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Rameshwar Teli, minister of state (MoS) for food processing and industries on Tuesday said that government will provide 75 per cent subsidy to the those interested in setting up Mega Food Park in Jammu and Kashmir.

Outlining that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-abrogation-of-article-370-key-implications-240936">abrogation of Article 370 </a>has paved way for establishment of food parks in Jammu and Kashmir, Teli said that companies will now look forward to setting up big food industries in the valley.

"Our budget is of Rs 1,400 Crore and our department will provide maximum aid to set up a mega food park in Jammu and Kashmir. The government will provide 75 per cent subsidy if any state government or entrepreneur sets up a mega food park in the region. We hope that farmers will also take advantage of the schemes of our department. We also want no food produced in Jammu and Kashmir should be wasted," said Teli while addressing the reporters.

Teli further announced that his department will be holding a roadshow in the state to spread awareness about government schemes.

"Similarly, we will be conducting a roadshow in Nagaland tomorrow in order to promote our schemes and spread awareness among the farmers over there. This show would also spread awareness about wastage of food there," Teli added.

According to Teli, many local entrepreneurs had turned up at his office in order to set up a food park in Jammu and Kashmir.

"The major problem to set up a mega food park is that it requires at least 50 acres of land but in a region and terrain like this, it is difficult to get such a big piece of land. So, we are trying that we should start by setting up mini food parks in about 20-21 acres of land," said Teli.&nbsp; 
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Rameshwar Teli, minister of state (MoS) for food processing and industries on Tuesday said that government will provide 75 per cent subsidy to the those interested in setting up Mega Food Park in Jammu and Kashmir.

Rameshwar Teli, minister of state (MoS) for food processing and industries on Tuesday said that government will provide 75 per cent subsidy to the those interested in setting up Mega Food Park in Jammu and Kashmir. Outlining that abrogation of Article 370 has paved way for establishment of food parks in Jammu and Kashmir, Teli said that companies will now look forward to setting up big food industries in the valley. "Our budget is of Rs 1,400 Crore and our department will provide maximum aid to set up a mega food park in Jammu and Kashmir. The government will provide 75 per cent subsidy if any state government or entrepreneur sets up a mega food park in the region. We hope that farmers will also take advantage of the schemes of our department. We also want no food produced in Jammu and Kashmir should be wasted," said Teli while addressing the reporters. Teli further announced that his department will be holding a roadshow in the state to spread awareness about government schemes. "Similarly, we will be conducting a roadshow in Nagaland tomorrow in order to promote our schemes and spread awareness among the farmers over there. This show would also spread awareness about wastage of food there," Teli added. According to Teli, many local entrepreneurs had turned up at his office in order to set up a food park in Jammu and Kashmir. "The major problem to set up a mega food park is that it requires at least 50 acres of land but in a region and terrain like this, it is difficult to get such a big piece of land. So, we are trying that we should start by setting up mini food parks in about 20-21 acres of land," said Teli.

Government to provide 75% subsidy for setting mega food parks in Jammu and Kashmir: MoS Rameshwar Teli

Days after India removed special status for Jammu and Kashmir(J&amp;K), Pakistan after restoring to diplomatic means which failed, is trying to create tensions at the Line of Control(LoC).

It has been&nbsp;learnt&nbsp;that Islamabad has deployed medium-range artillery along LoC and mobilised its army as well.

Pakistan's latest move comes after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday&nbsp;in an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/we-have-succeeded-in-internationalising-the-issue-of-kashmir-claims-imran-in-national-address-245851">address to the nation on Kashmir</a> had issued&nbsp;a "nuclear threat" against India.

"India should remember that if situation turns out worse and moves towards a war they should remember that both countries have nuclear weapons and one should remember that repercussions will be around the world, not just India and Pakistan," Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan had said in a televised address to the nation.

"Pakistan will now go to every extent, till their last breath on the issue," the Pakistan prime minister had said.&nbsp;

Pakistan earlier had been using small weapons during ceasefire violations. India has used Bofors to deal with increased Pakistani efforts to destabilize the LoC.

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It is understood that Islamabad has deployed its Special Service Group (SSG), an elite commando force and Border Action Team (BAT) at the LoC.

On the night of July 31 and August 1, Indian forces thwarted BAT attempt to infiltrate across the LoC at Karen sector.

