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Delhi Police on Sunday arrested the owner of the building in which a fire broke out earlier today, which claimed the lives of 43 people.

"Rehan and his manager Furkan have been arrested. The police are also interrogating brothers of Rehan -- Shan and Imran. We are also looking for those who were running the factory. We are investigating the matter. From the information we have, more or less there is no possibility of more bodies being recovered," DCP, North, Monika Bhardwaj told reporters.

According to police there was some part of the building which Rehan had not given on rent.

A case has been registered under Section 304 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code against building owner Rehan, who had absconded after the fire broke out.

As many as 43 people died after the fire broke out in the factory at Anaj Mandi here in the wee hours on Sunday.&nbsp; 
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Delhi Police on Sunday arrested the owner of the building in which a fire broke out earlier today, which claimed the lives of 43 people. "Rehan and his manager Furkan have been arrested.

Delhi Police on Sunday arrested the owner of the building in which a fire broke out earlier today, which claimed the lives of 43 people. "Rehan and his manager Furkan have been arrested. The police are also interrogating brothers of Rehan -- Shan and Imran. We are also looking for those who were running the factory. We are investigating the matter. From the information we have, more or less there is no possibility of more bodies being recovered," DCP, North, Monika Bhardwaj told reporters. According to police there was some part of the building which Rehan had not given on rent. A case has been registered under Section 304 (punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code against building owner Rehan, who had absconded after the fire broke out. As many as 43 people died after the fire broke out in the factory at Anaj Mandi here in the wee hours on Sunday.

Anaj Mandi fire: Delhi Police arrest building owner, his manager

State structures including the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/p-chidambaram-reaches-parliament-day-after-bail-grant-266336">Parliament House Annexe</a>, Vayu Bhawan, Sena Bhawan, and ministry offices in Lutyens' Delhi rank badly in terms of fire safety.

Inspections undertaken by the Delhi Fire Service (DSF) found that these buildings of high importance do not have enough measures in place to avoid loss of life and property in the case of a fire.

According to the DFS list, 100 such buildings in Lutyens' Delhi alone fail to adhere to fire safety parameters. 
 
DFS chief Atul Garg said that these buildings do not require any 'No Objection Certificate' (NoC) as these are quite old. 
 
"As per the inspections, we have found shortcomings and have suggested a few changes, which should be done," Garg said.

According to the former DFS Chief RC Sharma, these buildings are incapable of fulfilling the modern-day requirements.

"These buildings are old and have been built long back. They may not have the required facility, which has been introduced like compartmentation and putting a door on a staircase. It may not be possible to install doors at the staircase. That is why these buildings feature in the list of structures with shortcomings," said Sharma. 
 
According to a letter sent to the Parliament House Annexe after an inspection last year, the DFS noticed multiple shortcomings. 
 
"Hose reel on the ground near BJP room number 5B is not functional. Main pumps and a diesel pump are not on auto mode; branch pipes are missing in hose boxes and in some boxes, only one hose is kept instead of two. The main control room fire alarm and detection panel is not functioning properly and all exit and gates must be kept clear," DFS had said. 
 
The DFS had also directed that all counter fire measures that are installed in the Parliament be kept in working condition during the sessions.

Earlier today, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/anaj-mandi-building-had-no-safety-clearance-or-equipment-delhi-fire-services-266950">a fire at a factory in Anaj Mandi</a> in Delhi killed 43 people and injured many more.

(With inputs from ANI)

State structures including the Parliament House Annexe, Vayu Bhawan, Sena Bhawan, and ministry offices in Lutyens' Delhi rank badly in terms of fire safety. Inspections undertaken by the Delhi Fire Service (DSF) found that these buildings of high importance do not have enough measures in place to avoid loss of life and property in the case of a fire.

State structures including the Parliament House Annexe, Vayu Bhawan, Sena Bhawan, and ministry offices in Lutyens' Delhi rank badly in terms of fire safety. Inspections undertaken by the Delhi Fire Service (DSF) found that these buildings of high importance do not have enough measures in place to avoid loss of life and property in the case of a fire. According to the DFS list, 100 such buildings in Lutyens' Delhi alone fail to adhere to fire safety parameters. DFS chief Atul Garg said that these buildings do not require any 'No Objection Certificate' (NoC) as these are quite old. "As per the inspections, we have found shortcomings and have suggested a few changes, which should be done," Garg said. According to the former DFS Chief RC Sharma, these buildings are incapable of fulfilling the modern-day requirements. "These buildings are old and have been built long back. They may not have the required facility, which has been introduced like compartmentation and putting a door on a staircase. It may not be possible to install doors at the staircase. That is why these buildings feature in the list of structures with shortcomings," said Sharma. According to a letter sent to the Parliament House Annexe after an inspection last year, the DFS noticed multiple shortcomings. "Hose reel on the ground near BJP room number 5B is not functional. Main pumps and a diesel pump are not on auto mode; branch pipes are missing in hose boxes and in some boxes, only one hose is kept instead of two. The main control room fire alarm and detection panel is not functioning properly and all exit and gates must be kept clear," DFS had said. The DFS had also directed that all counter fire measures that are installed in the Parliament be kept in working condition during the sessions. Earlier today, a fire at a factory in Anaj Mandi in Delhi killed 43 people and injured many more. (With inputs from ANI)

Parliament House among 100 buildings in Lutyens' Delhi with inadequate fire countermeasures

The contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) will be introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Lok Sabha on Monday.

The Citizenship Amendment Bill was passed by the Lower House of the Parliament earlier this year but lapsed with the term of the previous Lok Sabha.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday issued a three-line whip to its members in Lok Sabha asking them to be present in the House from December 9 till 12.

On the other hand, the Congress parliamentary strategy group is slated to meet at the residence of party chief Sonia Gandhi today to deliberate the party's stance on the Citizenship Amendment Bill.

If passed by Parliament, it will amend the Citizenship Act of 1955 introducing exceptional provisions for acquiring citizenship for non-Muslim immigrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan.&nbsp; 
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The contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) will be introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Lok Sabha on Monday. The Citizenship Amendment Bill was passed by the Lower House of the Parliament earlier this year but lapsed with the term of the previous Lok Sabha.

The contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) will be introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Lok Sabha on Monday. The Citizenship Amendment Bill was passed by the Lower House of the Parliament earlier this year but lapsed with the term of the previous Lok Sabha. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday issued a three-line whip to its members in Lok Sabha asking them to be present in the House from December 9 till 12. On the other hand, the Congress parliamentary strategy group is slated to meet at the residence of party chief Sonia Gandhi today to deliberate the party's stance on the Citizenship Amendment Bill. If passed by Parliament, it will amend the Citizenship Act of 1955 introducing exceptional provisions for acquiring citizenship for non-Muslim immigrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Citizenship Amendment Bill to be introduced in Lok Sabha by Amit Shah on Monday

43 people killed as fire engulfs factory building in Anaj Mandi area in Delhi.

Fire breaks out at a factory in Delhi; 43 people dead

An 8-year-old Licypriya Kangujam from Manipur has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to implement climate change laws in the country and pass them in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament.

"Please save our future. I am with my inspiration @gretathunberg to give more pressure to you and the world leaders. You can't underestimate us. Please pass the Climate Change law in the ongoing winter parliament session," reads Kangujam's Tweet dated December 6.

For long, the young activist has been holding talks, organising awareness campaigns, rallies and has helped victims of natural calamities.

She recently met Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg in an climate change event in Madrid in Spain. In June this year, she stood near Parliament premises to draw Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attention towards climate change.

"I urge him and all MPs to act on climate change now and save our future. The sea levels are increasing and the Earth is becoming hotter. They should act now," she had told ANI.

She has voiced concerns across several international platforms, urging the world leaders to act on the issue of climate change and to reduce natural disasters. She has also been recognised for her work and was awarded the 2019 World Children Peace Prize Laureate.

Kangujam is also the founder of 'The Child Movement', a voluntary movement by the children to raise their voices on global issues. Prime Minister Modi has also voiced his concerns about climate change.

In September this year, while addressing the United Nations Climate Action summit 2019, Modi also said that India has come to the United Nations to present a practical approach and roadmap on the issue.

