rushed to a hospital where he breathed his last during treatment. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nYzsPM

Terrorist killed, AK-47 recovered during encounter in south Kashmir`s Anantnag

The firefight between terrorists and security forces took place after security forces cordoned off the area and launched a search operation on the basis of specific information about the presence of terrorists. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35194ME

Pranams to Maa Shailputri: PM Narendra Modi extends greetings on day 1 of Navratri, wishes happiness, peace

The auspicious occasion of Navratri, the nine days of festivities to welcome Goddess Durga, begins on Saturday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3kbqzQI

NEET 2020 topper Soyeb Aftab didn`t expect to bag first rank, wants to study in Delhi`s AIIMS

In a first, Soyeb Aftab secured 720 out of 720 which made him attain 99.99 percentile. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lSqp14

Karnataka SSLC supplementary result 2020 announced on karresults.nic.in

The exams were conducted between September 21 to 28. A few days earlier, the results for the PUC supplementary results were also declared on October 9.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/37dWk7X

Karnataka SSLC supplementary result 2020 announced on karresults.nic.in — Get direct link here

A few days earlier, the results for the PUC supplementary results were also declared on October 9.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T0z3yj

Fire breaks out in a multi-storey building in Kolkata, two killed

Two-person died in the tragic fire incident which took place on Friday night including a child who jumped from the building. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2T3Ldqa

With spike of 63371 COVID-19 cases, India`s tally nears 74-lakh mark

India`s COVID-19 count on Friday touched 73,70,469, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lPF1hI

Congress begins process to find Sonia Gandhi`s successor by early 2021

The Congress party has begun the process for holding the organisational elections following meeting of its central election authority on Tuesday that finalised the initial program of the entire process. The meeting was held at the AICC headquarters under the chairmanship of Madhusudan Mistry. According to sources, if everything goes as per schedule, Congress will have a newly elected president by early 2021. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31fDv0C

Bihar Assembly election 2020: PM Narendra Modi likely to address 12 election rallies, check details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bihar on October 23, October 28, November 1 and November 3. He will be visiting three cities on each of the four days.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35iJ2Vt

New farm laws to boost farmers` income: PM Narendra Modi on World Food Day

PM Modi asserted that the new farm laws will boost Indian farmers' income and claimed that the Centre is committed towards procurement of agri crops at MSP. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/354KSck

World food day 2020: Top 5 mouth-watering street foods in India

World Food Day is a day that reminds us to take a step to ensure that no one sleeps hungry near us. Read our pocket-friendly plan to help the needy people around you. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/342NAzR

CM Nitish Kumar is tired, cannot handle Bihar, says Tejashwi Yadav ahead of Bihar elections 2020

Ahead of assembly polls in Bihar, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Friday criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stating that the Janata Dal (United) chief was tired and cannot handle the state. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/318l6Te

NEET result 2020 to be out today at ntaneet.nic.in; check out result declaration time

Once declared candidates can visit  NEET official websites - ntaneet.nic.in or at mcc.nic.in to check their scores. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2GVllKI

Kerala: Sabarimala temple opens today with strict curbs — Read guidelines before visiting

As per the guideline, only 250 devotees will be allowed each day and police personnel have been deployed in required numbers. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nQloIh

MGNREGA fraud: Deepika Padukone, Jacqueline Fernandez`s photos found on employees` job cards in MP

Another case of fraudulent activity in the MGNREGA scheme came to light in Madhya Pradesh, where the sarpanch, secretary, and assistant of Jhirnya district Piparkheda Naka Panchayat had used pictures of Bollywood actress to create fake job cards of the scheme beneficiaries.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/342PS1R

NEET 2020 result to be announced today at ntaneet.nic.in — How to check scorecard on phone

As per the NTA officials, the NEET 2020 result is highly expected to be released in online mode.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jYP3MW

NTA NEET 2020 result to be announced today — Check direct link here

As per the NTA officials, the NEET 2020 result is highly expected to be released in online mode.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/342AaUv

Rahul Gandhi says even Pakistan, Afghanistan handled COVID-19 better than India, cites IMF projections

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday continued to flay the Centre over its handling of the COVID-19 situation in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nUmfri

Delhi-NCR to face major `water-crisis`, Ganga Canal closed for repairs

It is to be noted that the Ganga canal has been closed in view of the preparations for Kumbh Mela 2021 at Haridwar. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/379cEqz

Ambedkar University Delhi releases first cut-off list for UG courses, keeps 99 per cent cut off in Psychology

 Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) released its first cut-off list for admission in undergraduate programs. The University kept the highest cut-off for Psychology requiring  99 per cent marks for aspirants from outside Delhi. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2IvmF7b

NEET result 2020 to be announced today at ntaneet.nic.in; here`s how to check result online

National Testing Agency's NEET examination is one of the highest competitive exams, opening opportunities for students to get into the most prestigious medical colleges.    from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SYhxun

Bihar assembly election 2020: Congress fields Shatrughan Sinha`s son Luv Sinha from Bankipore

Luv Sinha, 37, is the Congress candidate from Bankipore; and will be contesting against BJP's three-time MLA Nitin Navin. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31dxaTb

India to participate in global aid conference for Rohingya refugees

India has been invited for a conference calling for global aid for Rohingya refugees. The event is co-hosted by US, UK, EU and UN Refugee Agency. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35123LP

Delhi residents breathing poison? Air quality deteriorates further, smoky haze envelops capital

On Friday, Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 316 at 6:00 am.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SZJ2Uk

Google search shows Sara Tendulkar as Shubman Gill`s wife, we know the reason for this goof-up

The false link-up between Shubman Gill and Sara Tendulkar comes a day after the news of Anushka Sharma as Rashid Khan's wife in Google search was breaking the internet.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SZsjRa

NTA NEET result 2020 to be announced at 4 pm today — Details inside

According to sources, the result is expected to be announced at 4 pm on Friday; however, an official announcement on the same is awaited.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nYp7Do

Kolkata Police’s figure of prosecution for not wearing mask drops as COVID-19 tally continue to surge

Even though Kolkata continues to record more than 3000 COVID-19 positive cases every day, in few places the number of people prosecuted for not wearing a mask in the month of October was at a record low.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/346U80p

NEET result 2020 to be announced today — Everything you want to know

NEET is one of the highest competitive exams, opening opportunities for students to get into the most prestigious medical colleges.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2H90ao8

NTA NEET result 2020 — Know when, where to check scorecard

Once released, candidates can check the NTA NEET exam results 2020 on the official website of the administering body — ntaneet.nic.in or at mcc.nic.in.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/356GBF4

China has no locus standi to comment on India`s internal matters: MEA

In a major snub to China, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that the Union Territories of Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh have been, are and would always remain an integral part of India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dt4o61

95% of Delhi air pollution due to local factors, share of stubble burning only 4%: Centre

Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said that around 95 per cent of the pollution is due to factors like dust, construction and biomass burning and the share of stubble burning is only around 4 per cent as on date. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/33YHjov

Shocking! Woman locked inside toilet for over a year by husband, rescued in Haryana`s Panipat

A man in Panipat has been held for keeping his wife locked up in a bathroom for more than a year. The incident has been reported from Rishpur village of Haryana’s Panipat district. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2H00JAQ

TRP scam: BARC suspends weekly ratings of news channels for 12 weeks; NBA calls for `complete overhaul` of system

The BARC would review and augment the current standards of measurement to improve on "statistical robustness", and the exercise will result in a "pause" in the weekly ratings for up to 12 weeks, said an official statement.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/318etR1

No one wants to keep temples shut but we have to save people`s lives: Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut said, "the nature of our Constitution and posts of the PM, President and Governor are secular. Hindutva is in our heart and in practice." from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/377WePb

Indian Railways will run all Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Tejas, and Hamsafar trains from this date, say sources; check details

The Railways aims to maximize passengers train operations and so these express trains will be put into service again. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3iWkIND

Mumbai`s former top cop Ramdeo Tyagi dies of prolonged illness aged 80

Former Mumbai police commissioner Ramdeo Tyagi died here due to prolonged illness on Thursday, a senior official said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k09Lfj

UPSEE 2020 result announced at upsee-nic-in, check the names of the toppers

The AKTU has announced the UPSEE 2020 result in online mode for the programmes B.Pharm, B.Tech, MBA, M.Arch, and MCA. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3j3Gxee

17-year-old runaway girl in Odisha gang-raped for 22 days at a farm: Police

A 17-year-old girl, who ran away after a fight with her parents, was taken to a poultry farm in Odisha's Cuttack and allegedly gang-raped her for over 22 days, police said. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2H7xADk

Congress leader Udit Raj makes controversial statement over Kumbh Mela, BJP hits back

In a controversial statement, Congress leader Udit Raj on Thursday said that government should not spend Rs 4200 crore in organising Kumbh Mela. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31pCROf