Increased activity of terror groups has also been seen, according to sources including of associates of Masood Azhar, the chief of United Nation-listed terror group.

Jaish-e-Mohammed, have been noticed overlooking the training of terror groups, eager to cross over LoC. Increased movement of terrorist has been reported in Muzffarabad, Rawalakot and Kotli in Pakistan occupied Kashmir.

Days after India removed special status for Jammu and Kashmir(J&K), Pakistan after restoring to diplomatic means which failed, is trying to create tensions at the Line of Control(LoC).

Days after India removed special status for Jammu and Kashmir(J&K), Pakistan after restoring to diplomatic means which failed, is trying to create tensions at the Line of Control(LoC). It has been learnt that Islamabad has deployed medium-range artillery along LoC and mobilised its army as well. Pakistan's latest move comes after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday in an address to the nation on Kashmir had issued a "nuclear threat" against India. "India should remember that if situation turns out worse and moves towards a war they should remember that both countries have nuclear weapons and one should remember that repercussions will be around the world, not just India and Pakistan," Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan had said in a televised address to the nation. "Pakistan will now go to every extent, till their last breath on the issue," the Pakistan prime minister had said. Pakistan earlier had been using small weapons during ceasefire violations. India has used Bofors to deal with increased Pakistani efforts to destabilize the LoC. Watch Video: It is understood that Islamabad has deployed its Special Service Group (SSG), an elite commando force and Border Action Team (BAT) at the LoC. On the night of July 31 and August 1, Indian forces thwarted BAT attempt to infiltrate across the LoC at Karen sector. Increased activity of terror groups has also been seen, according to sources including of associates of Masood Azhar, the chief of United Nation-listed terror group. Jaish-e-Mohammed, have been noticed overlooking the training of terror groups, eager to cross over LoC. Increased movement of terrorist has been reported in Muzffarabad, Rawalakot and Kotli in Pakistan occupied Kashmir.

Pakistan increases military activity along LoC; deploys medium range artillery

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Tuesday rejected the parole plea of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/dera-chief-gurmeet-ram-rahim-cuts-grass-in-jail-gets-paid-rs-20-5175">Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh</a>, who is lodged in Rohtak jail for raping two of his followers.

The petition in this regard was filed by Ram Rahim's wife Harjit Kaur earlier this month on the grounds that his mother was ill.&nbsp;

Earlier in June, the Dera chief had applied for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gurmeet-ram-rahim-singh-seeks-over-month-long-parole-for-farming-229558">parole for farming in his fields</a> in Haryana's Sirsa. He, however, later withdrew his application.

Ram Rahim is currently lodged at Sunaria jail in Rohtak after being convicted in two rape cases and the murder of a journalist.&nbsp;

He was sentenced in August 2017 to 20 years imprisonment for raping two of his women followers.&nbsp;

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Tuesday rejected the parole plea of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is lodged in Rohtak jail for raping two of his followers.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Tuesday rejected the parole plea of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is lodged in Rohtak jail for raping two of his followers. The petition in this regard was filed by Ram Rahim's wife Harjit Kaur earlier this month on the grounds that his mother was ill. Earlier in June, the Dera chief had applied for parole for farming in his fields in Haryana's Sirsa. He, however, later withdrew his application. Ram Rahim is currently lodged at Sunaria jail in Rohtak after being convicted in two rape cases and the murder of a journalist. He was sentenced in August 2017 to 20 years imprisonment for raping two of his women followers.

Court rejects parole plea of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh

Kapil Sibal, a counsel appearing for the senior <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/another-setback-for-p-chidambaram-sent-to-extended-cbi-custody-till-august-30-245759">Congress leader P Chidambaram</a>, on Tuesday moved an application in the Supreme Court seeking direction to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to produce latter's statement recorded by it in the INX Media case.

The counsel sought the agency to produce the transcripts of the statement recorded by them on December 19, 2018, and January 1 and 21, 2019 before the apex court.

A bench of Justices R Banumathi and A S Bopanna was hearing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) moved by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inx-media-case-supreme-court-dismisses-chidambarams-plea-against-cbi-arrest-245717">Chidambaram</a> against the Delhi High Court order denying him anticipatory bail in the money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

The apex court will continue to hear tomorrow plea of P Chidambaram against Delhi High Court&nbsp;order dismissing his anticipatory plea.