"Need and not greed is our guiding principle. India is here today to not only talk about the seriousness of this issue but to present a practical approach and a roadmap. We believe that an ounce of practice is worth more than a ton of teaching," Modi had said.&nbsp; 
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An 8-year-old Licypriya Kangujam from Manipur has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to implement climate change laws in the country and pass them in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament.

An 8-year-old Licypriya Kangujam from Manipur has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to implement climate change laws in the country and pass them in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament. "Please save our future. I am with my inspiration @gretathunberg to give more pressure to you and the world leaders. You can't underestimate us. Please pass the Climate Change law in the ongoing winter parliament session," reads Kangujam's Tweet dated December 6. For long, the young activist has been holding talks, organising awareness campaigns, rallies and has helped victims of natural calamities. She recently met Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg in an climate change event in Madrid in Spain. In June this year, she stood near Parliament premises to draw Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attention towards climate change. "I urge him and all MPs to act on climate change now and save our future. The sea levels are increasing and the Earth is becoming hotter. They should act now," she had told ANI. She has voiced concerns across several international platforms, urging the world leaders to act on the issue of climate change and to reduce natural disasters. She has also been recognised for her work and was awarded the 2019 World Children Peace Prize Laureate. Kangujam is also the founder of 'The Child Movement', a voluntary movement by the children to raise their voices on global issues. Prime Minister Modi has also voiced his concerns about climate change. In September this year, while addressing the United Nations Climate Action summit 2019, Modi also said that India has come to the United Nations to present a practical approach and roadmap on the issue. "Need and not greed is our guiding principle. India is here today to not only talk about the seriousness of this issue but to present a practical approach and a roadmap. We believe that an ounce of practice is worth more than a ton of teaching," Modi had said.

8-year-old Licypriya Kangujam urges PM to implement climate change laws

The Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to renew the reservation provided to the marginalised communities like Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Parliament and state legislatures.

Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad will introduce the Constitution (126th Amendment Bill) 2019, in the Lok Sabha on Monday, that provides to further amend Article 334 of the Constitution which proposes to extend the reservation for these marginalised sections for another ten years.

Interestingly, the proposed amendment does away with the reservation provided to the Anglo Indian community in the Lok Sabha and state legislatures.

"Although SCs and STs have made considerable progress in the last 70 years, the reasons which weighed with the constituent assembly in making provisions with regard to the aforesaid reservation of seats have not yet ceased to exist.

Therefore, with a view to retaining the inclusive character as envisioned by the founding fathers of the Constitution, it is proposed to continue the reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes for another 10 years, that is up to 25 January 2030," the proposed Bill states.

The move was set in motion after a meeting of the BJP`s top brass, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister and party chief Amit Shah, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, Leader of House in Rajya Sabha and Social Justice Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot, in Parliament on December 3.

The need for bringing in the Bill was felt as the current reservation provision ends on January 26, 2020, and the government wants to get the approval of Parliament ahead of the deadline.

The move by the Narendra Modi government is significant as the BJP is often portrayed as being anti-reservation. Sources stated that this step is expected to send across a message that the Narendra Modi government is with the marginalised sections of the society.&nbsp;

 
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The Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to renew the reservation provided to the marginalised communities like Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Parliament and state legislatures.

The Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to renew the reservation provided to the marginalised communities like Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Parliament and state legislatures. Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad will introduce the Constitution (126th Amendment Bill) 2019, in the Lok Sabha on Monday, that provides to further amend Article 334 of the Constitution which proposes to extend the reservation for these marginalised sections for another ten years. Interestingly, the proposed amendment does away with the reservation provided to the Anglo Indian community in the Lok Sabha and state legislatures. "Although SCs and STs have made considerable progress in the last 70 years, the reasons which weighed with the constituent assembly in making provisions with regard to the aforesaid reservation of seats have not yet ceased to exist. Therefore, with a view to retaining the inclusive character as envisioned by the founding fathers of the Constitution, it is proposed to continue the reservation of seats for the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes for another 10 years, that is up to 25 January 2030," the proposed Bill states. The move was set in motion after a meeting of the BJP`s top brass, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister and party chief Amit Shah, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, Leader of House in Rajya Sabha and Social Justice Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot, in Parliament on December 3. The need for bringing in the Bill was felt as the current reservation provision ends on January 26, 2020, and the government wants to get the approval of Parliament ahead of the deadline. The move by the Narendra Modi government is significant as the BJP is often portrayed as being anti-reservation. Sources stated that this step is expected to send across a message that the Narendra Modi government is with the marginalised sections of the society.

Government to introduce Bill to extend reservation for SC/ST in Lok Sabha on Monday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said while <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/high-drama-at-saarc-meet-as-pakistans-foreign-minister-qureshi-boycotts-jaishankars-statement-252290">SAARC </a>has made progress, greater collaboration needed to act against the scourge of terrorism.

In a message on the 35th SAARC charter day, PM Modi said, "SAARC has made progress but more needs to be done. Our efforts for greater collaboration have repeatedly been challenged with threats and act of terrorism".

Highlighting how terrorism "impedes our shared objective of realizing the full potential of SAARC", PM Modi said, "it is critical that all countries in the region take effective steps to defeat the scourge of terrorism" and the "forces that support it" which will "generate greater trust and confidence to build a stronger SAARC".

The prime minister in the letter said the organisation was set up&nbsp;"to build a connected and integrated South Asia" and aims to promote "development and progress of all countries in the region" and New Delhi will continue to "support various initiatives to achieve closer cooperation in diverse areas"&nbsp;

The 19th SAARC summit was to happen in Islamabad in 2016 but it was boycotted by India along with --Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan after the Uri terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. 
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Founded in Dhaka, SAARC, even though comprises just 3 per cent&nbsp;of the world area, it includes 21 per cent&nbsp;of the world population.

After 2016, New Delhi is focusing more on the BIMSTEC grouping as part of its "Act&nbsp;East"&nbsp;policy and had invited the leaders of the grouping during the swearing-in ceremony of PM Modi for his second term.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said while SAARC has made progress, greater collaboration needed to act against the scourge of terrorism. In a message on the 35th SAARC charter day, PM Modi said, "SAARC has made progress but more needs to be done.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said while SAARC has made progress, greater collaboration needed to act against the scourge of terrorism. In a message on the 35th SAARC charter day, PM Modi said, "SAARC has made progress but more needs to be done. Our efforts for greater collaboration have repeatedly been challenged with threats and act of terrorism". Highlighting how terrorism "impedes our shared objective of realizing the full potential of SAARC", PM Modi said, "it is critical that all countries in the region take effective steps to defeat the scourge of terrorism" and the "forces that support it" which will "generate greater trust and confidence to build a stronger SAARC". The prime minister in the letter said the organisation was set up "to build a connected and integrated South Asia" and aims to promote "development and progress of all countries in the region" and New Delhi will continue to "support various initiatives to achieve closer cooperation in diverse areas" The 19th SAARC summit was to happen in Islamabad in 2016 but it was boycotted by India along with --Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan after the Uri terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Founded in Dhaka, SAARC, even though comprises just 3 per cent of the world area, it includes 21 per cent of the world population. After 2016, New Delhi is focusing more on the BIMSTEC grouping as part of its "Act East" policy and had invited the leaders of the grouping during the swearing-in ceremony of PM Modi for his second term.

SAARC needs greater collaboration to act against terrorism: PM Narendra Modi

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/magisterial-probe-ordered-into-anaj-mandi-fire-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-266943">massive fire today morning</a>, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises.

"The building did not have fire clearance from DFS and no fire safety equipment were found installed in the premises," DFS chief Atul Garg confirmed.

The fire claimed the lives of 43 people.

According to the Delhi Police, the owner of the factory cannot be traced and an FIR has been launched against him.

"Rehan, the owner of the building against whom a case has been registered under section 304 (Punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code, is currently absconding," Delhi Police DCP North Monika Bhardwaj told the media.

Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa said that the case has been referred to the crime branch.&nbsp;

62 people were rescued from the factory that had caught fire in the early hours of Sunday.&nbsp;

"The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," CM Kejriwal added.

Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations.

As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/32-killed-in-a-major-fire-in-anaj-mandi-area-of-delhi-266886">the fire is completely dormant</a> with people left inside.

(With inputs from ANI)

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a massive fire today morning, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises.

