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<p>As the world struggles to contain COVID-19, Kerala government has been praised by the BBC panel for its efficient and effective handling of the deadly virus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A video of the discussion was posted on BBC News India’s Facebook page has news anchor Devina Gupta conducting a discussion with Chinese journalist Qian Sun, virologist Dr Shahid Jameel and Subodh Rai, senior director of Crisil Ratings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The panel highlighted how Kerala efficiently managed to contain the outbreak and how the people and government prepared or responded to it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kerala successfully handled the country’s first three positive cases, all medical students from Wuhan where the virus broke out, having followed a rigid protocol, including a 28-day quarantine to contain the spread of the infection.</p>

<p>The state Health Minister K.K. Shailaja had explained that the health department officials traced people who returned to Kerala from infected areas and isolated them even if they had minor symptoms.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, five people in Kerala have tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, taking the total number of confirmed cases in India to 39.&nbsp;</p>


As the world struggles to contain COVID-19, Kerala government has been praised by the BBC panel for its efficient and effective handling of the deadly virus. A video of the discussion was posted on BBC News India’s Facebook page has news anchor Devina Gupta conducting a discussion with Chinese journalist Qian Sun, virologist Dr Shahid Jameel and Subodh Rai, senior director of Crisil Ratings.

As the world struggles to contain COVID-19, Kerala government has been praised by the BBC panel for its efficient and effective handling of the deadly virus. A video of the discussion was posted on BBC News India’s Facebook page has news anchor Devina Gupta conducting a discussion with Chinese journalist Qian Sun, virologist Dr Shahid Jameel and Subodh Rai, senior director of Crisil Ratings. The panel highlighted how Kerala efficiently managed to contain the outbreak and how the people and government prepared or responded to it. BBC news discusses how Kerala tackled the Corona virus and continues to do so. Shows once again why an efficient primary healthcare system is important. Hope other states also tackle the virus in a scientific manner.#Kerala #coronavirusindia pic.twitter.com/nnqCt4jsmR — Korah Abraham (@thekorahabraham) March 4, 2020 × Kerala successfully handled the country’s first three positive cases, all medical students from Wuhan where the virus broke out, having followed a rigid protocol, including a 28-day quarantine to contain the spread of the infection. The state Health Minister K.K. Shailaja had explained that the health department officials traced people who returned to Kerala from infected areas and isolated them even if they had minor symptoms. Meanwhile, five people in Kerala have tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, taking the total number of confirmed cases in India to 39.

BBC panel praises Kerala govt for efficiently handling COVID-19 

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<p>A West Bengal resident returning home from Saudi Arabia was on Sunday admitted to an isolation ward in a state-run hospital here with fever and cough amid the coronavirus scare, a health department official said.</p>

<p>The man from Murshidabad district was taken to the hospital after he underwent thermal screening at the NSC Bose International Airport.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-in-india-five-new-cases-of-covid-19-in-kerala-total-confirmed-cases-in-india-now-39-284972">&nbsp;Coronavirus in India: Five new cases of COVID-19 in Kerala, total confirmed cases in India now 39</a></strong></p>

<p>His blood samples and swabs were collected and sent to the National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Diseases (NICED) in Beliaghata.</p>

<p>"After the thermal screening, the youth suffering from fever and cough was taken to the Beliaghata ID Hospital in a specialised ambulance. He was admitted to the isolation ward and is currently under observation," the official said.</p>

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<p>Special arrangements were made as per guidelines of the central and state health departments to take him from the airport to the hospital.</p>

<p>"A doctor, a nurse and another person, as well as the driver of the ambulance in which the youth was taken to the hospital wore special jackets meant to protect from coronavirus infection. All forms of precautionary measures were taken," the official said.</p>

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<p>A Bangladeshi woman who had landed in Kolkata airport from Chittagong on Thursday is also in the isolation ward of the same hospital. She had also been suffering from fever and cough.</p>


A West Bengal resident returning home from Saudi Arabia was on Sunday admitted to an isolation ward in a state-run hospital here with fever and cough amid the coronavirus scare, a health department official said.

A West Bengal resident returning home from Saudi Arabia was on Sunday admitted to an isolation ward in a state-run hospital here with fever and cough amid the coronavirus scare, a health department official said. The man from Murshidabad district was taken to the hospital after he underwent thermal screening at the NSC Bose International Airport. Also read: Coronavirus in India: Five new cases of COVID-19 in Kerala, total confirmed cases in India now 39 His blood samples and swabs were collected and sent to the National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Diseases (NICED) in Beliaghata. "After the thermal screening, the youth suffering from fever and cough was taken to the Beliaghata ID Hospital in a specialised ambulance. He was admitted to the isolation ward and is currently under observation," the official said. Also see: × Special arrangements were made as per guidelines of the central and state health departments to take him from the airport to the hospital. "A doctor, a nurse and another person, as well as the driver of the ambulance in which the youth was taken to the hospital wore special jackets meant to protect from coronavirus infection. All forms of precautionary measures were taken," the official said. Watch: × A Bangladeshi woman who had landed in Kolkata airport from Chittagong on Thursday is also in the isolation ward of the same hospital. She had also been suffering from fever and cough.

West Bengal man returning from Saudi Arabia admitted to hospital

Three more people have tested positive for coronavirus in India, taking the total number of cases to 34, the government said on Saturday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a review meeting with officials to discuss the outbreak.

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<p>A couple linked to the Islamic State's Khorasan module was on Sunday detained from South Delhi's Jamia Nagar for instigating anti-CAA riots in the national capital, police said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/madras-high-court-directs-tn-dgp-to-take-into-custody-proanti-caa-protestors-who-agitate-without-permission-284489">Madras High Court directs TN DGP to take into custody pro/anti CAA protestors who agitate without permission</a></strong></p>

<p>They have been identified as Jahanjeb Sami and his wife Hina Bashir Beg, said Pramod Singh Kushwah, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell).</p>

<p><strong>Also see:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/expect-shaheen-bagh-protesters-to-come-up-with-amicable-solutions-says-sanjay-hegde-284220">&nbsp;Expect Shaheen Bagh protesters to come up with amicable solutions, says Sanjay Hegde</a></strong></p>

<p>"They were involved in instigating anti-Citizenship (Amendment) Act protests," he said.</p>


A couple linked to the Islamic State's Khorasan module was on Sunday detained from South Delhi's Jamia Nagar for instigating anti-CAA riots in the national capital, police said.