Meanwhile, the Supreme Court today again&nbsp;extended the protection from arrest granted to P Chidambaram in the ED case. The senior Congress leader who is already being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation had sought&nbsp;protection from arrest in the ED case.

The top court had yesterday also extended for one day the protection from arrest granted to Chidambaram in the ED case, which ended today.

A Special court had also extended the CBI remand of the Congress leader by four days in a corruption case filed by the CBI in INX media scam.

The agency had sought an extension contending that they have to "unravel the larger conspiracy".

In 2017, the CBI had registered an FIR alleging irregularities in the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) clearance given to INX Media to the tune of Rs 305 crore in 2007 when Chidambaram was the Union finance minister.

Following the FIR filed by CBI, ED had filed a case of money laundering against him.

Kapil Sibal, a counsel appearing for the senior Congress leader P Chidambaram, on Tuesday moved an application in the Supreme Court seeking direction to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to produce latter's statement recorded by it in the INX Media case.

Kapil Sibal, a counsel appearing for the senior Congress leader P Chidambaram, on Tuesday moved an application in the Supreme Court seeking direction to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to produce latter's statement recorded by it in the INX Media case. The counsel sought the agency to produce the transcripts of the statement recorded by them on December 19, 2018, and January 1 and 21, 2019 before the apex court. A bench of Justices R Banumathi and A S Bopanna was hearing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) moved by Chidambaram against the Delhi High Court order denying him anticipatory bail in the money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The apex court will continue to hear tomorrow plea of P Chidambaram against Delhi High Court order dismissing his anticipatory plea. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court today again extended the protection from arrest granted to P Chidambaram in the ED case. The senior Congress leader who is already being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation had sought protection from arrest in the ED case. The top court had yesterday also extended for one day the protection from arrest granted to Chidambaram in the ED case, which ended today. A Special court had also extended the CBI remand of the Congress leader by four days in a corruption case filed by the CBI in INX media scam. The agency had sought an extension contending that they have to "unravel the larger conspiracy". In 2017, the CBI had registered an FIR alleging irregularities in the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) clearance given to INX Media to the tune of Rs 305 crore in 2007 when Chidambaram was the Union finance minister. Following the FIR filed by CBI, ED had filed a case of money laundering against him.

INX Media case: P Chidambaram's counsel seeks transcripts of statement recorded by ED

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/zero-bill-for-up-to-200-units-of-electricity-announces-delhi-cm-kejriwal-239900">Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal</a> on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

"We are announcing a scheme to waive arrears to clean up Delhi Jal Board's books," Delhi CM announced, adding, some of these arrears are due to consumers but some are also due to incorrect billing.

Kejriwal also urged Delhiites to install water metres.&nbsp;

"This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream and install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme," he said.

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Earlier this month Kejriwal had announced that Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus rides for women will be&nbsp;free of charge&nbsp;from October 29.

“On the day of Raksha Bandhan, I want to give a gift to our sisters that there will be free rides for women on all DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) and cluster buses from October 29, which will ensure their safety,” Kejriwal said.&nbsp;&nbsp;This facility will be available in both AC and non-AC buses.

On August 1, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/free-rides-for-women-in-dtc-buses-from-october-29-says-chief-minister-arvind-kejriwal-243124">AAP government announced</a> free electricity to those consuming up to 200 units a month.

The decision came into force with immediate effect, announced Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at a press conference.

"Those who consume up to 200 units in a month will have to give zero electricity bill, while those who consume between 201-400 unit will approximately get 50 per cent subsidy," said Kejriwal.

The announcements come ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections due next year.&nbsp;

(With inputs from ANI)&nbsp;

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported. "We are announcing a scheme to waive arrears to clean up Delhi Jal Board's books," Delhi CM announced, adding, some of these arrears are due to consumers but some are also due to incorrect billing. Kejriwal also urged Delhiites to install water metres. "This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream and install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme," he said. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal: This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream& install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme https://t.co/EgbzUQiVOC — ANI (@ANI) August 27, 2019 × Earlier this month Kejriwal had announced that Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus rides for women will be free of charge from October 29. “On the day of Raksha Bandhan, I want to give a gift to our sisters that there will be free rides for women on all DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) and cluster buses from October 29, which will ensure their safety,” Kejriwal said. This facility will be available in both AC and non-AC buses. On August 1, the AAP government announced free electricity to those consuming up to 200 units a month. The decision came into force with immediate effect, announced Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at a press conference. "Those who consume up to 200 units in a month will have to give zero electricity bill, while those who consume between 201-400 unit will approximately get 50 per cent subsidy," said Kejriwal. The announcements come ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections due next year. (With inputs from ANI)