The building in Anaj Mandi, which got engulfed in a massive fire today morning, had no fire clearance from the Delhi Fire Service (DFS) and no fire safety equipment were found in the premises. "The building did not have fire clearance from DFS and no fire safety equipment were found installed in the premises," DFS chief Atul Garg confirmed. The fire claimed the lives of 43 people. According to the Delhi Police, the owner of the factory cannot be traced and an FIR has been launched against him. "Rehan, the owner of the building against whom a case has been registered under section 304 (Punishment for culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code, is currently absconding," Delhi Police DCP North Monika Bhardwaj told the media. Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa said that the case has been referred to the crime branch. 62 people were rescued from the factory that had caught fire in the early hours of Sunday. "The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," CM Kejriwal added. Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations. As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside. (With inputs from ANI)

Anaj Mandi building had no safety clearance or equipment: Delhi Fire Services

The last rites of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-demands-of-unnao-rape-victims-family-accepted-lucknow-commissioner-266937">Unnao rape victim</a> were conducted by her family amidst heavy security on Sunday, after receiving assurance from the administration that all their demands will be met. 
 
The last rites were performed on a piece of land belonging to the victim's family. 
 
Cabinet ministers in the Uttar Pradesh government Swami Prasad Maurya and Kamal Rani Varun also arrived in Unnao to meet the bereaved family and attend the last rites of the deceased. 
 
"We are committed to punishing the culprits and we, including the Chief Minister, are standing in solidarity with the bereaved family. We will do anything to punish the culprits, a fast track court has been set up to nail them," Maurya told reporters here. 
 
The minister also urged the Opposition parties to stop politicising the matter of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/unnao-rape-case-government-gives-rs-25-lakh-compensation-to-victims-family-trial-in-fast-track-court-266837">death of the Unnao rape victim</a>. 
 
Earlier, the Uttar Pradesh administration had said that all the demands of the victim's family have been accepted. 
 
Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Mukesh Meshram said that they held talks with the victim's family and assured them of all possible help and assistance. 
 
"Whatever their demands,&nbsp;that case should be put to trial in fast track court so that culprits are given strictest punishment on time...apart from that, the family of the deceased victim is poor, and their resources are very limited. We would provide them facilities which can be sanctioned by the government," Meshram said while speaking to reporters here. 
 
The administration had also assured of giving round the clock protection to the victim's sister and issuance of an arms license to her brother based on their demands and apart from this the family's demand to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had also been accepted. 
 
Along with these, Meshram, during the course of his meeting with the victim's family, had also assured two houses under Prime Minister Awas Yojna to them. 
 
After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, the victim, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/with-86-rape-cases-in-unnao-up-justice-minister-vows-not-to-spare-culprits-266778">who was set ablaze</a> while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning, died at 11:40 pm on Friday. 
 
The 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC Government Hospital to Delhi for treatment at Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday. 
 
According to the police, the five accused had allegedly thrown kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of the case she had filed in March.

The last rites of the Unnao rape victim were conducted by her family amidst heavy security on Sunday, after receiving assurance from the administration that all their demands will be met.

The last rites of the Unnao rape victim were conducted by her family amidst heavy security on Sunday, after receiving assurance from the administration that all their demands will be met. The last rites were performed on a piece of land belonging to the victim's family. Cabinet ministers in the Uttar Pradesh government Swami Prasad Maurya and Kamal Rani Varun also arrived in Unnao to meet the bereaved family and attend the last rites of the deceased. "We are committed to punishing the culprits and we, including the Chief Minister, are standing in solidarity with the bereaved family. We will do anything to punish the culprits, a fast track court has been set up to nail them," Maurya told reporters here. The minister also urged the Opposition parties to stop politicising the matter of the death of the Unnao rape victim. Earlier, the Uttar Pradesh administration had said that all the demands of the victim's family have been accepted. Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Mukesh Meshram said that they held talks with the victim's family and assured them of all possible help and assistance. "Whatever their demands, that case should be put to trial in fast track court so that culprits are given strictest punishment on time...apart from that, the family of the deceased victim is poor, and their resources are very limited. We would provide them facilities which can be sanctioned by the government," Meshram said while speaking to reporters here. The administration had also assured of giving round the clock protection to the victim's sister and issuance of an arms license to her brother based on their demands and apart from this the family's demand to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had also been accepted. Along with these, Meshram, during the course of his meeting with the victim's family, had also assured two houses under Prime Minister Awas Yojna to them. After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, the victim, who was set ablaze while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning, died at 11:40 pm on Friday. The 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC Government Hospital to Delhi for treatment at Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday. According to the police, the five accused had allegedly thrown kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of the case she had filed in March.

UP: Last rites of Unnao victim conducted with cabinet ministers in attendance

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/32-killed-in-a-major-fire-in-anaj-mandi-area-of-delhi-266886">Anaj Mandi fire incident</a> today.

Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire. At the same time, 62 people were rescued from the building which caught on fire in the early hours of Sunday.&nbsp; 
 
"There was one person in the hospital who has above 50 per cent burns and eight people are suffering because of inhalation of smoke. Around 43 people have died and up to 16 people are injured in the fire incident. Our entire efforts are directed towards saving all the injured persons in whatever way possible," Kejriwal said after a visit to the LNJP Hospital where victims are undergoing treatment.&nbsp;

While 34 were confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, nine were pronounced dead at Lady Hardinge Hospital

"The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," Kejriwal added.

Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/smoke-inhalation-suffocation-major-reasons-behind-deaths-in-anaj-mandi-fire-lok-nayak-hospital-266916">of a fire</a>. They carried out search and rescue operations.

As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside.

(With inputs from ANI)

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the Anaj Mandi fire incident today. Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire.

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal ordered a magisterial inquiry into the Anaj Mandi fire incident today. Around 43 people have been pronounced dead after the Anaj Mandi fire. At the same time, 62 people were rescued from the building which caught on fire in the early hours of Sunday. "There was one person in the hospital who has above 50 per cent burns and eight people are suffering because of inhalation of smoke. Around 43 people have died and up to 16 people are injured in the fire incident. Our entire efforts are directed towards saving all the injured persons in whatever way possible," Kejriwal said after a visit to the LNJP Hospital where victims are undergoing treatment. While 34 were confirmed dead in Lok Nayak Hospital, nine were pronounced dead at Lady Hardinge Hospital "The government has ordered a magisterial inquiry and compensation of Rs 10 lakh has been announced for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for the injured," Kejriwal added. Around 15 fire tenders were initially dispatched to the location after reports of a fire. They carried out search and rescue operations. As the fire grew, 10-12 more tenders were sent to the location. As of now, the fire is completely dormant with people left inside. (With inputs from ANI)

Magisterial probe ordered into Anaj Mandi fire: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

A new book featuring the research of scholars from US, Europe, India, among others, have traced the presence of Tamil community in Singapore and other regions of Southeast Asia back to 2,000 years.

Co-published by Indian Heritage Centre and Singaporean-baed think tank Institute of Policy Studies, the book, titled 'Sojourners To Settlers - Tamils In South-east Asia And Singapore' explores the lesser-known aspects of the community's history and heritage, as well as examines the evidence of Tamil connections with the region, The Straits Times points out in a report.

These include the inscriptions on the Singapore Stone, which some experts date back to the 10th century. It was located at the mouth of the Singapore River before the British destroyed it in 1843.

"Our early Tamil pioneers helped to shape the Singapore identity and laid the foundations of contemporary Tamil culture and practice," Singapore's Minister for Communications and Information S Iswaran said at the launch of the book on Saturday at the Asian Civilisations Museum.

The phrase "kesariva", identified in the inscriptions on the Singapore Stone suggest it could part of the word "Parakesarivarman" - a title used by several Chola dynasty kings. This suggests a Tamil presence in the Singapore Strait dating back 1,000 years.

Over its two volumes, the book discusses topics such as ports and maritime routes connecting Indian kingdoms with South-east Asia and the literary similarities between Malay and Tamil.

"Colonial Singapore was a microcosm of India's diverse cultural background and landscape - it's vast, a seemingly endless range of sub-ethnicities and linguistic groups," Iswaran said in his address during the launch.

"Tamil Singaporeans, who constitute a majority of the Indian population in our nation, are a vibrant and diverse community, who continue to play an important role in shaping Singapore's future," he added.

