<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-to-create-privacy-panel-pay-5-billion-to-us-to-settle-data-breach-allegations-238141">Facebook</a> will not fact-check the statements which politicians post to the site, the social network announced on Tuesday ahead of the United States 2020 elections, even as it works to discredit false information meant to manipulate public opinion.

While the social network relies on third-party fact-checkers, including news organisations such as AFP, to help it discredit viral misinformation, it will stop short of wading into the veracity of political claims.

"We don't believe... that it's an appropriate role for us to referee political debates and prevent a politician's speech from reaching its audience and being subject to public debate and scrutiny," said Nick Clegg, Facebook Vice President of Global Affairs and Communications.

"This means that we will not send organic content or ads from politicians to our third-party fact-checking partners for review," he said.

Worries have run high ahead of the November 2020 polls following revelations of a wide-ranging misinformation campaign on Facebook and other social platforms, largely directed by Russian operatives, in the 2016 elections.

Overwhelmed by such misinformation, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-suspends-tens-of-thousands-of-apps-in-privacy-review-251009">Facebook</a> has set up partnerships with media outlets to verify articles and posts found to be of a dubious nature, with journalists' contributions appearing below problematic content, which is labelled as doubtful.

Exclusion of politicians' discourse has been a part of Facebook's policy for over a year, Clegg said.

"However, when a politician shares previously debunked content including links, videos and photos, we plan to demote that content, display related information from fact-checkers, and reject its inclusion in advertisements," he said.

Clegg, a former British Deputy Prime Minister, joined Facebook less than a year ago to help fix its <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lawmakers-question-facebook-over-plans-on-libra-cryptocurrency-236514">scandal-plagued image</a> following Russian social media campaigns during elections.

Facebook meanwhile walks a fine line in its attempts to balance freedom of expression with the regulation of inappropriate content.

Its Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has taken steps to increase transparency, especially when it comes to political advertising.

The social network has come under fire from critics, particularly Democrats, who believe that tech giants have become too powerful. Meanwhile Republicans, including US President Donald Trump, regularly accuse the social network of censoring conservative voices.

Facebook will not fact-check the statements which politicians post to the site, the social network announced on Tuesday ahead of the United States 2020 elections, even as it works to discredit false information meant to manipulate public opinion.

Facebook will not fact-check the statements which politicians post to the site, the social network announced on Tuesday ahead of the United States 2020 elections, even as it works to discredit false information meant to manipulate public opinion. While the social network relies on third-party fact-checkers, including news organisations such as AFP, to help it discredit viral misinformation, it will stop short of wading into the veracity of political claims. "We don't believe... that it's an appropriate role for us to referee political debates and prevent a politician's speech from reaching its audience and being subject to public debate and scrutiny," said Nick Clegg, Facebook Vice President of Global Affairs and Communications. "This means that we will not send organic content or ads from politicians to our third-party fact-checking partners for review," he said. Worries have run high ahead of the November 2020 polls following revelations of a wide-ranging misinformation campaign on Facebook and other social platforms, largely directed by Russian operatives, in the 2016 elections. Overwhelmed by such misinformation, Facebook has set up partnerships with media outlets to verify articles and posts found to be of a dubious nature, with journalists' contributions appearing below problematic content, which is labelled as doubtful. Exclusion of politicians' discourse has been a part of Facebook's policy for over a year, Clegg said. "However, when a politician shares previously debunked content including links, videos and photos, we plan to demote that content, display related information from fact-checkers, and reject its inclusion in advertisements," he said. Clegg, a former British Deputy Prime Minister, joined Facebook less than a year ago to help fix its scandal-plagued image following Russian social media campaigns during elections. Facebook meanwhile walks a fine line in its attempts to balance freedom of expression with the regulation of inappropriate content. Its Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has taken steps to increase transparency, especially when it comes to political advertising. The social network has come under fire from critics, particularly Democrats, who believe that tech giants have become too powerful. Meanwhile Republicans, including US President Donald Trump, regularly accuse the social network of censoring conservative voices.

Facebook exempts political speech from fact-checking

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/a-day-in-the-life-of-uighurs-251734">China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region</a> on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region.