A couple linked to the Islamic State's Khorasan module was on Sunday detained from South Delhi's Jamia Nagar for instigating anti-CAA riots in the national capital, police said. Also read: Madras High Court directs TN DGP to take into custody pro/anti CAA protestors who agitate without permission They have been identified as Jahanjeb Sami and his wife Hina Bashir Beg, said Pramod Singh Kushwah, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell). Also see: Expect Shaheen Bagh protesters to come up with amicable solutions, says Sanjay Hegde "They were involved in instigating anti-Citizenship (Amendment) Act protests," he said.

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<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' awardees here and said that they are an inspiration for the others.</p>

<p>"When you started your work, you must have done it as a mission or to do something valuable in life or would have just gone with the flow. It must have not been for reward but today you have become an inspiration for others," the Prime Minister told the recipients.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-gives-away-all-his-social-media-accounts-to-women-achievers-285062">PM Narendra Modi gives away all his social media accounts to women achievers</a></strong></p>

<p>President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday presented Nari Shakti Puraskar on the occasion of International Women's Day at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC).</p>

<p>The Nari Shakti Puraskar, instituted by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, is National Award in recognition of exceptional work for women empowerment conferred every year on March 8 as a mark of respect and recognition for those who contribute towards the empowerment of women.</p>

<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/president-kovind-to-present-nari-shakti-puraskar-to-104-year-old-athlete-today-285019">President Kovind to present 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' to 104-Year-Old athlete today</a></strong></p>

<p>Before the award presentation ceremony, a special screening of 'Swachh Bharat - India's Sanitation Story'&nbsp;was held at RBCC.</p>

<p>This short film showcases the massive behaviour change that occurred across rural India under the Swachh Bharat Mission and the role that women played in leading over 55 crore people to shun the age-old practice of open defecation.&nbsp;</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' awardees here and said that they are an inspiration for the others. "When you started your work, you must have done it as a mission or to do something valuable in life or would have just gone with the flow.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' awardees here and said that they are an inspiration for the others. "When you started your work, you must have done it as a mission or to do something valuable in life or would have just gone with the flow. It must have not been for reward but today you have become an inspiration for others," the Prime Minister told the recipients. Also read: PM Narendra Modi gives away all his social media accounts to women achievers President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday presented Nari Shakti Puraskar on the occasion of International Women's Day at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC). The Nari Shakti Puraskar, instituted by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, is National Award in recognition of exceptional work for women empowerment conferred every year on March 8 as a mark of respect and recognition for those who contribute towards the empowerment of women. Also see: President Kovind to present 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' to 104-Year-Old athlete today Before the award presentation ceremony, a special screening of 'Swachh Bharat - India's Sanitation Story' was held at RBCC. This short film showcases the massive behaviour change that occurred across rural India under the Swachh Bharat Mission and the role that women played in leading over 55 crore people to shun the age-old practice of open defecation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauds 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' awardees

Five more people from Kerala, three with recent travel history to Italy, have tested positive for coronavirus following which the state has been put on high alert. India decides to setup new quarantine centres as cases are rising day by day.

Coronavirus Outbreak: India to setup new quarantine centres as cases are rising day by day

<p>Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor, arrested on money laundering charges, was remanded in the Enforcement Directorate's custody till March 11 by a Mumbai court on Sunday.</p>

<p>Kapoor, 62, former MD and CEO of the private bank, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) here around 3 am on Sunday as he was allegedly not cooperating in the probe, officials earlier said.</p>

<p>He was arrested after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs.</p>

<p>The ED producer Kapoor before a holiday court which remanded him in the probe agency's custody till March 11.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/enforcement-directorate-arrests-yes-bank-founder-rana-kapoor-under-money-laundering-charges-285034">Enforcement Directorate arrests Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under money laundering charges</a></strong></p>

<p>The ED told the court that the role of some companies run by Kapoor's family members needs to be established and they need to confront all these people with the accused.</p>

<p>The defence lawyer, however, said Kapoor has been selectively targeted by the ED and he is cooperating with the probe agency.</p>

<p>"We are ready to cooperate and submit all the documents that the agency wants. I have fully cooperated with them," Kapoor said in the court.</p>

<p>The central probe agency is primarily investigating Kapoor, his wife and three daughters over a Rs 600 crore fund received by a firm allegedly "controlled" by them from an entity linked to the scam-hit Dewan Housing Finance Limited (DHFL), official sources said.</p>

<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/enforcement-directorate-questions-yes-bank-founder-rana-kapoor-in-money-laundering-case-284929">Enforcement Directorate questions Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in money laundering case</a></strong></p>

<p>The Kapoor's linked firm, DoIT Urban Ventures (India) Pvt Ltd, is alleged to have received the funds when Yes Bank had an exposure of more than Rs 3,000 crore loans to DHFL, already being probed for purported financial irregularities and diversion of funds.</p>

<p>The bank, they said, allegedly did not initiate action to recover the NPA-turned loans from DHFL and the agency suspects that the Rs 600 crore funds were part of alleged kickbacks received as quid pro quo in the firm controlled by the Kapoor family.</p>

<p>Rana Kapoor told the court that the DoIT company is in name of his two daughters- Radha Kapoor and Roshni Kapoor.</p>

<p>Yes Bank had given around Rs 3,700 crore loan to triple-A-rated DHFL company, and later about Rs 600 crore was borrowed by DoIT Company from DHFL, he said.</p>

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<p>The DoIT company is still repaying the loan and it is not an NPA (non-performing asset), Rana Kapoor said.</p>

<p>"From the last few days I was not well, hence my family members took me to Breach Candy Hospital, but still I am cooperating with the ED," he told in the court.</p>

<p>However, the ED told the court that it wants to conduct a thorough investigation and "many people are under the scanner".</p>

<p>The court then remanded Rana Kapoor in ED's custody till March 11.</p>

<p>Before his arrest, he was questioned by the ED sleuths for over 20 hours after the central agency raided his residence on Friday night.</p>

<p>The ED, meanwhile, is also recording the statement of Rana Kapoor's wife and daughters.</p>

<p>The ED action came after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account, and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect.</p>

<p>Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment.</p>


Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor, arrested on money laundering charges, was remanded in the Enforcement Directorate's custody till March 11 by a Mumbai court on Sunday.

Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor, arrested on money laundering charges, was remanded in the Enforcement Directorate's custody till March 11 by a Mumbai court on Sunday. Kapoor, 62, former MD and CEO of the private bank, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) here around 3 am on Sunday as he was allegedly not cooperating in the probe, officials earlier said. He was arrested after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs. The ED producer Kapoor before a holiday court which remanded him in the probe agency's custody till March 11. Also read: Enforcement Directorate arrests Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under money laundering charges The ED told the court that the role of some companies run by Kapoor's family members needs to be established and they need to confront all these people with the accused. The defence lawyer, however, said Kapoor has been selectively targeted by the ED and he is cooperating with the probe agency. "We are ready to cooperate and submit all the documents that the agency wants. I have fully cooperated with them," Kapoor said in the court. The central probe agency is primarily investigating Kapoor, his wife and three daughters over a Rs 600 crore fund received by a firm allegedly "controlled" by them from an entity linked to the scam-hit Dewan Housing Finance Limited (DHFL), official sources said. Also see: Enforcement Directorate questions Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in money laundering case The Kapoor's linked firm, DoIT Urban Ventures (India) Pvt Ltd, is alleged to have received the funds when Yes Bank had an exposure of more than Rs 3,000 crore loans to DHFL, already being probed for purported financial irregularities and diversion of funds. The bank, they said, allegedly did not initiate action to recover the NPA-turned loans from DHFL and the agency suspects that the Rs 600 crore funds were part of alleged kickbacks received as quid pro quo in the firm controlled by the Kapoor family. Rana Kapoor told the court that the DoIT company is in name of his two daughters- Radha Kapoor and Roshni Kapoor. Yes Bank had given around Rs 3,700 crore loan to triple-A-rated DHFL company, and later about Rs 600 crore was borrowed by DoIT Company from DHFL, he said. Watch: × The DoIT company is still repaying the loan and it is not an NPA (non-performing asset), Rana Kapoor said. "From the last few days I was not well, hence my family members took me to Breach Candy Hospital, but still I am cooperating with the ED," he told in the court. However, the ED told the court that it wants to conduct a thorough investigation and "many people are under the scanner". The court then remanded Rana Kapoor in ED's custody till March 11. Before his arrest, he was questioned by the ED sleuths for over 20 hours after the central agency raided his residence on Friday night. The ED, meanwhile, is also recording the statement of Rana Kapoor's wife and daughters. The ED action came after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account, and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect. Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment.

Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor sent in ED custody till March 11

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Minister and J&K Finance Minister Altaf Bukhari on Sunday launched his own political party named 'Apni Party' in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K's Ex-finance Minister Altaf Bukhari forms 'Apni Party' | J&K Political Party | PDP | Kashmir

<p>As promised, Prime minister of India Narendra Modi logs out of his social media accounts and gives them to seven women achievers who are sharing their life's journeys on international women's day.</p>

<p>The first to tweet from the PM's twitter handle was Sneha Mohan doss, founder of food bank India.</p>

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<p>PM Modi not only handed over his Twitter account but also his other social media accounts of Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.</p>

<p>Video stories were broadcast through PM Modis Instagram account. They were relayed through the IGTV format and garnered huge traction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One video has more than 3 lakh 40 thousand views so far. PM Modi has 35.5 million followers on Instagram, a photo and video sharing platform.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/B9dii8yFA8L/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Acceptance is the greatest reward we can give to ourselves. We can’t control our lives but we surely can control our attitude towards life. At the end of the day, it is how we survive our challenges that matters most. Know more about me and my work- @malvika.iyer</a></p>

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<p>The prime minister has accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.</p>

<p>The prime minister is one of the most-followed world leaders on social media with 53.3 million followers on Twitter, 44 million on Facebook and 35.2 million on Instagram.</p>

<p>The Twitter handle of Prime Minister's Office has 32 million followers.<br />
In September 2019, PM Modi was the third-most followed world leader on the microblogging site, behind only US President Donald Trump and his predecessor Barack Obama.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Prime Minister was the first Indian to cross the 50-million followers' mark on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

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As promised, Prime minister of India Narendra Modi logs out of his social media accounts and gives them to seven women achievers who are sharing their life's journeys on international women's day.

As promised, Prime minister of India Narendra Modi logs out of his social media accounts and gives them to seven women achievers who are sharing their life's journeys on international women's day. The first to tweet from the PM's twitter handle was Sneha Mohan doss, founder of food bank India. I feel empowered when I do what I'm passionate about! I wish to inspire my fellow citizens, especially women to come forward and join hands with me. I urge everyone to feed atleast one needy person and contribute to a hunger free planet. - @snehamohandoss#SheInspiresUs — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2020 × PM Modi not only handed over his Twitter account but also his other social media accounts of Instagram, Facebook and Youtube. Video stories were broadcast through PM Modis Instagram account. They were relayed through the IGTV format and garnered huge traction. One video has more than 3 lakh 40 thousand views so far. PM Modi has 35.5 million followers on Instagram, a photo and video sharing platform. View this post on Instagram Acceptance is the greatest reward we can give to ourselves. We can’t control our lives but we surely can control our attitude towards life. At the end of the day, it is how we survive our challenges that matters most. Know more about me and my work- @malvika.iyer A post shared by Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) on Mar 7, 2020 at 9:52pm PST × The prime minister has accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. The prime minister is one of the most-followed world leaders on social media with 53.3 million followers on Twitter, 44 million on Facebook and 35.2 million on Instagram. The Twitter handle of Prime Minister's Office has 32 million followers. In September 2019, PM Modi was the third-most followed world leader on the microblogging site, behind only US President Donald Trump and his predecessor Barack Obama. The Prime Minister was the first Indian to cross the 50-million followers' mark on Twitter. (With inputs from PTI)

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<p>A 104-year old woman will be awarded the 'Nari Shakti Puraskar'&nbsp;on Sunday at an event here in Rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi.</p>

<p>Mann Kaur will be presented an award for her achievements in athletics on the occasion of International women's day by President Ram Nath Kovind in the national capital.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-in-india-five-new-cases-of-covid-19-in-kerala-total-confirmed-cases-in-india-now-39-284972">Coronavirus in India: Five new cases of COVID-19 in Kerala, total confirmed cases in India now 39</a></strong></p>

<p>Mann has bagged over 30 medals in track and field events across the globe.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also interact with Nari Shakti Awardees at his residence.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-pm-modi-asks-people-to-practice-namaste-over-handshake-284890">&nbsp;COVID-19: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The national award is given annually to individuals, groups, institutions in recognition of their exceptional work towards the cause of women's empowerment, especially towards vulnerable and marginalised women.</p>


A 104-year old woman will be awarded the 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' on Sunday at an event here in Rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi. Mann Kaur will be presented an award for her achievements in athletics on the occasion of International women's day by President Ram Nath Kovind in the national capital.