A new book featuring the research of scholars from US, Europe, India, among others, have traced the presence of Tamil community in Singapore and other regions of Southeast Asia back to 2,000 years.

A new book featuring the research of scholars from US, Europe, India, among others, have traced the presence of Tamil community in Singapore and other regions of Southeast Asia back to 2,000 years. Co-published by Indian Heritage Centre and Singaporean-baed think tank Institute of Policy Studies, the book, titled 'Sojourners To Settlers - Tamils In South-east Asia And Singapore' explores the lesser-known aspects of the community's history and heritage, as well as examines the evidence of Tamil connections with the region, The Straits Times points out in a report. These include the inscriptions on the Singapore Stone, which some experts date back to the 10th century. It was located at the mouth of the Singapore River before the British destroyed it in 1843. "Our early Tamil pioneers helped to shape the Singapore identity and laid the foundations of contemporary Tamil culture and practice," Singapore's Minister for Communications and Information S Iswaran said at the launch of the book on Saturday at the Asian Civilisations Museum. The phrase "kesariva", identified in the inscriptions on the Singapore Stone suggest it could part of the word "Parakesarivarman" - a title used by several Chola dynasty kings. This suggests a Tamil presence in the Singapore Strait dating back 1,000 years. Over its two volumes, the book discusses topics such as ports and maritime routes connecting Indian kingdoms with South-east Asia and the literary similarities between Malay and Tamil. "Colonial Singapore was a microcosm of India's diverse cultural background and landscape - it's vast, a seemingly endless range of sub-ethnicities and linguistic groups," Iswaran said in his address during the launch. "Tamil Singaporeans, who constitute a majority of the Indian population in our nation, are a vibrant and diverse community, who continue to play an important role in shaping Singapore's future," he added.

New book traces Tamil community's presence in Southeast Asia 2000 years back

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard.

"I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident. Someone has to take responsibility, it is a tragic incident," Gambhir told ANI.

"Someone is responsible for it and someone should be given punishment for it," he said of the blaze which killed 43 people.

Extending condolences to bereaved families, he said: "All I can say is that my heart goes for the families, who have lost their loved ones in the tragic incident. It is very unfortunate. One shall take permission and no-objection certificate (NOC) to run such factories."

The cricketer-turned-politician recalled fire incident in Karol Bagh that claimed 17 lives and said that we all shall take responsibility that such incidents do not occur again because only poor labourers are the sufferers.

"If you will put it only to the enquiry no one would feel scared," he added.

At least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory operating from a residential area when the blaze broke out in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning, police said. Sixteen people are said to be injured in the treatment and are being treated at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital and Lady Hardinge hospitals.Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours.

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard. "I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident.

BJP lawmaker Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the massive Anaj Mandi fire a tragic incident and said responsibility needs to be fixed in this regard. "I do not wish to indulge in politics but there must be an investigation into the incident. Someone has to take responsibility, it is a tragic incident," Gambhir told ANI. "Someone is responsible for it and someone should be given punishment for it," he said of the blaze which killed 43 people. Extending condolences to bereaved families, he said: "All I can say is that my heart goes for the families, who have lost their loved ones in the tragic incident. It is very unfortunate. One shall take permission and no-objection certificate (NOC) to run such factories." The cricketer-turned-politician recalled fire incident in Karol Bagh that claimed 17 lives and said that we all shall take responsibility that such incidents do not occur again because only poor labourers are the sufferers. "If you will put it only to the enquiry no one would feel scared," he added. At least 43 people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a factory operating from a residential area when the blaze broke out in Anaj Mandi area on Rani Jhansi Road on Sunday morning, police said. Sixteen people are said to be injured in the treatment and are being treated at Delhi's Lok Nayak Hospital and Lady Hardinge hospitals.Around 62 people were taken out by fire tenders from the building that caught fire in the wee hours.

Someone has to take responsibility: Gautam Gambhir on Delhi fire 

The national capital is emerging as a tinderbox as data shows that there has been a constant increase in the number of fire calls received by Delhi Fire Services (DFS).

The data published in 2011 showed that the total fire calls had increased by almost 65 per cent in five years.

According to the data, the DFS had received a total of 18,143 calls in 2011, which increased to 22,581 in 2012.

Similarly, the number of calls received by the DFS increased consistently between 2013 and 2017 and saw a massive jump in the total number of calls received by the department.

In 2016, the DFS received more than 30,000 calls and it crossed the mark of 30,000 calls for the first time, which means the DFS received at least one call of a fire incident in every 20 minutes.

On the other side, the DFS is facing a shortage of 35 per cent staff to deal with fire incidents.

According to an official document, the sanctioned strength for the DFS was around 3,600 till last year but less than 2,000 people were working there.

This year, 500 new recruits have joined the DFS.

However, 800 posts are still lying vacant. Also, the control room of the DFS, which is responsible to receive calls, is facing a massive shortage of staff.

Currently, the DFS has more than 200 fire engines with a capacity of 5,000 litres of storage to cater to a population of almost 2 crore.

According to the information available, cities with 50 per cent less population have more firefighters than the national capital.

London and New York with a population of 89 lakh people have 6,000 firefighters and over 17,000 firefighters, respectively.&nbsp;

The national capital is emerging as a tinderbox as data shows that there has been a constant increase in the number of fire calls received by Delhi Fire Services (DFS).

The national capital is emerging as a tinderbox as data shows that there has been a constant increase in the number of fire calls received by Delhi Fire Services (DFS). The data published in 2011 showed that the total fire calls had increased by almost 65 per cent in five years. According to the data, the DFS had received a total of 18,143 calls in 2011, which increased to 22,581 in 2012. Similarly, the number of calls received by the DFS increased consistently between 2013 and 2017 and saw a massive jump in the total number of calls received by the department. In 2016, the DFS received more than 30,000 calls and it crossed the mark of 30,000 calls for the first time, which means the DFS received at least one call of a fire incident in every 20 minutes. On the other side, the DFS is facing a shortage of 35 per cent staff to deal with fire incidents. According to an official document, the sanctioned strength for the DFS was around 3,600 till last year but less than 2,000 people were working there. This year, 500 new recruits have joined the DFS. However, 800 posts are still lying vacant. Also, the control room of the DFS, which is responsible to receive calls, is facing a massive shortage of staff. Currently, the DFS has more than 200 fire engines with a capacity of 5,000 litres of storage to cater to a population of almost 2 crore. According to the information available, cities with 50 per cent less population have more firefighters than the national capital. London and New York with a population of 89 lakh people have 6,000 firefighters and over 17,000 firefighters, respectively.

Delhi emerging as a tinderbox with poor strength of firefighters

Vice President Venkaiah Nadu on Sunday expressed concern over the growing crimes against women in the country and said that the change of mindset is the need of the hour to curb the menace.

"In Indian tradition, we treat women as our mothers and as sisters but what has happened in recent days in certain parts of the country is really shameful and is a challenge for all of us. The change in the mindset is the need of the hour. Such incidents are bringing a bad name to India. We must never denigrate our country," he said while addressing a function in Pune.

"We should collectively create psychology and a mindset in the society which condemns and denounced such bad practices. Promoting better practices is the need of the hour and which is why I feel that in every educational institute, with education, we should also educate children about our culture. This should be the responsibility of the teachers".

"We must all take an owe to see that this sort of discrimination, this sort of atrocity are stopped. We should not look at it from the angle of religion and also from the angle of the region. We should not look it from the political prism. The moment you look it from the political prism, the cause is lost."

"Bringing new laws are not the solution, however, I am not against bringing any new law or the new Bill. We brought the Bill on Nirbhaya what happened? Is the problem solved? So, I always feel that what is required is not a Bill rather a political and administrative skill to kill the social evils of the society," he added.&nbsp;

Vice President Venkaiah Nadu on Sunday expressed concern over the growing crimes against women in the country and said that the change of mindset is the need of the hour to curb the menace.