Addressing a dinner co-hosted by the National Committee on US-China Relations, US-China Business Council, US Chamber of Commerce and Council on Foreign Relations on in New York City, Wang said that what happens in Xinjiang is purely China's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-rights-watch-report-on-uighurs-full-of-prejudice-says-china-164872">internal affair</a>, which, however, has been deliberately discredited and attacked by some anti-China forces in the world.

Wang said the Chinese government values the protection of religious freedom in Xinjiang.

He said the number of religious sites has grown tenfold in the last five decades. Now, an average of 530 Muslims in Xinjiang have a mosque, which is higher than that in many Islamic countries, he noted.

Wang said the major tasks of fighting terrorism and violence have been largely successful, adding Xinjiang has not seen any terrorist attack in three years.

"Rumors find no market among the fair-minded and are pale in face of facts. What the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has done is for the sake of the happiness of the 25 million people of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang. It also makes a greater contribution to the international counter-terrorism cause. So we are open and aboveboard about this," said Wang.

The Chinese foreign minister said that over 1,000 foreign diplomats, scholars and media representatives have visited the region and that they agree some reports from Western media are misleading. He pointed out that 50 countries have jointly submitted a notice not long ago in support of China to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-aim-to-persuade-others-to-call-out-china-over-uighurs-at-un-mike-pompeo-248164">UN Human Rights Council</a>.

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region.

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed the truth about northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Tuesday, refuting rumours made by anti-China forces about the situation in the remote Chinese region. Addressing a dinner co-hosted by the National Committee on US-China Relations, US-China Business Council, US Chamber of Commerce and Council on Foreign Relations on in New York City, Wang said that what happens in Xinjiang is purely China's internal affair, which, however, has been deliberately discredited and attacked by some anti-China forces in the world. Wang said the Chinese government values the protection of religious freedom in Xinjiang. He said the number of religious sites has grown tenfold in the last five decades. Now, an average of 530 Muslims in Xinjiang have a mosque, which is higher than that in many Islamic countries, he noted. Wang said the major tasks of fighting terrorism and violence have been largely successful, adding Xinjiang has not seen any terrorist attack in three years. "Rumors find no market among the fair-minded and are pale in face of facts. What the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has done is for the sake of the happiness of the 25 million people of all ethnic groups in Xinjiang. It also makes a greater contribution to the international counter-terrorism cause. So we are open and aboveboard about this," said Wang. The Chinese foreign minister said that over 1,000 foreign diplomats, scholars and media representatives have visited the region and that they agree some reports from Western media are misleading. He pointed out that 50 countries have jointly submitted a notice not long ago in support of China to the UN Human Rights Council.

What happens in Xinjiang is purely Beijing's internal matter: Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi

Top Indian automaker <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/maruti-suzuki-cuts-3000-contract-jobs-245947">Maruti Suzuki</a> said on Wednesday it lowered prices of some cars, making it one of the first major companies to respond to the government's move to cut corporate taxes in a bid to revive economic growth.

The company cut prices on 10 different models by 5,000 rupees ($70) each, representing discounts of just about 1 per cent or less on average car prices.

The price cuts start on Wednesday.

Maruti said the move was aimed at reviving demand by sharing "the benefits of corporate tax reduction with its customers".

The price cuts will kick in just ahead of the festive season, and Maruti said it hoped the move would help entice entry-level customers.

On Friday, Finance Minister announced a cut in the headline corporate tax rate to 22 per cent from 30 per cent in a move widely cheered by local stock markets.

The cuts were the latest in a line of government measures aimed at reviving growth in Asia's third-largest economy, which slumped to a six-year low in the April-June quarter.

Maruti's shares were down 2.7 per cent&nbsp;at 6,811.30 rupees by 0514 GMT on Wednesday amid a broader decline in Indian stocks.&nbsp;

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Top Indian automaker Maruti Suzuki said on Wednesday it lowered prices of some cars, making it one of the first major companies to respond to the government's move to cut corporate taxes in a bid to revive economic growth.