A 104-year old woman will be awarded the 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' on Sunday at an event here in Rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi. Mann Kaur will be presented an award for her achievements in athletics on the occasion of International women's day by President Ram Nath Kovind in the national capital. Also read: Coronavirus in India: Five new cases of COVID-19 in Kerala, total confirmed cases in India now 39 Mann has bagged over 30 medals in track and field events across the globe. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also interact with Nari Shakti Awardees at his residence. Also read: COVID-19: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake The national award is given annually to individuals, groups, institutions in recognition of their exceptional work towards the cause of women's empowerment, especially towards vulnerable and marginalised women.

President Kovind to present 'Nari Shakti Puraskar' to 104-Year-Old athlete today

<p>The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory.</p>

<p>Altaf, who was sacked from Jammu and Kashmir peoples democratic party for his anti-party activities have reportedly managed to bag dozens of political leaders from various political parties including congress and his former party.</p>

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<p>According to the party, their main aim would be to provide relief to people who have been facing uncertainty after the abrogation of J&amp;K special status on August 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The party has also demanded the release of political leaders who have been under detention.</p>

<p>Named "Jammu and Kashmir Apni party," it is being seen as a major challenge for the regional strongholds, the national conference and PDP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The party launch comes at a time when three former chief ministers of the erstwhile state are under detention and no political activity has taken place for almost seven months.<br />
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Political analysts believe that this will be a big blow to several political parties including the PDP and congress. According to sources, eight former legislators of the PDP will be joining the newly formed party.</p>

<p>Those who are expected to join Bukhari's party include two former MLAs – Mohammad Dilawar mir and Ghulam Hassan mir. &nbsp;Dilawar, a close aide of PDP president Mehboob mufti, was a minister and Ghulam Hassan mir belongs to the democratic party nationalist who has a reputation for maintaining good relations with those in power at the centre. Both hail from Baramulla and have served as ministers in the Jammu and Kashmir.</p>


The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory.

The former finance minister of Jammu and Kashmir Altaf Bukhari has launched his political party. In what is being seen as a beginning of political activity in the newly formed union territory. Altaf, who was sacked from Jammu and Kashmir peoples democratic party for his anti-party activities have reportedly managed to bag dozens of political leaders from various political parties including congress and his former party. Former J&K Min Syed Altaf Bukhari at launch of Apni Party in Srinagar:This party is not floated by a family&there will be total restriction that anybody who becomes President of party cannot be elected more than 2 times. It is by the commoners,for the commoners, of the commoners. pic.twitter.com/GmaVMdohiN — ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2020 × According to the party, their main aim would be to provide relief to people who have been facing uncertainty after the abrogation of J&K special status on August 5. The party has also demanded the release of political leaders who have been under detention. Named "Jammu and Kashmir Apni party," it is being seen as a major challenge for the regional strongholds, the national conference and PDP. The party launch comes at a time when three former chief ministers of the erstwhile state are under detention and no political activity has taken place for almost seven months. Political analysts believe that this will be a big blow to several political parties including the PDP and congress. According to sources, eight former legislators of the PDP will be joining the newly formed party. Those who are expected to join Bukhari's party include two former MLAs – Mohammad Dilawar mir and Ghulam Hassan mir. Dilawar, a close aide of PDP president Mehboob mufti, was a minister and Ghulam Hassan mir belongs to the democratic party nationalist who has a reputation for maintaining good relations with those in power at the centre. Both hail from Baramulla and have served as ministers in the Jammu and Kashmir.

After the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir to get a new party

<p>The Enforcement Directorate arrested Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under money laundering charges here in the early hours of Sunday, officials said.</p>

<p>The banker was held under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) around 3 am as he was allegedly not cooperating in the probe, they said.</p>

<p>Kapoor's arrest at the ED office in Ballard Estate followed over 20 hours of questioning by the central agency after it raided his residence on Friday night.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/enforcement-directorate-questions-yes-bank-founder-rana-kapoor-in-money-laundering-case-284929">Enforcement Directorate questions Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in money laundering case</a></strong></p>

<p>The arrest comes after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs.</p>

<p>The arrest comes after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs.</p>

<p>Officials said Kapoor, 62, will be produced before a local court during the day to obtain custody.</p>

<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/state-bank-of-india-says-a-49-stake-in-yes-bank-will-cost-331-million-284907">State Bank of India says a 49% stake in Yes Bank will cost $331 million</a></strong></p>

<p>The investigating officer of the case had recorded Kapoor's statement under the PMLA when he was first interrogated on Friday night at his upscale residence in 'Samudra Mahal' complex in Worli area here.</p>

<p>He was brought to the ED office on Saturday noon for a fresh round of questioning.</p>

<p>On Saturday, the agency widened its probe in the case as the premises of Kapoor's three daughters in Delhi and Mumbai were searched to gather more information and evidence.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/potential-investor-will-have-to-pick-up-49-stake-in-yes-bank-sbi-shown-willingness-rbi-284817">&nbsp;Potential investor will have to pick up 49% stake in Yes Bank; SBI shown willingness: RBI</a></strong></p>

<p>According to officials, Kapoor's wife Bindu and daughters Rakhee Kapoor Tandon, Roshni Kapoor and Radha Kapoor are allegedly linked to some companies to which the suspected "proceeds of crime" have been traced.</p>

<p>The case against Kapoor is linked to the scam-hit DHFL as the loans lent by the bank to the company allegedly turned NPAs, they said.</p>

<p>A Rs 600 crore worth loan extended by the DHFL to an entity is also at the centre of the ED probe, officials said.</p>

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<p>The central agency is also probing Kapoor's role in connection with the disbursal of loans to some corporate entities and the subsequent alleged kickbacks reportedly received in his wife's accounts.</p>

<p>Other alleged irregularities are also under the agency's scanner including the one related to the alleged PF fraud in the Uttar Pradesh power corporation, they added.</p>

<p>The CBI has recently taken over the investigation into the Rs 2,267-crore Employees' Provident Fund fraud in Uttar Pradesh, where hard-earned savings of power sector employees were invested in Dewan Housing Finance Corporation (DHFL).</p>

<p>The ED action came after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account, and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect.</p>

<p>Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment.</p>

<p>As per the RBI's draft reconstruction scheme, State Bank of India will pick up 49 per cent stake in the crisis-ridden Yes Bank under a government-approved bailout plan.</p>


The Enforcement Directorate arrested Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under money laundering charges here in the early hours of Sunday, officials said. The banker was held under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) around 3 am as he was allegedly not cooperating in the probe, they said.