Vice President Venkaiah Nadu on Sunday expressed concern over the growing crimes against women in the country and said that the change of mindset is the need of the hour to curb the menace. "In Indian tradition, we treat women as our mothers and as sisters but what has happened in recent days in certain parts of the country is really shameful and is a challenge for all of us. The change in the mindset is the need of the hour. Such incidents are bringing a bad name to India. We must never denigrate our country," he said while addressing a function in Pune. "We should collectively create psychology and a mindset in the society which condemns and denounced such bad practices. Promoting better practices is the need of the hour and which is why I feel that in every educational institute, with education, we should also educate children about our culture. This should be the responsibility of the teachers". "We must all take an owe to see that this sort of discrimination, this sort of atrocity are stopped. We should not look at it from the angle of religion and also from the angle of the region. We should not look it from the political prism. The moment you look it from the political prism, the cause is lost." "Bringing new laws are not the solution, however, I am not against bringing any new law or the new Bill. We brought the Bill on Nirbhaya what happened? Is the problem solved? So, I always feel that what is required is not a Bill rather a political and administrative skill to kill the social evils of the society," he added.

VP Venkaiah Naidu calls for a mindset change to end crime against women

The Uttar Pradesh administration on Sunday said that all the demands of Unnao rape victim's family have been accepted.

Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Mukesh Meshram said that they held talks with the victim's family and assured them of all possible help and assistance.

"Whatever their demands -- that case should be put to trial in fast track court so that culprits are given strictest punishment on time...apart from that, the family of the deceased victim is poor, and their resources are very limited. We would provide them facilities which can be sanctioned by the government," Meshram said while speaking to reporters here.

Meanwhile, the mortal remains of the Unnao rape victim are being taken for the last rites by the family today.

The officer also informed that arrangement for the 24-hours security for the sister of the victim and as demanded by the victim's brother, a license will be provided to him as per arms act.

"The sister (of the deceased) had raised questions about her security since she believes she has a lot of evidence...so we said we will make arrangement for 24 hours security and it will be provided to her from right now," he said.

He also said that a job will be provided to the victim's sister and apart from this, "two houses will be provided to them under the Prime Minister Awas Yojana since it is a big family," he said.

Regarding the family's demand to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Meshram said the family wants to convey their feelings to him and appropriate arrangements will be made for the same.

After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung hospital, the victim, who was set ablaze while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning, died at 11:40 pm on Friday.

The 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC Government Hospital to Delhi for treatment at Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday.

According to the police, the five accused had allegedly thrown kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of the case she had filed in March.&nbsp;

The Uttar Pradesh administration on Sunday said that all the demands of Unnao rape victim's family have been accepted. Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Mukesh Meshram said that they held talks with the victim's family and assured them of all possible help and assistance.

The Uttar Pradesh administration on Sunday said that all the demands of Unnao rape victim's family have been accepted. Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Mukesh Meshram said that they held talks with the victim's family and assured them of all possible help and assistance. "Whatever their demands -- that case should be put to trial in fast track court so that culprits are given strictest punishment on time...apart from that, the family of the deceased victim is poor, and their resources are very limited. We would provide them facilities which can be sanctioned by the government," Meshram said while speaking to reporters here. Meanwhile, the mortal remains of the Unnao rape victim are being taken for the last rites by the family today. The officer also informed that arrangement for the 24-hours security for the sister of the victim and as demanded by the victim's brother, a license will be provided to him as per arms act. "The sister (of the deceased) had raised questions about her security since she believes she has a lot of evidence...so we said we will make arrangement for 24 hours security and it will be provided to her from right now," he said. He also said that a job will be provided to the victim's sister and apart from this, "two houses will be provided to them under the Prime Minister Awas Yojana since it is a big family," he said. Regarding the family's demand to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Meshram said the family wants to convey their feelings to him and appropriate arrangements will be made for the same. After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung hospital, the victim, who was set ablaze while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning, died at 11:40 pm on Friday. The 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC Government Hospital to Delhi for treatment at Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday. According to the police, the five accused had allegedly thrown kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of the case she had filed in March.

All demands of Unnao rape victim's family accepted: Lucknow Commissioner

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that Pakistan has made terrorism it's 'state policy'&nbsp;and is not 'mending its ways'.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the 142nd passing out parade of Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun today.

While addressing the passing out cadets here, Singh said, "Pakistan has made terrorism its state policy. They have fought four wars and lost all of them but they are a strange neighbour and not mending its ways. So, you (cadets who are passing out) have to prepare yourself to face terrorism."

"When you were walking in front of my eyes with your measured and padded steps, I was seeing a picture of a safe and golden India in you. Your ability to walk step by step and shoulder to shoulder helps in achieving any major goal. This ability makes our army and armed forces strong," he added.

Defence Minister further added that the Central government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy against terrorism, which has given positive results.

"The entire world knows that if the mastermind of 9/11 and terrorist organisation Al Qaeda was found somewhere, it was found in Pakistan. The whole world also knows that the people of Lashkar-e-Toiba, who carried out 26/11 attacks, are sitting there in Pakistan," said Singh.

"Despite this, there is a need to be vigilant always about the threat of terrorism because in Pakistan, along with the terrorism state policy, there exist non-state actors who are extremely powerful that their role in Pakistan`s theatre is nothing more than that of puppets," he added.

Singh asserted that the people who died in 26/11 Mumbai attack and their families will get justice on the day when the people who carried out the attack, will be brought to an end.

"The 166 people who died in 26/11 attack and their families will get justice on the day when those who carried out the attack will be brought to their final conclusion," said Singh.

The Defence Minister also stated that the government has perceptional differences with China regarding the border as the clear demarcation of the border has been pending for a long time now.

Therefore, the Indian Army will always have to act with valour as well as discretion on the Northern Front and North-Eastern Front.

"The Indian Army has proved this many time in the last few years, when required it worked with discretion and did confrontation avoidance and when a different situation was created in Doklam, the Army showed strong will power," said Singh.

Singh on Friday arrived at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The passing out parade is being held on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that Pakistan has made terrorism it's 'state policy' and is not 'mending its ways'. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the 142nd passing out parade of Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun today.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that Pakistan has made terrorism it's 'state policy' and is not 'mending its ways'. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the 142nd passing out parade of Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun today. While addressing the passing out cadets here, Singh said, "Pakistan has made terrorism its state policy. They have fought four wars and lost all of them but they are a strange neighbour and not mending its ways. So, you (cadets who are passing out) have to prepare yourself to face terrorism." "When you were walking in front of my eyes with your measured and padded steps, I was seeing a picture of a safe and golden India in you. Your ability to walk step by step and shoulder to shoulder helps in achieving any major goal. This ability makes our army and armed forces strong," he added. Defence Minister further added that the Central government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy against terrorism, which has given positive results. "The entire world knows that if the mastermind of 9/11 and terrorist organisation Al Qaeda was found somewhere, it was found in Pakistan. The whole world also knows that the people of Lashkar-e-Toiba, who carried out 26/11 attacks, are sitting there in Pakistan," said Singh. "Despite this, there is a need to be vigilant always about the threat of terrorism because in Pakistan, along with the terrorism state policy, there exist non-state actors who are extremely powerful that their role in Pakistan`s theatre is nothing more than that of puppets," he added. Singh asserted that the people who died in 26/11 Mumbai attack and their families will get justice on the day when the people who carried out the attack, will be brought to an end. "The 166 people who died in 26/11 attack and their families will get justice on the day when those who carried out the attack will be brought to their final conclusion," said Singh. The Defence Minister also stated that the government has perceptional differences with China regarding the border as the clear demarcation of the border has been pending for a long time now. Therefore, the Indian Army will always have to act with valour as well as discretion on the Northern Front and North-Eastern Front. "The Indian Army has proved this many time in the last few years, when required it worked with discretion and did confrontation avoidance and when a different situation was created in Doklam, the Army showed strong will power," said Singh. Singh on Friday arrived at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The passing out parade is being held on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day.

Pak has made terrorism it's state policy and is not mending its ways: Rajnath Singh

India on Friday underscored the need for making the selection of United Nations peacekeepers more stringent and suggested a series of measures in this regard to make the process more effective.

Speaking at a high-level event which deliberated on improving peacekeeping performance, India's Permanent Representative to U.N., Syed Akbaruddin, said that while India believes that broad participation in peacekeeping is important to enhance global solidarity, "there can be no substitute for the professional competence of those engaged in all aspects of this global enterprise."

In his address, Akbaruddin highlighted the need for minimum operational standards as a benchmark that all contingents should meet when deployed.