Top Indian automaker Maruti Suzuki said on Wednesday it lowered prices of some cars, making it one of the first major companies to respond to the government's move to cut corporate taxes in a bid to revive economic growth. The company cut prices on 10 different models by 5,000 rupees ($70) each, representing discounts of just about 1 per cent or less on average car prices. The price cuts start on Wednesday. Maruti said the move was aimed at reviving demand by sharing "the benefits of corporate tax reduction with its customers". The price cuts will kick in just ahead of the festive season, and Maruti said it hoped the move would help entice entry-level customers. On Friday, Finance Minister announced a cut in the headline corporate tax rate to 22 per cent from 30 per cent in a move widely cheered by local stock markets. The cuts were the latest in a line of government measures aimed at reviving growth in Asia's third-largest economy, which slumped to a six-year low in the April-June quarter. Maruti's shares were down 2.7 per cent at 6,811.30 rupees by 0514 GMT on Wednesday amid a broader decline in Indian stocks.

Maruti trims prices after government cuts corporate taxes

A futuristic<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijings-new-multi-billion-dollar-starfish-airport-set-to-open-in-september-231977"> new airport </a>in Beijing, which is expected to become one of the busiest in the world, was opened by President Xi Jinping on Wednesday.

Xi declared the starfish-shaped airport open in brief remarks at a ceremony inside the huge terminal, days before the country holds a grand celebration to mark 70 years of Communist rule.

Located 46 kilometres south of Tiananmen Square, the Beijing Daxing International Airport will operate at full capacity in 2040, with eight runways and the potential to receive 100 million passengers per year.

The airport is seen as a fitting embodiment of the "Chinese dream" Xi has offered his fellow citizens.&nbsp;

Both foreign and domestic carriers have announced plans to move their operations to the new airport.

British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Finnair have already announced their new routes to Daxing to tap the potential of the&nbsp;new aviation hub.

The SkyTeam alliance, which includes Delta, Air France, and Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM), was expected to move over to the new airport, along with their partners Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines.&nbsp;Delta and Air France said that the decision to whether move airports had not yet been made.

The third-largest Chinese airline, Air China, is expected to keep flying the bulk of its flights from Beijing Capital International Airport.

"Switching airports can be a complex decision for airlines," said aviation analyst John Strickland.&nbsp;

"Airlines would prefer to see a new airport open and overcome teething problems before moving services from another well tried and tested airport", he added.

The maiden flight from the airport is scheduled at 0730 GMT, according to Chinese flight tracking app Umetrip.

Soaring Growth

At 700,000 square metres - about the size of 100 football pitches - the new structure will be one of the world's largest airport terminals.

The building was designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, who died in 2016.

Inside, it stands out for its flowing, curved lines and the use of natural light that filters down to the lowest levels of the building through the openings on the roof.

Underneath the terminal is a train station and a metro line that will allow travellers to reach the city centre in 20 minutes.

The project cost $17.5 billion.

At full capacity, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/beijing-new-airport-starts-test-flights-on-monday-218368">Daxing</a> would be the world's largest single terminal in terms of traveller capacity, according to its designers.

Atlanta airport in the United States -&nbsp;the world's busiest airport - can receive more than a hundred million passengers but across two terminals.

The current Beijing Capital International Airport - the world's second-largest -&nbsp;is already overflowing, with just over 100 million passengers annually.&nbsp;

"Daxing is an extension of the phenomenal growth of the aviation market in China," said Shukor Yusof, head of Malaysia-based aviation consultancy Endau Analytics.

Air transport is booming in China as living standards increase along with peoples' desire to travel.

It is expected to surpass the US to become the world's biggest aviation market by the mid-2020s, according to the International Air Transport Association.&nbsp;

By 2037 the country will have 1.6 billion plane journeys each year -&nbsp;a billion more than in 2017, the organisation estimates.

A futuristic new airport in Beijing, which is expected to become one of the busiest in the world, was opened by President Xi Jinping on Wednesday. Xi declared the starfish-shaped airport open in brief remarks at a ceremony inside the huge terminal, days before the country holds a grand celebration to mark 70 years of Communist rule.