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor under money laundering charges here in the early hours of Sunday, officials said. The banker was held under the provision of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) around 3 am as he was allegedly not cooperating in the probe, they said. Kapoor's arrest at the ED office in Ballard Estate followed over 20 hours of questioning by the central agency after it raided his residence on Friday night. Also read: Enforcement Directorate questions Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in money laundering case The arrest comes after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs. The arrest comes after charges of alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement in the operations of the private bank surfaced and the RBI and Union government initiated action to control its affairs. Officials said Kapoor, 62, will be produced before a local court during the day to obtain custody. Also see: State Bank of India says a 49% stake in Yes Bank will cost $331 million The investigating officer of the case had recorded Kapoor's statement under the PMLA when he was first interrogated on Friday night at his upscale residence in 'Samudra Mahal' complex in Worli area here. He was brought to the ED office on Saturday noon for a fresh round of questioning. On Saturday, the agency widened its probe in the case as the premises of Kapoor's three daughters in Delhi and Mumbai were searched to gather more information and evidence. Also read: Potential investor will have to pick up 49% stake in Yes Bank; SBI shown willingness: RBI According to officials, Kapoor's wife Bindu and daughters Rakhee Kapoor Tandon, Roshni Kapoor and Radha Kapoor are allegedly linked to some companies to which the suspected "proceeds of crime" have been traced. The case against Kapoor is linked to the scam-hit DHFL as the loans lent by the bank to the company allegedly turned NPAs, they said. A Rs 600 crore worth loan extended by the DHFL to an entity is also at the centre of the ED probe, officials said. Watch: × The central agency is also probing Kapoor's role in connection with the disbursal of loans to some corporate entities and the subsequent alleged kickbacks reportedly received in his wife's accounts. Other alleged irregularities are also under the agency's scanner including the one related to the alleged PF fraud in the Uttar Pradesh power corporation, they added. The CBI has recently taken over the investigation into the Rs 2,267-crore Employees' Provident Fund fraud in Uttar Pradesh, where hard-earned savings of power sector employees were invested in Dewan Housing Finance Corporation (DHFL). The ED action came after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account, and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect. Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment. As per the RBI's draft reconstruction scheme, State Bank of India will pick up 49 per cent stake in the crisis-ridden Yes Bank under a government-approved bailout plan.

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<p>After taking over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account under #SheInspiresUS campaign, founder of NGO Food Bank India Sneha Mohandoss in a snazzy manner asked a Twitterati to try to log in with 'New India'&nbsp;when he asked for a password of Prime Minister's Twitter handle.</p>

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<p>When a Twitter user asked Sneha Mohandoss for the password of PM Narendra Modi's Twitter handle, Sneha replied, 'New India, try logging in.'</p>

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<p>Mohandoss, the first one among seven women achievers to share her journey on Prime Minister Modi's social media accounts on the occasion of International Women's Day, urged people to feed a needy person and contribute to a hunger-free planet.</p>

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<p>Introducing herself, Mohandoss said that she was inspired by her mother, who instilled the habit of feeding the homeless.</p>

<p>"You heard of food for thought. Now, it is time for action and a better future for our poor. Hello, I am Sneha Mohandoss Inspired by my mother, who instilled the habit of feeding the homeless, I started this initiative called Food Bank India," Mohandoss tweeted along with a video introducing herself.</p>

<p>The Food Bank India founder works with volunteers towards eradicating hunger. With the help of her team, she has also initiated breastfeeding awareness drives.</p>

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<p>"I work with volunteers, many of whom are outside India, to work towards eradicating hunger. We have over 20 chapters and have impacted several people with our work. We also initiated activities like mass cooking, cooking marathons, breastfeeding awareness drives," she said.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi stated that seven women achievers will share their life`s journey and interact with his followers through his social media accounts on the occasion of the International Women's Day.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister had announced that on women's day this year, he will give away his social media accounts to women whose life and work inspires people to help them ignite motivation in millions.</p>

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After taking over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account under #SheInspiresUS campaign, founder of NGO Food Bank India Sneha Mohandoss in a snazzy manner asked a Twitterati to try to log in with 'New India' when he asked for a password of Prime Minister's Twitter handle.

After taking over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account under #SheInspiresUS campaign, founder of NGO Food Bank India Sneha Mohandoss in a snazzy manner asked a Twitterati to try to log in with 'New India' when he asked for a password of Prime Minister's Twitter handle. I am signing off from this account. I will be tweeting from @narendramodi Honble PM account, Thanks for the motivation ❤️ — sneha mohandoss (@snehamohandoss) March 8, 2020 × When a Twitter user asked Sneha Mohandoss for the password of PM Narendra Modi's Twitter handle, Sneha replied, 'New India, try logging in.' New India...try logging in :) @snehamohandoss https://t.co/ydnMKzsY0W — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2020 × Mohandoss, the first one among seven women achievers to share her journey on Prime Minister Modi's social media accounts on the occasion of International Women's Day, urged people to feed a needy person and contribute to a hunger-free planet. Also read: Who will be the next Congress President? Discordance remains Introducing herself, Mohandoss said that she was inspired by her mother, who instilled the habit of feeding the homeless. "You heard of food for thought. Now, it is time for action and a better future for our poor. Hello, I am Sneha Mohandoss Inspired by my mother, who instilled the habit of feeding the homeless, I started this initiative called Food Bank India," Mohandoss tweeted along with a video introducing herself. The Food Bank India founder works with volunteers towards eradicating hunger. With the help of her team, she has also initiated breastfeeding awareness drives. Also see: Coronavirus in India: Five new cases of COVID-19 in Kerala, total confirmed cases in India now 39 "I work with volunteers, many of whom are outside India, to work towards eradicating hunger. We have over 20 chapters and have impacted several people with our work. We also initiated activities like mass cooking, cooking marathons, breastfeeding awareness drives," she said. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi stated that seven women achievers will share their life`s journey and interact with his followers through his social media accounts on the occasion of the International Women's Day. The Prime Minister had announced that on women's day this year, he will give away his social media accounts to women whose life and work inspires people to help them ignite motivation in millions. Greetings on International Women’s Day! We salute the spirit and accomplishments of our Nari Shakti. As I’d said a few days ago, I’m signing off. Through the day, seven women achievers will share their life journeys and perhaps interact with you through my social media accounts. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2020 ×