With spike of 67,708 COVID-19 cases India tally breaches 73-lakh mark

India's COVID-19 tally of cases climbed to 73.07 lakh with 67,708 new cases in a day as the virus claimed 680 lives in a span of 24 hours in the country, the per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) data. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SVfHKP

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam`s birth anniversary:10 unknown stories of India`s `Missile Man`

Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/317YQc1

Unlock 5.0: Cinema halls in Ghaziabad to not open today, here`s why

Even as Uttar Pradesh gears up to open cinema halls from today (October 15, 2020) but audiences in Ghaziabad will have to wait a little longer, cinemas halls in Ghaziabad will open from tomorrow.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k6yXBa

Pune man washed away in rain water rescued with help of JCB: WATCH

In Indapur area adjoining Pune, a person named Sachin Bhise was drowning in the rain water as the area received a lot of rain on Wednesday night. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3nRgIlo

Shocking! Man confines wife inside toilet for over a year in Haryana`s Panipat

A man in Panipat has been held for keeping his wife locked up in a bathroom for more than a year. The incident has been reported from Rishpur village of Haryana’s Panipat district. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jZLCWd

Prime Minister Narendra Modi slightly richer, Home Minister Amit Shah`s net worth falls: PMO

The asset declarations submitted to the PMO has shown that PM Narendra Modi’s net worth increased by Rs 36 lakh in 2020 when compared to 2019. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3k1kB4W

UPSEE 2020 result to be declared on October 15 at this time, here`s how to check online

The UPSEE entrance test result 2020 would be declared on Thursday (October 15) by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam University (AKTU) at upsee.nic.in. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dr8ueO

Unlock 5.0: Cinema halls, schools, social gatherings allowed from October 15 after 7 months, check key guidelines

Nearly seven months after a national lockdown was imposed to stop the spread of the coronavirus, movie theatres are set to reopen, religious gatherings will be allowed and schools will reopen; with restrictions. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34XLTCW

Kerala gold smuggling case: NIA makes big revelation, finds links between Dawood Ibrahim and accused

In a significant development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday (October 14) revealed the links between India's most-wanted man Dawood Ibrahim and Kerala gold smuggling case. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2FyCJ7g

Who is driving this car? Video of `driverless` Fiat leaves netizens baffled

In the video, which has now gone viral on social media, a Premier Padmini or Fiat car can be seen moving on a road without a driver. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/352862L

NCP leader Sanjay Shinde burnt alive after car catches fire in Maharashtra`s Nashik

Sanjay Shinde, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) was charred to death after his car caught fire in Nashik district of Maharashtra. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lOkpX7

Heavy rains lash Mumbai, Pune; IMD issues red alert for Konkan region

Heavy rains lashes parts of Maharashtra and is likely to continue for the next few days until October 15.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/31oVFx5

Uttar Pradesh provides 3-layered security to Hathras victim`s kin; girl`s father, brothers summoned by CBI again

CBI, which is investigating the Hathras incident, has re-summoned the father and the two brothers of the victim for questioning on Wednesday.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/35b5MXp

Militant Dalit and Muslim forces gaining strength in India, reveals NIA probe in Bhima Koregaoan case

Some documents seized by National Investigation Agency (NIA) from Bhima Koregaoan case accused Rona Wilson has revealed that militant Dalit and Muslim forces are joining hands in some parts of the country to create disturbances in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3iSHFBj

Indian Army training soldiers to kill drones as terrorists use hexacopters to lob grenades

Threat of terrorists using hexacopters to lob grenades at security forces at Line of Control (LoC) as well as in the Kashmir hinterland have made armed forces adopt new training course for the troops. Now, the Indian Army is training its soldiers how to kill drones. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dnZkzX

With spike of 63509 COVID-19 cases, India`s tally reaches 7239390

With a spike of 63,509 new COVID-19 cases, India`s count of coronavirus infections reached 72,39,390 on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). While as many as 706 people succumbed to the disease in the last 24 hours, the toll due to the disease is at 1,10,586 in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/316cEnA

13 dead, IMD issues yellow alert in Hyderabad; Osmania University postpones exams

At least 13 people died and many got injured as heavy rains lashed Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana for the second consecutive day on Wednesday (October 14). Several residential areas in Hyderabad have been submerged due to incessant rains. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/375w7su

Kidney jokes, memes flood Twitter as Apple launches iPhone 12 series at Rs 80000

Apple unveiled its much-awaited iPhone 12 series at a grand virtual event on Tuesday (October 13). The iPhone 12 series consists of the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Soon after the iPhone 12 series launch, memes and jokes took over the social media. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jVSG6g