A futuristic new airport in Beijing, which is expected to become one of the busiest in the world, was opened by President Xi Jinping on Wednesday. Xi declared the starfish-shaped airport open in brief remarks at a ceremony inside the huge terminal, days before the country holds a grand celebration to mark 70 years of Communist rule. Located 46 kilometres south of Tiananmen Square, the Beijing Daxing International Airport will operate at full capacity in 2040, with eight runways and the potential to receive 100 million passengers per year. The airport is seen as a fitting embodiment of the "Chinese dream" Xi has offered his fellow citizens. Both foreign and domestic carriers have announced plans to move their operations to the new airport. British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Finnair have already announced their new routes to Daxing to tap the potential of the new aviation hub. The SkyTeam alliance, which includes Delta, Air France, and Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM), was expected to move over to the new airport, along with their partners Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines. Delta and Air France said that the decision to whether move airports had not yet been made. The third-largest Chinese airline, Air China, is expected to keep flying the bulk of its flights from Beijing Capital International Airport. "Switching airports can be a complex decision for airlines," said aviation analyst John Strickland. "Airlines would prefer to see a new airport open and overcome teething problems before moving services from another well tried and tested airport", he added. The maiden flight from the airport is scheduled at 0730 GMT, according to Chinese flight tracking app Umetrip. Soaring Growth At 700,000 square metres - about the size of 100 football pitches - the new structure will be one of the world's largest airport terminals. The building was designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, who died in 2016. Inside, it stands out for its flowing, curved lines and the use of natural light that filters down to the lowest levels of the building through the openings on the roof. Underneath the terminal is a train station and a metro line that will allow travellers to reach the city centre in 20 minutes. The project cost $17.5 billion. At full capacity, Daxing would be the world's largest single terminal in terms of traveller capacity, according to its designers. Atlanta airport in the United States - the world's busiest airport - can receive more than a hundred million passengers but across two terminals. The current Beijing Capital International Airport - the world's second-largest - is already overflowing, with just over 100 million passengers annually. "Daxing is an extension of the phenomenal growth of the aviation market in China," said Shukor Yusof, head of Malaysia-based aviation consultancy Endau Analytics. Air transport is booming in China as living standards increase along with peoples' desire to travel. It is expected to surpass the US to become the world's biggest aviation market by the mid-2020s, according to the International Air Transport Association. By 2037 the country will have 1.6 billion plane journeys each year - a billion more than in 2017, the organisation estimates.

Beijing futuristic airport opens ahead of China's 70th anniversary

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district.

"The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.5 crore in favour of hospitals and health centres of the district to facilitate procurement of certain smart equipment and machines aimed at strengthening the healthcare in the health centres of the district," a press release reads.

According to the release, this was disclosed in a meeting held here under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary.

"The amount released under the Special Area Development Programme or SADP 2019-20 includes 2 crore rupees released in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar and around 1.5 crore rupees released in favour of the Principal Government Medical College Srinagar," it stated.

"The two crore rupees authorised in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar includes 60 lac for UPHC Batamaloo, 45 lac for UPHC SR Gunj, 37 lac for UPHC Lal Bazar, 33 lac for UPHC Narwara and 25 lac for PHC Habakadal," it added.

In addition to different kinds of testing machines and medical equipment, the amount will be used to install - for the first time - a smart apparatus enabling smart registration of patients for their seamless utilisation of healthcare services.&nbsp; 
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district. "The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district. "The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.5 crore in favour of hospitals and health centres of the district to facilitate procurement of certain smart equipment and machines aimed at strengthening the healthcare in the health centres of the district," a press release reads. According to the release, this was disclosed in a meeting held here under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary. "The amount released under the Special Area Development Programme or SADP 2019-20 includes 2 crore rupees released in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar and around 1.5 crore rupees released in favour of the Principal Government Medical College Srinagar," it stated. "The two crore rupees authorised in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar includes 60 lac for UPHC Batamaloo, 45 lac for UPHC SR Gunj, 37 lac for UPHC Lal Bazar, 33 lac for UPHC Narwara and 25 lac for PHC Habakadal," it added. In addition to different kinds of testing machines and medical equipment, the amount will be used to install - for the first time - a smart apparatus enabling smart registration of patients for their seamless utilisation of healthcare services.