Try 'New India': Woman achiever's witty reply to Twitterati seeking PM Modi's handle password

ED Arrested Yes Bank's Founder Rana Kapoor in Money Laundering Case Amid deteriorating health of India's one of the top private bank, the Enforcement Directororate (ED) probe's Yes Bank's founder Rana Kapoor's Mumbai residence. He was later chagred in the money laundering case. And now in the latest coming in over the case, the ED now arrested Rana Kapoor in the same charges.

ED Arrested Yes Bank's Founder Rana Kapoor in Money Laundering Case

<p>As the number of coronavirus cases surged past 31&nbsp;in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sent out a message to people of the country to practice basic hygiene, not believe in rumours and avoid unnecessary contact with people by practising traditional Namaste over a handshake.</p>

<p>Interacting with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadi Pariyojana, PM spoke on the coronavirus spread and the precautions required to be taken.</p>

<p>Modi urged people to not to believe in hearsay and rumours.</p>

<p>''I request people to not believe in hearsay and rumours on what to do and what not to do on coronavirus, whatever doubts you have please consult your doctor,'' he said.</p>

<p>India remains on high alert as the coronavirus cases surged to 31 yesterday.</p>

<p>Jan Aushadhi Diwas is not just a day to celebrate a scheme, but a day to connect with millions of Indians, millions of families, who have got great relief because of this scheme, he said.<br />
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Meanwhile, Union health minister issued a notification asking people to avoid mass gathering while the Indian army is preparing for emergency response for tackling the COVID-19 outbreak.</p>


As the number of coronavirus cases surged past 31 in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sent out a message to people of the country to practice basic hygiene, not believe in rumours and avoid unnecessary contact with people by practising traditional Namaste over a handshake.

As the number of coronavirus cases surged past 31 in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sent out a message to people of the country to practice basic hygiene, not believe in rumours and avoid unnecessary contact with people by practising traditional Namaste over a handshake. Interacting with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadi Pariyojana, PM spoke on the coronavirus spread and the precautions required to be taken. Modi urged people to not to believe in hearsay and rumours. ''I request people to not believe in hearsay and rumours on what to do and what not to do on coronavirus, whatever doubts you have please consult your doctor,'' he said. India remains on high alert as the coronavirus cases surged to 31 yesterday. Jan Aushadhi Diwas is not just a day to celebrate a scheme, but a day to connect with millions of Indians, millions of families, who have got great relief because of this scheme, he said. Meanwhile, Union health minister issued a notification asking people to avoid mass gathering while the Indian army is preparing for emergency response for tackling the COVID-19 outbreak.

COVID-19: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake     

<p>Japan has asked India to reconsider the visas that have been suspended over coronavirus fears.&nbsp;<br />
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A travel advisory issued by India announced that all visas including visas on arrival granted to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan before 3rd march 2020 stands suspended in the backdrop of coronavirus outbreak.</p>

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<p>A source said: "explained how the numbers of patients are changing and sought appropriate measures in light of the reality on the ground."</p>

<p>Diplomats, UN officials, OCI cardholders and Aircrew from countries mentioned are exempted from such restriction on entry.</p>

<p>Japan has confirmed 313 cases of people infected with virus and six deaths.</p>

<p>Globally China, South Korea, Iran and Italy are among the worst affected countries with thousands of people infected. China has around 80,000 infected cases and more than 3000 deaths.</p>


Japan has asked India to reconsider the visas that have been suspended over coronavirus fears. A travel advisory issued by India announced that all visas including visas on arrival granted to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan before 3rd march 2020 stands suspended in the backdrop of coronavirus outbreak.

Japan has asked India to reconsider the visas that have been suspended over coronavirus fears. A travel advisory issued by India announced that all visas including visas on arrival granted to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan before 3rd march 2020 stands suspended in the backdrop of coronavirus outbreak. Also read: Coronavirus: Swab samples of stranded Indians in Iran to reach on Saturday A source said: "explained how the numbers of patients are changing and sought appropriate measures in light of the reality on the ground." Diplomats, UN officials, OCI cardholders and Aircrew from countries mentioned are exempted from such restriction on entry. Japan has confirmed 313 cases of people infected with virus and six deaths. Globally China, South Korea, Iran and Italy are among the worst affected countries with thousands of people infected. China has around 80,000 infected cases and more than 3000 deaths.

Coronavirus: Japan asks India to reconsider visa suspensions

So far, India has 34 confirmed cases of coronavirus as 3 more people test positive on Saturday.

3 more test positive of Coronavirus, 2 people in Ladakh & 1 in Tamil Nadu | Coronavirus Outbreak

<p>On the occasion of international women's day. The govt of Argentina displayed a special performance by the women musicians of the country's defence forces.</p>

<p>The Argentinian govt honoured the women of the forces saying that the incorporation of women in the armed forces has been the most important cultural change for the military since the recovery of their democracy in 1983.</p>

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<p>Argentina faces a glim reality. The Latin American country has one of the worst figures of violence against women.</p>

<p>Femicide is rampant in the country.</p>

<p>In order to come out in support of women's rights in the country. Women musicians from the argentine army, navy and air force played together for the very first time outside the defence ministry in Buenos Aires in honour of the international women's day.</p>

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<p>The defence around the world can be a sexist profession where women aren't perceived as being as physically capable as men.</p>

<p>"We were very few women playing the french horn and now women are being incorporated as French horn players and percussionists. That did not happen in the past, because it was believed that to blow an instrument with a certain airflow that maybe men and women don't have the same (capacity), because the French horn is complicated, but we have demonstrated that regardless of the genre we can blow any instrument."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/international-womens-day-inclusion-tolerance-end-of-misogyny-the-changes-that-women-want-35085">International Women's Day: Inclusion, tolerance, end of misogyny — the changes that women want</a></strong></p>

<p>Soundbite Spanish Andre Singh, 23, Navy lance corporal para dun.</p>

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Present at the performance was Argentina's defence minister Agustin Rossi. Rossi said that the incorporation of women in the armed forces has been the most important cultural change for the military since the recovery of democracy in 1983.</p>

<p>"I believe that the incorporation of women in the framework of the armed forces has been the most important cultural change that the forces have had during all these last 30 years, I could almost say coinciding with the recovery of democracy."</p>


On the occasion of international women's day. The govt of Argentina displayed a special performance by the women musicians of the country's defence forces. The Argentinian govt honoured the women of the forces saying that the incorporation of women in the armed forces has been the most important cultural change for the military since the recovery of their democracy in 1983.