Assam Education Minister Sarma makes big statement over teaching of Quran in state

Assam Education Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday (October 13) said that the government money could not be used to reach Muslim religious book Quran, adding that if the government is bearing the cost of teaching the Quran in madrassas, then it should also pay for the teaching of Bible and Bhagavad Gita. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/36ZUh7z

Despite Supreme Court ban, acid still being sold in markets at cheap price, no IDs needed

The recent acid attack on three minor sisters in the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh has brought the spotlight back on the unabated sale of acid in the local markets despite the Supreme Court ban on its sale nearly six years back. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SQldy7

11 people killed as heavy rains batter Telangana, Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao puts administration on high alert

Heavy rains lashed Telangana disrupting normal life of people at various places across the state, at least 11 people have reportedly died following incessant rains that lashed several parts of the state on Tuesday. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2SUlq3n

HC orders private schools in this state to reduce tuition fees by 20%

The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday (October 13) ordered a 20% fee cut in tuition fees in all “non-government aided schools” in the state due to coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. A three-member committee has been constituted by the court to look into all fee-related complaints. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2H6NAG0

Gonda acid attack: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath orders strict action against accused

Three sisters, all minors, were attacked with acid at Paksa village in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda on Monday (September 12). The sisters, aged 8, 12, and 17 years, were sleeping when they were attacked by acid by an unknown person. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2ST4meg

Welcome out: Omar Abdullah expresses relief over Mehbooba Mufti`s release from detention

The NC leader said that Mufti's detention was a travesty and was against the basic tenets of democracy.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/33VGKfh

RJD misses Laluji`s ability to raise spirits amid adversity, says Tejashwi Yadav

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said that he is hopeful that his father Lalu Yadav will be released before the oath-taking ceremony. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3iVHIMR

Tamil Nadu chief minister`s mother passes away at 93

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami's mother Thavusayammal has passed away at the age of 93, owing to age related ailments. She was admitted to a private hospital near Salem, the family's home district a few days back.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3dkMHW6

BJP leaders stage protest in parts of Maharashtra demanding temple reopening

BJP leaders in Maharashtra are protesting against the Shiv Sena-led government for not granting permission to reopen temples in the state after the coronavirus lockdown. Besides Mumbai, the protest is being staged at Nagpur, Shirdi, Kolhapur. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lEA0Z7

Good news! Harsh Vardhan makes big announcement over availability of COVID-19 vaccine in India

In a good news for millions of Indians, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Tuesday said that vaccine against coronavirus COVID-19 is expected in India by early 2021. The Union minister added that experts are currently busy chalking out plans on how to roll out the distribution of the vaccine in the country. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/2Ip8ssB

India sees sharp decline in COVID-19 cases, records lowest fresh cases in 63 days

India is showing a trend of declining average daily cases over the past few weeks. On Tuesday, the number of cases recorded in a day dropped below 60,000 after more than a month's time.   from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lKhyi1

West Bengal government fixes COVID-19 tests at Rs 1500

The Health and Family Welfare Department of West Bengal government on Monday (October 12) fixed the cost of Covid testing at Rs.1500. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lIAjlE

Cow dung will protect everyone, it is anti-radiation, says Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog chief

Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog (RKA) chairman Vallabhbhai Kathiria has said that the cow dung will protect everyone against harmful diseases since it is anti-radiation. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3jVwJnN

Government to provide jobs to unemployed citizens through Rojgar Yojana, myth or reality?

Social media have been flooded with misinformation and fake news ever since coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic hit India but we must always keep this fact in mind that not everything we read on the internet is true.  from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lIdA9I

LAC standoff: 7th Corps Commander level talks between India and China ends after 11 hours

30 PM on Monday (October 12) after around 11 hours. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/34Tw4gj

Andhra Pradesh`s Vizag beach earns internationally acclaimed `Blue Flag` certification

Visakhapatnam Rushikonda is one of the eight beaches which won this accolade, in the very first attempt made by India. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/30ZN97b

BJP expels 9 rebel leaders for contesting election against NDA candidates in Bihar

Taking tough stand against the rebels, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday (October 12) suspended its nine senior leaders in Bihar for six years. The BJP suspended these leaders after they decided to contest the upcoming the Bihar Assembly election against National Democratic Alliance candidates. from Zee News :India National https://ift.tt/3lIdKxs