Jammu and Kashmir: Rs 3.5 crore released for strengthening healthcare framework in Srinagar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to speak on National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Bill at Netaji Indoor Stadium here on October 1.

This comes after the meeting between the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Amit Shah on September 18 in Delhi over NRC.

The Chief Minister on Monday stated that six people have died due to panic created over the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and asserted the exercise will not be implemented in the state.

"I am sad that 6 people have died in Bengal due to panic created over NRC. We will never allow NRC here. Please have faith in me," she said while speaking at a Trade Union meeting.

In the final NRC list published on August 31 for Assam, a total of 3,11,21,004 persons are found eligible for inclusion in final list leaving out 19,06,657 persons, including those who did not submit their claims.

The list is aimed at segregating Indian citizens living in Assam from those who had illegally entered the state from Bangladesh. 
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah to speak on National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Bill at Netaji Indoor Stadium here on October 1. This comes after the meeting between the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Amit Shah on September 18 in Delhi over NRC.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to speak on National Register of Citizens (NRC) and Citizenship Amendment Bill at Netaji Indoor Stadium here on October 1. This comes after the meeting between the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Amit Shah on September 18 in Delhi over NRC. The Chief Minister on Monday stated that six people have died due to panic created over the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and asserted the exercise will not be implemented in the state. "I am sad that 6 people have died in Bengal due to panic created over NRC. We will never allow NRC here. Please have faith in me," she said while speaking at a Trade Union meeting. In the final NRC list published on August 31 for Assam, a total of 3,11,21,004 persons are found eligible for inclusion in final list leaving out 19,06,657 persons, including those who did not submit their claims. The list is aimed at segregating Indian citizens living in Assam from those who had illegally entered the state from Bangladesh.

Amit Shah to speak on NRC, Citizenship Amendment Bill in Kolkata on October 1

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Indian shares were nearly flat on Tuesday, swinging between gains and losses, as investors hoped for further stimulus from the government following a surprise corporate tax cut last week.

The broader NSE Nifty was little changed at 11,599.80 as of 0430 GMT, while the benchmark BSE Sensex rose 0.06 per cent at 39,111.31.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday announced a reduction in the effective corporate tax rate to around 25 per cent from 30 per cent and scrapped the minimum alternative tax for domestic companies, which led to a two-day rally in equity markets.

"Apart from what has already been announced, the market is now gauging what will be announced next," said Anand James, chief market strategist, Geojit Financial Services, Mumbai.

"There is lingering optimism that Friday's announcement could be followed up with something else too, which is why there is some volatility."

IT stocks led gains as the index gained 1.48 per cent. Heavyweights Infosys rose 2.25 per cent, while Tata Consultancy Services was up 1.52 per cent.

Reliance Industries, one of India's most valuable companies, added 2.85 per cent&nbsp;in the session after a newspaper reported that the company would get on a spending spree after reducing its debt.

Maruti Suzuki rose 1.71 per cent after Reuters reported the company's forecast for higher sales in September.

Meanwhile, banks were the top drags for the day, as the Nifty banking index, which tracks both state-owned and private-sector lenders, falling about 1 per cent.

Indian Oil Corp dropped 2.24 per cent and was among the top blue-chip losers for the day.

Indian shares were nearly flat on Tuesday, swinging between gains and losses, as investors hoped for further stimulus from the government following a surprise corporate tax cut last week.

Indian shares were nearly flat on Tuesday, swinging between gains and losses, as investors hoped for further stimulus from the government following a surprise corporate tax cut last week. The broader NSE Nifty was little changed at 11,599.80 as of 0430 GMT, while the benchmark BSE Sensex rose 0.06 per cent at 39,111.31. Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday announced a reduction in the effective corporate tax rate to around 25 per cent from 30 per cent and scrapped the minimum alternative tax for domestic companies, which led to a two-day rally in equity markets. "Apart from what has already been announced, the market is now gauging what will be announced next," said Anand James, chief market strategist, Geojit Financial Services, Mumbai. "There is lingering optimism that Friday's announcement could be followed up with something else too, which is why there is some volatility." IT stocks led gains as the index gained 1.48 per cent. Heavyweights Infosys rose 2.25 per cent, while Tata Consultancy Services was up 1.52 per cent. Reliance Industries, one of India's most valuable companies, added 2.85 per cent in the session after a newspaper reported that the company would get on a spending spree after reducing its debt. Maruti Suzuki rose 1.71 per cent after Reuters reported the company's forecast for higher sales in September. Meanwhile, banks were the top drags for the day, as the Nifty banking index, which tracks both state-owned and private-sector lenders, falling about 1 per cent. Indian Oil Corp dropped 2.24 per cent and was among the top blue-chip losers for the day.