On the occasion of international women's day. The govt of Argentina displayed a special performance by the women musicians of the country's defence forces. The Argentinian govt honoured the women of the forces saying that the incorporation of women in the armed forces has been the most important cultural change for the military since the recovery of their democracy in 1983. Also Read: Opinion: International Women's day is for transgender-women too Argentina faces a glim reality. The Latin American country has one of the worst figures of violence against women. Femicide is rampant in the country. In order to come out in support of women's rights in the country. Women musicians from the argentine army, navy and air force played together for the very first time outside the defence ministry in Buenos Aires in honour of the international women's day. Also Read: International Women's Day: Spanish women stage unprecedented strike for rights The defence around the world can be a sexist profession where women aren't perceived as being as physically capable as men. "We were very few women playing the french horn and now women are being incorporated as French horn players and percussionists. That did not happen in the past, because it was believed that to blow an instrument with a certain airflow that maybe men and women don't have the same (capacity), because the French horn is complicated, but we have demonstrated that regardless of the genre we can blow any instrument." Also Read: International Women's Day: Inclusion, tolerance, end of misogyny — the changes that women want Soundbite Spanish Andre Singh, 23, Navy lance corporal para dun. Present at the performance was Argentina's defence minister Agustin Rossi. Rossi said that the incorporation of women in the armed forces has been the most important cultural change for the military since the recovery of democracy in 1983. "I believe that the incorporation of women in the framework of the armed forces has been the most important cultural change that the forces have had during all these last 30 years, I could almost say coinciding with the recovery of democracy."

Women's are never less than man

<p>India's health ministry informed today that three more coronavirus cases tested positive.</p>

<p>The coronavirus cases in India have now risen to 34.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-pm-modi-asks-people-to-practice-namaste-over-handshake-284890">Also Read: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake</a> &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the health ministry, two cases were detected in Ladakh with travel history from Iran and one from Tamil Nadu with travel history from Oman.</p>

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<p>All three patients are in stable condition, the ministry said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi on Saturday reviewed the situation arising out of the virus outbreak and directed immediate exercise be taken up to identify sufficient locations for quarantine and also for critical care provisioning in case the disease spreads.</p>

<p>The meeting was attended by Union Minister of health and family welfare, Dr Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of external affairs Dr S Jaishankar, MoS ministry of health &amp; family welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey and other officers.</p>

<p>Also, the Prime Minister's Office(PMO) has been instructed to plan for early testing and evacuation of Indians from Iran.</p>

<p>The Karnataka government said today that nine persons have been admitted to isolation hospitals in the state with 400 samples of symptomatic persons been sent for testing and 326 samples which have reported negative. There have been no coronavirus cases in the state.</p>

<p>In Srinagar, all primary schools in the district have been ordered to remain shut.</p>

<p>The Beating retreat ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border along Pakistan has also been suspended.</p>

<p>In Amritsar, Guru Nanak Dev Hospital said that two patients with suspected cases of coronavirus have been admitted who had recently travelled to Italy. The report is expected from the Pune laboratory.</p>


India's health ministry informed today that three more coronavirus cases tested positive. The coronavirus cases in India have now risen to 34. Also Read: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake According to the health ministry, two cases were detected in Ladakh with travel history from Iran and one from Tamil Nadu with travel history from Oman.

India's health ministry informed today that three more coronavirus cases tested positive. The coronavirus cases in India have now risen to 34. Also Read: PM Modi asks people to practice Namaste over handshake According to the health ministry, two cases were detected in Ladakh with travel history from Iran and one from Tamil Nadu with travel history from Oman. Watch Video: All three patients are in stable condition, the ministry said. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi on Saturday reviewed the situation arising out of the virus outbreak and directed immediate exercise be taken up to identify sufficient locations for quarantine and also for critical care provisioning in case the disease spreads. The meeting was attended by Union Minister of health and family welfare, Dr Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of external affairs Dr S Jaishankar, MoS ministry of health & family welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey and other officers. Also, the Prime Minister's Office(PMO) has been instructed to plan for early testing and evacuation of Indians from Iran. The Karnataka government said today that nine persons have been admitted to isolation hospitals in the state with 400 samples of symptomatic persons been sent for testing and 326 samples which have reported negative. There have been no coronavirus cases in the state. In Srinagar, all primary schools in the district have been ordered to remain shut. The Beating retreat ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border along Pakistan has also been suspended. In Amritsar, Guru Nanak Dev Hospital said that two patients with suspected cases of coronavirus have been admitted who had recently travelled to Italy. The report is expected from the Pune laboratory.

Three more coronavirus cases detected in India; two in Ladakh, one in Tamil Nadu

The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday widened the investigation into raids against Rana Kapoor at his residence and his three daughters.