"The guidelines require that the Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System (PCRS) should be the sole mechanism for the selection of a military or police unit for deployment. The four distinct levels (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Rapid Deployment Level (RDL)) are meant to indicate a natural progression of readiness for deployment. Diversity in terms of deployment needs is understandable, and some variations are inevitable," Akbaruddin said.

"However, choices and selections need to be made from within the same spectrum of options. Those not part of the PCRS is best avoided. Similarly, preference of units from Level 1 of the PCRS for deployment, when units at Level 3 and RDL are available, undermines due diligence of the states involved in updating their contributions to higher levels," he added.

India was one of the sponsors at the event along with the US, Portugal, Senegal, Uruguay and Vietnam.&nbsp;

India on Friday underscored the need for making the selection of United Nations peacekeepers more stringent and suggested a series of measures in this regard to make the process more effective.

India on Friday underscored the need for making the selection of United Nations peacekeepers more stringent and suggested a series of measures in this regard to make the process more effective. Speaking at a high-level event which deliberated on improving peacekeeping performance, India's Permanent Representative to U.N., Syed Akbaruddin, said that while India believes that broad participation in peacekeeping is important to enhance global solidarity, "there can be no substitute for the professional competence of those engaged in all aspects of this global enterprise." In his address, Akbaruddin highlighted the need for minimum operational standards as a benchmark that all contingents should meet when deployed. "The guidelines require that the Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System (PCRS) should be the sole mechanism for the selection of a military or police unit for deployment. The four distinct levels (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Rapid Deployment Level (RDL)) are meant to indicate a natural progression of readiness for deployment. Diversity in terms of deployment needs is understandable, and some variations are inevitable," Akbaruddin said. "However, choices and selections need to be made from within the same spectrum of options. Those not part of the PCRS is best avoided. Similarly, preference of units from Level 1 of the PCRS for deployment, when units at Level 3 and RDL are available, undermines due diligence of the states involved in updating their contributions to higher levels," he added. India was one of the sponsors at the event along with the US, Portugal, Senegal, Uruguay and Vietnam.

No substitute for professional competence: India calls for making U.N. peacekeepers' selection more stringent

Over 13 per cent of voters cast their ballot till 9 am on Saturday in the second phase of Jharkhand Assembly polls covering 20 constituencies, including Jamshedpur East and West.

"13.03 per cent voting recorded till 9 am in the second phase of polling in Jharkhand," the Election Commission official's website data said.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters to make the festival of democracy successful by coming out to vote in maximum numbers.

In this phase of the election, over 48 lakh voters will be exercising their democratic franchise.

Jharkhand's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Vinay Kumar Choubey, has informed that 6,066 polling booths have been set up to facilitate voting.

The key leaders who are contesting in this phase of polling include Chief Minister Raghubar Das from Jamshedpur (East) seat, state Assembly speaker Dinesh Oraon and BJP state unit chief Laxman Guila.

Due to security reasons, polling at 18 constituencies, barring Jamshedpur East and Jamshedpur West, will be held between 7 am and 3 pm.

In the other two Assembly seats, the voters can cast their votes till 5 pm.

Other constituencies where polling is underway are Khunti, Mandar, Sisai, Majhgaon, Manoharpur, Saraikela, Chaibasa, Baharagora, Ghatsila, Potka, Simdega, Kolebira, Kharsawaan, Tamar, Jagannathpur and Torpa.

Six of these Assembly constituencies witnessing polling are located in East Singhbum district where the district administration and senior police officers have taken all preventive measures to conduct the poll in a peaceful and fair manner.

The first phase of election in the state had concluded on November 30.

Voting for the third phase will be conducted on December 12 after which there will be two more phases and the results will be declared on December 23.&nbsp;

Over 13 per cent of voters cast their ballot till 9 am on Saturday in the second phase of Jharkhand Assembly polls covering 20 constituencies, including Jamshedpur East and West.

Over 13 per cent of voters cast their ballot till 9 am on Saturday in the second phase of Jharkhand Assembly polls covering 20 constituencies, including Jamshedpur East and West. "13.03 per cent voting recorded till 9 am in the second phase of polling in Jharkhand," the Election Commission official's website data said. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters to make the festival of democracy successful by coming out to vote in maximum numbers. In this phase of the election, over 48 lakh voters will be exercising their democratic franchise. Jharkhand's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Vinay Kumar Choubey, has informed that 6,066 polling booths have been set up to facilitate voting. The key leaders who are contesting in this phase of polling include Chief Minister Raghubar Das from Jamshedpur (East) seat, state Assembly speaker Dinesh Oraon and BJP state unit chief Laxman Guila. Due to security reasons, polling at 18 constituencies, barring Jamshedpur East and Jamshedpur West, will be held between 7 am and 3 pm. In the other two Assembly seats, the voters can cast their votes till 5 pm. Other constituencies where polling is underway are Khunti, Mandar, Sisai, Majhgaon, Manoharpur, Saraikela, Chaibasa, Baharagora, Ghatsila, Potka, Simdega, Kolebira, Kharsawaan, Tamar, Jagannathpur and Torpa. Six of these Assembly constituencies witnessing polling are located in East Singhbum district where the district administration and senior police officers have taken all preventive measures to conduct the poll in a peaceful and fair manner. The first phase of election in the state had concluded on November 30. Voting for the third phase will be conducted on December 12 after which there will be two more phases and the results will be declared on December 23.

Jharkhand polls: Over 13% polling recorded till 9 am

A petition, seeking investigation against the police personnel who were involved in the encounter of four accused in the gang-rape and murder of a veterinarian in Telangana was filed in Supreme Court on Saturday.

The petition, filed by&nbsp;Advocates GS Mani and Pradeep Kumar Yadav, also sought registration of&nbsp;FIR against the personnel involved in the encounter.

The petitioners claim that&nbsp;top court's 2014 guidelines were not followed in the case.

On Friday, all the four men who were accused of raping and killing a 27-year-old veterinarian in Hyderabad were killed&nbsp;during an encounter with Telangana police. The reports said that they were trying to escape while being taken to the crime spot during which the accused were shot dead.

On November 27,&nbsp;the lady doctor of Hyderabad was brutally gang-raped and killed by four people before they burnt her body in Shamshabad area.

The burnt body of the 26-year-old veterinary doctor was found on November 28 under a culvert on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru national highway.&nbsp;

The encounter received mixed reactions from leaders, members of the women rights groups and human rights organisations, with some justifying police action, while others claiming extra-judicial killings are not acceptable.&nbsp;

Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan called the encounter "long due", adding "better late than never".

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said that the encounter should not be "condemned" until details emerge, but said that "extrajudicial killings are not acceptable in a society of laws".

National Commission for Women (NCW) chief Rekha Sharma said that it is good that the perpetrators are dead, but said that the justice should have been done through legal channels.&nbsp;

Meanwhile,&nbsp;&nbsp;a&nbsp;team of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) arrived in Telangana earlier this morning to&nbsp;visit the encounter site.&nbsp;

The NHRC team will first visit the encounter site at Chatanpally village to conduct an inquiry where the encounter took place&nbsp;and then go to Mahbubnagar Government hospital where the bodies of the four accused are kept.

(With inputs from agencies)

A petition, seeking investigation against the police personnel who were involved in the encounter of four accused in the gang-rape and murder of a veterinarian in Telangana was filed in Supreme Court on Saturday.

A petition, seeking investigation against the police personnel who were involved in the encounter of four accused in the gang-rape and murder of a veterinarian in Telangana was filed in Supreme Court on Saturday. The petition, filed by Advocates GS Mani and Pradeep Kumar Yadav, also sought registration of FIR against the personnel involved in the encounter. The petitioners claim that top court's 2014 guidelines were not followed in the case. On Friday, all the four men who were accused of raping and killing a 27-year-old veterinarian in Hyderabad were killed during an encounter with Telangana police. The reports said that they were trying to escape while being taken to the crime spot during which the accused were shot dead. On November 27, the lady doctor of Hyderabad was brutally gang-raped and killed by four people before they burnt her body in Shamshabad area. The burnt body of the 26-year-old veterinary doctor was found on November 28 under a culvert on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru national highway. The encounter received mixed reactions from leaders, members of the women rights groups and human rights organisations, with some justifying police action, while others claiming extra-judicial killings are not acceptable. Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan called the encounter "long due", adding "better late than never". Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said that the encounter should not be "condemned" until details emerge, but said that "extrajudicial killings are not acceptable in a society of laws". National Commission for Women (NCW) chief Rekha Sharma said that it is good that the perpetrators are dead, but said that the justice should have been done through legal channels. Meanwhile, a team of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) arrived in Telangana earlier this morning to visit the encounter site. The NHRC team will first visit the encounter site at Chatanpally village to conduct an inquiry where the encounter took place and then go to Mahbubnagar Government hospital where the bodies of the four accused are kept. (With inputs from agencies)

Telangana encounter: Petition filed in Supreme Court seeking action against cops

After a report surfaced that 86 rape cases have been reported in Unnao from January to November this year, Uttar Pradesh Justice Minister Brajesh Pathak assured that a strict action will be taken against those found guilty and urged people not to politicise the issue.