Nifty, Sensex little changed; IT stocks gain

United Nations International Children`s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Executive Director Henrietta Fore called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 74th UN General Assembly session here on Monday.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister underlined the efforts made by his government to improve the health and nutrition of children in India through several focused initiatives.

"Ms. Henrietta Fore @unicefchief called on PM @narendramodi on the margins of #UNGA. PM underlined the efforts made by the Government towards health and nutrition of children in India through several focused initiatives," MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted.

Earlier in the day, Modi held meetings with several world leaders including German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Colombian President Ivan Marquez, Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering and Niger President Issoufou Mahamadou on the sidelines of his UN engagements.

Modi, who is currently in the US on a week-long visit, addressed at the UN Climate Action Summit and the high-level meeting on Universal Health Coverage.&nbsp;

 
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United Nations International Children`s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Executive Director Henrietta Fore called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 74th UN General Assembly session here on Monday.

United Nations International Children`s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Executive Director Henrietta Fore called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 74th UN General Assembly session here on Monday. During the meeting, the Prime Minister underlined the efforts made by his government to improve the health and nutrition of children in India through several focused initiatives. "Ms. Henrietta Fore @unicefchief called on PM @narendramodi on the margins of #UNGA. PM underlined the efforts made by the Government towards health and nutrition of children in India through several focused initiatives," MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted. Earlier in the day, Modi held meetings with several world leaders including German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Colombian President Ivan Marquez, Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering and Niger President Issoufou Mahamadou on the sidelines of his UN engagements. Modi, who is currently in the US on a week-long visit, addressed at the UN Climate Action Summit and the high-level meeting on Universal Health Coverage.

UNICEF executive director calls on PM Modi on UNGA sidelines

Bihar Chief Minister and JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar on Monday met party's Delhi president Dayanand Rai to chalk out a strategy for the Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled to be held next year.

"Nitish Kumar met the Dayanand Rai to talk about the Assembly elections in Delhi. The party will contest all the Assembly seats in Delhi in the upcoming Delhi Legislative Assembly," party spokesperson Satya Prakash Mishra said in an official statement.

The national capital has a sizable population of Purvanchali voters, he said, adding that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government took their votes but did not do any work.

"The expansion of JD (U) outside Bihar proves that the people have accepted leader Nitish Kumar`s vision and model of development," Mishra added.&nbsp; 
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Bihar Chief Minister and JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar on Monday met party's Delhi president Dayanand Rai to chalk out a strategy for the Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled to be held next year.

Bihar Chief Minister and JD(U) national president Nitish Kumar on Monday met party's Delhi president Dayanand Rai to chalk out a strategy for the Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled to be held next year. "Nitish Kumar met the Dayanand Rai to talk about the Assembly elections in Delhi. The party will contest all the Assembly seats in Delhi in the upcoming Delhi Legislative Assembly," party spokesperson Satya Prakash Mishra said in an official statement. The national capital has a sizable population of Purvanchali voters, he said, adding that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government took their votes but did not do any work. "The expansion of JD (U) outside Bihar proves that the people have accepted leader Nitish Kumar`s vision and model of development," Mishra added.

JD(U) chalks out strategy for Delhi polls, to contest all seats

BJP working president J P Nadda on Monday hinted that abrogation of Article 370 will be included in school syllabus.

"Our younger generation should develop an interest in knowing what happened in this (abrogation of Article 370)," said Nadda, on being asked whether the Modi government's decision on Article 370 will be a part of the school syllabus.