ED probe widens amid Yes Bank crisis, raids Rana Kapoor & three daughters' residence

<p>Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India was getting to know its real friends amid controversy and global reaction to&nbsp;newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and Delhi riots.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response to a question at an event in Delhi on global reactions to CAA and other developments, EAM said, "Maybe we are getting to know who our friends really are."</p>

<p>"Kind of a geopolitical assessment, there was a time when India was very defensive. Our capabilities were less, our risks were higher. We adopted a policy of managing the world and kind of staying away. We can't do that anymore. We are the fifth-largest economy in the world. We will one day be the third-largest economy in the world. Nature of the world has changed," he added.</p>

<p>" As we get more capable, as our confidence level goes, as our interest in the world goes up, their interest in us go up, we have to do management in a different we. We have to engage everybody. It is a kind of portfolio management, how do u spread your bets, and get the best," he added.</p>

<p>Iran has been most vocal in its reaction to the recent developments in India. Iran's Supreme Leader Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei and Foreign Minister Javad Zarif in a tweet condemned the recent developments in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Khamenei in a tweet said, "The hearts of Muslims all over the world are grieving over the massacre of Muslims in India. The govt of India should confront extremist Hindus &amp; their parties &amp; stop the massacre of Muslims in order to prevent India’s isolation from the world of Islam."</p>

<p>The Delhi riots issue was discussed in the British Parliament while Indonesia raised the matter with Indian envoy to Jakarta. Protests have taken place in countries like Bangladesh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even Democratic presidential candidate in the US Bernie Sanders slammed President Donald Trump for not raising the matter during his recent India trip.</p>

<p><strong>Slams&nbsp;UNHRC</strong></p>

<p>Slamming the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet, he said "She has been wronged before."</p>

<p>He also highlighted how Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) never talked about the issue of cross border emanating from Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have seen from the same body, reports about, the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, how carefully they skirt around cross border terrorism problem, as though it has somehow nothing to do with the country next door," he said.</p>

<p>Last week, OHCHR announced that it will be moving to India's top court on CAA. &nbsp;</p>


Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India was getting to know its real friends amid controversy and global reaction to newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and Delhi riots.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India was getting to know its real friends amid controversy and global reaction to newly enacted Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and Delhi riots. In response to a question at an event in Delhi on global reactions to CAA and other developments, EAM said, "Maybe we are getting to know who our friends really are." "Kind of a geopolitical assessment, there was a time when India was very defensive. Our capabilities were less, our risks were higher. We adopted a policy of managing the world and kind of staying away. We can't do that anymore. We are the fifth-largest economy in the world. We will one day be the third-largest economy in the world. Nature of the world has changed," he added. " As we get more capable, as our confidence level goes, as our interest in the world goes up, their interest in us go up, we have to do management in a different we. We have to engage everybody. It is a kind of portfolio management, how do u spread your bets, and get the best," he added. Iran has been most vocal in its reaction to the recent developments in India. Iran's Supreme Leader Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei and Foreign Minister Javad Zarif in a tweet condemned the recent developments in India. Khamenei in a tweet said, "The hearts of Muslims all over the world are grieving over the massacre of Muslims in India. The govt of India should confront extremist Hindus & their parties & stop the massacre of Muslims in order to prevent India’s isolation from the world of Islam." The Delhi riots issue was discussed in the British Parliament while Indonesia raised the matter with Indian envoy to Jakarta. Protests have taken place in countries like Bangladesh. Even Democratic presidential candidate in the US Bernie Sanders slammed President Donald Trump for not raising the matter during his recent India trip. Slams UNHRC Slamming the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet, he said "She has been wronged before." He also highlighted how Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) never talked about the issue of cross border emanating from Pakistan. "I have seen from the same body, reports about, the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, how carefully they skirt around cross border terrorism problem, as though it has somehow nothing to do with the country next door," he said. Last week, OHCHR announced that it will be moving to India's top court on CAA.

We are getting to know who our friends really are: EAM on global rection to CAA, Delhi riots 

<p>The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday continued questioning <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/state-bank-of-india-says-a-49-stake-in-yes-bank-will-cost-331-million-284907">Yes Bank</a> founder Rana Kapoor in connection with a money laundering probe against him and others, officials said.</p>

<p>They said Kapoor was brought to the agency's office in the Ballard Estate area Saturday afternoon.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/state-bank-of-india-says-a-49-stake-in-yes-bank-will-cost-331-million-284907">ED</a> had searched Rana's residence in the upscale 'Samudra Mahal' complex in the Worli area on Friday night and had grilled him there too.</p>

<p>The questioning of Kapoor is continuing, they said.</p>

<p>The case against Kapoor is linked to the scam-hit DHFL as the loans lent by the bank to the company allegedly turned non-performing assets (NPAs), they said.</p>

<p>Action against Kapoor is being conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) by the ED.</p>

<p>The central agency is also probing Kapoor's role in connection with the disbursal of loans to some corporate entities and the subsequent alleged kickbacks reportedly received in his wife's accounts.</p>

<p>Other alleged irregularities are also under the agency's scanner, including the one related to the alleged PF fraud in the Uttar Pradesh power corporation, they added.</p>

<p>The CBI has recently taken over investigation into the Rs 2,267-crore Employees' Provident Fund fraud in Uttar Pradesh, where hard-earned savings of power sector employees were invested in Dewan Housing Finance Corporation (DHFL).</p>

<p>The ED action came after the Reserve Bank on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect.</p>

<p>Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment.</p>

<p>As per the RBI's draft reconstruction scheme, State Bank of India will pick up 49 per cent stake in the crisis-ridden Yes Bank under a government-approved bailout plan.</p>


The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday continued questioning Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in connection with a money laundering probe against him and others, officials said.

The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday continued questioning Yes Bank founder Rana Kapoor in connection with a money laundering probe against him and others, officials said. They said Kapoor was brought to the agency's office in the Ballard Estate area Saturday afternoon. The ED had searched Rana's residence in the upscale 'Samudra Mahal' complex in the Worli area on Friday night and had grilled him there too. The questioning of Kapoor is continuing, they said. The case against Kapoor is linked to the scam-hit DHFL as the loans lent by the bank to the company allegedly turned non-performing assets (NPAs), they said. Action against Kapoor is being conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) by the ED. The central agency is also probing Kapoor's role in connection with the disbursal of loans to some corporate entities and the subsequent alleged kickbacks reportedly received in his wife's accounts. Other alleged irregularities are also under the agency's scanner, including the one related to the alleged PF fraud in the Uttar Pradesh power corporation, they added. The CBI has recently taken over investigation into the Rs 2,267-crore Employees' Provident Fund fraud in Uttar Pradesh, where hard-earned savings of power sector employees were invested in Dewan Housing Finance Corporation (DHFL). The ED action came after the Reserve Bank on Thursday imposed a moratorium on the capital-starved Yes Bank, capping withdrawals at Rs 50,000 per account and superseded the board of the private sector lender with immediate effect. Yes Bank will not be able to grant or renew any loan or advance, make any investment, incur any liability or agree to disburse any payment. As per the RBI's draft reconstruction scheme, State Bank of India will pick up 49 per cent stake in the crisis-ridden Yes Bank under a government-approved bailout plan.

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