While speaking to ANI in Lucknow, Pathak said, "These cases should not be politicised. We will not spare the culprits, however powerful they may be. We will take the strictest action."

According to reports, 185 cases of sexual harassment of women have also been reported from this district during the same period.

He also expressed grief over the death of the Unnao rape victim and said, "It is saddening that the victim is no more with us today. We will appeal to the concerned court today to take this case to a fast track court. We will also appeal to hear the case on a day to day basis."

After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung hospital, the Unnao Rape victim who was set ablaze while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning died at 11:40 pm on Friday.

On Thursday, the 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC government hospital to Safdarjung Hospital.

According to the police, five miscreants allegedly threw kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of a rape case she had filed in March. 
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After a report surfaced that 86 rape cases have been reported in Unnao from January to November this year, Uttar Pradesh Justice Minister Brajesh Pathak assured that a strict action will be taken against those found guilty and urged people not to politicise the issue.

After a report surfaced that 86 rape cases have been reported in Unnao from January to November this year, Uttar Pradesh Justice Minister Brajesh Pathak assured that a strict action will be taken against those found guilty and urged people not to politicise the issue. While speaking to ANI in Lucknow, Pathak said, "These cases should not be politicised. We will not spare the culprits, however powerful they may be. We will take the strictest action." According to reports, 185 cases of sexual harassment of women have also been reported from this district during the same period. He also expressed grief over the death of the Unnao rape victim and said, "It is saddening that the victim is no more with us today. We will appeal to the concerned court today to take this case to a fast track court. We will also appeal to hear the case on a day to day basis." After battling for life at Delhi's Safdarjung hospital, the Unnao Rape victim who was set ablaze while on her way to a court hearing on Thursday morning died at 11:40 pm on Friday. On Thursday, the 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC government hospital to Safdarjung Hospital. According to the police, five miscreants allegedly threw kerosene on the woman and set her ablaze when she was on her way to a local court for the hearing of a rape case she had filed in March.

With 86 rape cases in Unnao, UP Justice Minister vows not to spare culprits

An instance of firing has been reported in Sirsa block of Gumla district during the second phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand on Saturday.

The vehicle of a block development officer was also targeted during the firing.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) was deployed at booth no. 36, Bagni where the incident took place.

More details in this regard are awaited.

In the second phase of the five-phased elections being held in Jharkhand, voting is being conducted at 20 constituencies including Jamshedpur East and Jamshedpur West.

In this phase of the elections, over 48 lakh voters will be exercising their franchise.

The first phase concluded on November 30.

Voting for the third, fourth and fifth phases will be held respectively on 12, 16 and 20 December.

The results will be declared on December 23.

An instance of firing has been reported in Sirsa block of Gumla district during the second phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand on Saturday. The vehicle of a block development officer was also targeted during the firing.

An instance of firing has been reported in Sirsa block of Gumla district during the second phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand on Saturday. The vehicle of a block development officer was also targeted during the firing. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) was deployed at booth no. 36, Bagni where the incident took place. More details in this regard are awaited. In the second phase of the five-phased elections being held in Jharkhand, voting is being conducted at 20 constituencies including Jamshedpur East and Jamshedpur West. In this phase of the elections, over 48 lakh voters will be exercising their franchise. The first phase concluded on November 30. Voting for the third, fourth and fifth phases will be held respectively on 12, 16 and 20 December. The results will be declared on December 23.

Jharkhand assembly polls: Firing reported in Gumla's Sirsa block

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday met Italian Members of Parliament and agreed to work together to realise the full potential of India and Italy's partnership.

"A very good meeting with a wide cross-section of Italian Members of Parliament from @Mov5Stelle, @forza_italia, Autonomy Group and @pdnetwork. Welcomed their understanding of India's concerns and aspirations. Agreed to work together to realise the full potential of our partnership," Jaishankar tweeted.

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Jaishankar kicked off his visit to Italy earlier in the day with a meeting with Senator Roberta Pinotti.

"Began my visit to Italy with a meeting with Senator Roberta Pinotti," Jaishankar tweeted.

"Appreciate her strong support for our ties...," he wrote.

Pinotti is also the President of India-Italy Parliamentary Friendship Group.

Later in the day, Jaishankar also met his Israel counterpart Israel Kartz and exchanged views on regional issues and a productive conversation on bilateral cooperation.

"Glad to meet FM @Israel_katz of Israel. Useful exchange of views on regional issues and a productive conversation on bilateral cooperation," he tweeted.&nbsp;

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday met Italian Members of Parliament and agreed to work together to realise the full potential of India and Italy's partnership.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday met Italian Members of Parliament and agreed to work together to realise the full potential of India and Italy's partnership. "A very good meeting with a wide cross-section of Italian Members of Parliament from @Mov5Stelle, @forza_italia, Autonomy Group and @pdnetwork. Welcomed their understanding of India's concerns and aspirations. Agreed to work together to realise the full potential of our partnership," Jaishankar tweeted. A very good meeting with a wide cross-section of Italian Members of Parliament from @Mov5Stelle, @forza_italia, Autonomy Group & @pdnetwork. Welcomed their understanding of India's concerns and aspirations. Agreed to work together to realise the full potential of our partnership pic.twitter.com/TAG7Zt6NDY — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 6, 2019 × Jaishankar kicked off his visit to Italy earlier in the day with a meeting with Senator Roberta Pinotti. "Began my visit to Italy with a meeting with Senator Roberta Pinotti," Jaishankar tweeted. "Appreciate her strong support for our ties...," he wrote. Pinotti is also the President of India-Italy Parliamentary Friendship Group. Later in the day, Jaishankar also met his Israel counterpart Israel Kartz and exchanged views on regional issues and a productive conversation on bilateral cooperation. "Glad to meet FM @Israel_katz of Israel. Useful exchange of views on regional issues and a productive conversation on bilateral cooperation," he tweeted.

Foreign minister Jaishankar, Italian MPs vow to work together to realise full potential of bilateral relations

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday expressed grief over the death of Unnao rape victim who was set ablaze while she was on her way to the court hearing. After battling for life, she died of cardiac arrest in a Delhi hospital yesterday.

The Chief Minister also said, all accused have been arrested and the case will be taken to a fast-track court.

On Thursday, the 23-year-old Unnao rape victim was set ablaze in the Bihar area of Uttar Pradesh's Unnao. The victim was referred to Lucknow hospital but later she was airlifted to Delhi after she suffered 90 per cent burn injuries.

"I have nothing really to say. My sister is no more with us, my only demand is that the five accused deserve death and nothing less," her bother said after she died in Safdarjung hospital.

Meanwhile, the girl's family on Friday said they have received death threats and that the callers have also threatened that they will set the shop on fire.

The victim's uncle and aunt and some other relatives who received threat calls said that they are living in fear.

The family has sought security from the police administration.

Notably, the woman had filed a rape case in March this year, which is under trial at a local court in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao. 
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday expressed grief over the death of Unnao rape victim who was set ablaze while she was on her way to the court hearing.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday expressed grief over the death of Unnao rape victim who was set ablaze while she was on her way to the court hearing. After battling for life, she died of cardiac arrest in a Delhi hospital yesterday. The Chief Minister also said, all accused have been arrested and the case will be taken to a fast-track court. On Thursday, the 23-year-old Unnao rape victim was set ablaze in the Bihar area of Uttar Pradesh's Unnao. The victim was referred to Lucknow hospital but later she was airlifted to Delhi after she suffered 90 per cent burn injuries. "I have nothing really to say. My sister is no more with us, my only demand is that the five accused deserve death and nothing less," her bother said after she died in Safdarjung hospital. Meanwhile, the girl's family on Friday said they have received death threats and that the callers have also threatened that they will set the shop on fire. The victim's uncle and aunt and some other relatives who received threat calls said that they are living in fear. The family has sought security from the police administration. Notably, the woman had filed a rape case in March this year, which is under trial at a local court in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao.