The BJP leader said that the students should know the history. "Certainly we will do that," he added.

He was addressing the eminent personalities in Maharastra's Pune as part of BJP's Jana Jagaran Meeting under National unity campaign, wherein he explained the complete process and importance of abrogation of article 370.

When asked about the implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Jammu and Kashmir, as was done by the incumbent government in Assam, he said, "As soon as the democratic process starts there, delimitation and election are done, things will be confirmed with the people who are elected there and after that only all provisions will be implemented." 
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BJP working president J P Nadda on Monday hinted that abrogation of Article 370 will be included in school syllabus. "Our younger generation should develop an interest in knowing what happened in this (abrogation of Article 370)," said Nadda, on being asked whether the Modi government's decision on Article 370 will be a part of the school syllabus.

BJP working president J P Nadda on Monday hinted that abrogation of Article 370 will be included in school syllabus. "Our younger generation should develop an interest in knowing what happened in this (abrogation of Article 370)," said Nadda, on being asked whether the Modi government's decision on Article 370 will be a part of the school syllabus. The BJP leader said that the students should know the history. "Certainly we will do that," he added. He was addressing the eminent personalities in Maharastra's Pune as part of BJP's Jana Jagaran Meeting under National unity campaign, wherein he explained the complete process and importance of abrogation of article 370. When asked about the implementation of National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Jammu and Kashmir, as was done by the incumbent government in Assam, he said, "As soon as the democratic process starts there, delimitation and election are done, things will be confirmed with the people who are elected there and after that only all provisions will be implemented."

Nadda hints at including abrogation of Article 370 in school curriculum

More than 6000 youth took part in the recruitment drive organised by the Army in the bordering Sowjian belt for the post of porter here on Tuesday.The recruitment drive was organised by 40 Rashtriya Rifles unit of the Indian Army.

Amidst the complaints of large-scale unemployment in the area, the candidates expressed their gratitude to the administration for carrying out the recruitment.

Thankful to the Indian Army, a local of Poonch, Khalil said, "We thank the army for keeping the recruitment as there is a lot of unemployment here."

One of the candidates, Altaf hailing from Nowhera, requested the government to carry out more such recruitments in order to provide the youth of the region with livelihood opportunities.

"There is so much unemployment here that more than 5,000 people are desperate for the job of a porter. If we are craving for the job of porter then imagine what would happen if there was permanent recruitment here? We have graduates and postgraduates here who are competing for this job," he said.

Sarpanch of the area, Mohammad Bashir Mir also requested the government to carry out permanent recruitment.

"Around 7000 people have come here to appear for the recruitment and many of them are highly educated owing to widespread unemployment. The government should take note of this and carry out more recruitment," he said.&nbsp; 
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More than 6000 youth took part in the recruitment drive organised by the Army in the bordering Sowjian belt for the post of porter here on Tuesday.The recruitment drive was organised by 40 Rashtriya Rifles unit of the Indian Army.

More than 6000 youth took part in the recruitment drive organised by the Army in the bordering Sowjian belt for the post of porter here on Tuesday.The recruitment drive was organised by 40 Rashtriya Rifles unit of the Indian Army. Amidst the complaints of large-scale unemployment in the area, the candidates expressed their gratitude to the administration for carrying out the recruitment. Thankful to the Indian Army, a local of Poonch, Khalil said, "We thank the army for keeping the recruitment as there is a lot of unemployment here." One of the candidates, Altaf hailing from Nowhera, requested the government to carry out more such recruitments in order to provide the youth of the region with livelihood opportunities. "There is so much unemployment here that more than 5,000 people are desperate for the job of a porter. If we are craving for the job of porter then imagine what would happen if there was permanent recruitment here? We have graduates and postgraduates here who are competing for this job," he said. Sarpanch of the area, Mohammad Bashir Mir also requested the government to carry out permanent recruitment. "Around 7000 people have come here to appear for the recruitment and many of them are highly educated owing to widespread unemployment. The government should take note of this and carry out more recruitment," he said.

Over 6,000 youth take part in Army recruitment drive in Jammu and Kashmir

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