UP CM Yogi Adtiyanath expresses grief over death of Unnao rape victim

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his wishes to the Indian forces on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day and hailed their invincible courage.

PM Modi took to twitter and shared a video of the Indian forces'&nbsp;personnel featuring officers saving other people, marching with the troop, getting honoured with awards etc.

"On Armed Forces Flag Day we salute the indomitable courage of our forces and their families. I also urge you to contribute towards the welfare of our forces," Modi tweeted.

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In the 59th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat'&nbsp;on Nov 24, the Prime Minister talked about the significance of Armed Forces Flag Day and paid tribute to the valour of armed forces and also appealed people to contribute towards the well-being of the welfare of the personnel of the armed forces.

He further appealed to the countrymen to express their gratitude towards the indomitable courage, valour and spirit of dedication of Armed Forces on this occasion.

"On this occasion, let us express our gratitude for the indomitable courage, valour and spirit of dedication of our Armed Forces and remember the brave soldiers," PM Modi said during his monthly 'Mann ki Baat'&nbsp;programme.

"We should never forget that Armed Forces Flag Day is celebrated on December 7. This is the day when we pay homage to our brave soldiers, for their valour, their sacrifices, and also contribute," PM Modi added.

The Prime Minister stressed that just having a sense of respect will not suffice as everyone should also participate.

"Only a sense of respect does not suffice. Participation is also necessary and every citizen should come forward on December 7 and everyone should have the flag of the Armed Forces on that day. Everyone should also contribute," the Prime Minister added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his wishes to the Indian forces on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day and hailed their invincible courage. PM Modi took to twitter and shared a video of the Indian forces' personnel featuring officers saving other people, marching with the troop, getting honoured with awards etc.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his wishes to the Indian forces on the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day and hailed their invincible courage. PM Modi took to twitter and shared a video of the Indian forces' personnel featuring officers saving other people, marching with the troop, getting honoured with awards etc. "On Armed Forces Flag Day we salute the indomitable courage of our forces and their families. I also urge you to contribute towards the welfare of our forces," Modi tweeted. On Armed Forces Flag Day we salute the indomitable courage of our forces and their families. I also urge you to contribute towards the welfare of our forces. pic.twitter.com/WXQqWAFlPg — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 7, 2019 × In the 59th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Nov 24, the Prime Minister talked about the significance of Armed Forces Flag Day and paid tribute to the valour of armed forces and also appealed people to contribute towards the well-being of the welfare of the personnel of the armed forces. He further appealed to the countrymen to express their gratitude towards the indomitable courage, valour and spirit of dedication of Armed Forces on this occasion. "On this occasion, let us express our gratitude for the indomitable courage, valour and spirit of dedication of our Armed Forces and remember the brave soldiers," PM Modi said during his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' programme. "We should never forget that Armed Forces Flag Day is celebrated on December 7. This is the day when we pay homage to our brave soldiers, for their valour, their sacrifices, and also contribute," PM Modi added. The Prime Minister stressed that just having a sense of respect will not suffice as everyone should also participate. "Only a sense of respect does not suffice. Participation is also necessary and every citizen should come forward on December 7 and everyone should have the flag of the Armed Forces on that day. Everyone should also contribute," the Prime Minister added.

PM Modi extends his wishes to Indian forces on Armed Forces Flag Day

A joint military exercise between India and China – ‘Hand-in-Hand-2019’ on counter-terrorism commenced at the Joint Training Node at Umroi in Meghalaya.

The eighth edition of the joint military exercise will cover company level joint training on counter-terrorism operation in semi-urban terrain under United Nations mandate.&nbsp;

The exercise will be aimed at building and promoting positive relations between both the armies.

The 14-day long exercise schedule will also be focused on training, lectures and drills associated with counter-terrorism; handling and firing with each others’ weapons; battle obstacles course; special heliborne operations and case studies of various operations carried out in counter-terror environment.

“Two tactical exercises scheduled during the training involve a counter-terrorism scenario and another on Humanitarian and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations,” said a senior official of Indian Army.

The People's Liberation&nbsp;Army (PLA) contingent, comprising 130 personnel of the Tibet Military Command, arrived at Air Force Station Borjhar, Guwahati. The PLA contingent later joined the Indian Army’s contingent of similar strength at Umroi for the exercise.

A joint military exercise between India and China – ‘Hand-in-Hand-2019’ on counter-terrorism commenced at the Joint Training Node at Umroi in Meghalaya. The eighth edition of the joint military exercise will cover company level joint training on counter-terrorism operation in semi-urban terrain under United Nations mandate.

A joint military exercise between India and China – ‘Hand-in-Hand-2019’ on counter-terrorism commenced at the Joint Training Node at Umroi in Meghalaya. The eighth edition of the joint military exercise will cover company level joint training on counter-terrorism operation in semi-urban terrain under United Nations mandate. The exercise will be aimed at building and promoting positive relations between both the armies. The 14-day long exercise schedule will also be focused on training, lectures and drills associated with counter-terrorism; handling and firing with each others’ weapons; battle obstacles course; special heliborne operations and case studies of various operations carried out in counter-terror environment. “Two tactical exercises scheduled during the training involve a counter-terrorism scenario and another on Humanitarian and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations,” said a senior official of Indian Army. The People's Liberation Army (PLA) contingent, comprising 130 personnel of the Tibet Military Command, arrived at Air Force Station Borjhar, Guwahati. The PLA contingent later joined the Indian Army’s contingent of similar strength at Umroi for the exercise.

Indo-China joint military exercise 'Hand-in-Hand-2019' commences in Meghalaya

President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday inaugurated the new building of Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur where he said that his utmost concern is making justice accessible to all.

"We read about the bells of justice at royal palaces in old times. Anybody could ring the bell and ask the king to right a wrong. Today, can the poorest of the poor and the most marginalised come here to seek redressal of their grievances," asked the President while speaking at an event.

"This is of utmost importance, as the very Preamble of the Constitution exhorts all of us to make justice accessible to all," he said.

The President said that there are many reasons behind the high and sometimes prohibitive cost of justice.

"But if we keep Gandhiji`s famous `Talisman` in mind, if we recall the face of the poorest and weakest man or woman we may have seen, we will find ways. For example, we can help the needy with the provision of free legal aid," he said.

Earlier in the day, President Kovind addressed the second convocation of AIIMS, Jodhpur.

In his convocation address, the President said that there is a need to develop low-cost diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitative services.

"It is important that India starts making its own equipment that not only serves to provide affordable healthcare but also sets up India as a medical technology hub as part of the Make in India initiative," he said.

President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday inaugurated the new building of Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur where he said that his utmost concern is making justice accessible to all.

President Ram Nath Kovind on Saturday inaugurated the new building of Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur where he said that his utmost concern is making justice accessible to all. "We read about the bells of justice at royal palaces in old times. Anybody could ring the bell and ask the king to right a wrong. Today, can the poorest of the poor and the most marginalised come here to seek redressal of their grievances," asked the President while speaking at an event. "This is of utmost importance, as the very Preamble of the Constitution exhorts all of us to make justice accessible to all," he said. The President said that there are many reasons behind the high and sometimes prohibitive cost of justice. "But if we keep Gandhiji`s famous `Talisman` in mind, if we recall the face of the poorest and weakest man or woman we may have seen, we will find ways. For example, we can help the needy with the provision of free legal aid," he said. Earlier in the day, President Kovind addressed the second convocation of AIIMS, Jodhpur. In his convocation address, the President said that there is a need to develop low-cost diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitative services. "It is important that India starts making its own equipment that not only serves to provide affordable healthcare but also sets up India as a medical technology hub as part of the Make in India initiative," he said.

Utmost concern is making justice accessible to all: President Ram Nath Kovind

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