Delhi chief minister Kejriwal announces 100% waiver of late-payment charges on water bill

A petition was moved in the Delhi High Court on Monday seeking directions to the Central government and Law Commission of India to constitute a judicial commission or a high-level expert committee to draft a Uniform Civil Code.

The petition, filed by lawyer Abhinav Beri, submitted that the gender justice and equality, and dignity of women guaranteed under various Articles of the Constitution cannot be secured without the implementation of the Article 44.&nbsp;

"The purpose of Article 44 is to introduce a Uniform Civil Code, which is essential to promote fraternity unity and national integration," the petition submitted.

It asserted that the executive branch did not take serious steps to implement the Uniform Civil Code.

The court tagged this petition with a similar petition, which had sought framing of a Uniform Civil Code to promote fraternity, unity and national integration.

The petition, filed by BJP leader Ashwini Upadhyay, is listed for hearing tomorrow.&nbsp;

All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) had on Friday moved an application in the high court seeking to be impleaded as a party in a petition moved by the BJP leader.&nbsp;

It submitted that the petition is not maintainable under the law and sought its dismissal.

A petition was moved in the Delhi High Court on Monday seeking directions to the Central government and Law Commission of India to constitute a judicial commission or a high-level expert committee to draft a Uniform Civil Code.

A petition was moved in the Delhi High Court on Monday seeking directions to the Central government and Law Commission of India to constitute a judicial commission or a high-level expert committee to draft a Uniform Civil Code. The petition, filed by lawyer Abhinav Beri, submitted that the gender justice and equality, and dignity of women guaranteed under various Articles of the Constitution cannot be secured without the implementation of the Article 44. "The purpose of Article 44 is to introduce a Uniform Civil Code, which is essential to promote fraternity unity and national integration," the petition submitted. It asserted that the executive branch did not take serious steps to implement the Uniform Civil Code. The court tagged this petition with a similar petition, which had sought framing of a Uniform Civil Code to promote fraternity, unity and national integration. The petition, filed by BJP leader Ashwini Upadhyay, is listed for hearing tomorrow. All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) had on Friday moved an application in the high court seeking to be impleaded as a party in a petition moved by the BJP leader. It submitted that the petition is not maintainable under the law and sought its dismissal.

Petition moved in Delhi High Court seeking to draft Uniform Civil Code

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday said that the inter-ministerial central team is in the state to assess the damage caused due to the floods and will submit a report to the Centre in two days.

"The Centre has sent a study team to our state. The team has come to study flood-hit areas here. They will give the report to the Centre in two days. I am sure that the central government will give sufficient funds to the state," he told reporters here.

"The central government has sent the team to our state first. They know the situation in the state. Amit Shah and Nirmala Sitharaman had come here before and did aerial surveys," he added.

The Home Ministry has constituted teams to conduct on-the-spot situation assessments of the damage and relief operations in the flood-affected states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Bihar, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Kerala and Karnataka.

So far, at least 82 people have lost their lives in flood-related incidents in Karnataka.

In light of the ongoing crisis, Yediyurappa has directed the newly-inducted ministers in his cabinet to tour the flood-affected districts extensively for two days from Wednesday and asked them to provide relief to the flood victims on priority.

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday said that the inter-ministerial central team is in the state to assess the damage caused due to the floods and will submit a report to the Centre in two days.

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday said that the inter-ministerial central team is in the state to assess the damage caused due to the floods and will submit a report to the Centre in two days. "The Centre has sent a study team to our state. The team has come to study flood-hit areas here. They will give the report to the Centre in two days. I am sure that the central government will give sufficient funds to the state," he told reporters here. "The central government has sent the team to our state first. They know the situation in the state. Amit Shah and Nirmala Sitharaman had come here before and did aerial surveys," he added. The Home Ministry has constituted teams to conduct on-the-spot situation assessments of the damage and relief operations in the flood-affected states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Bihar, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Kerala and Karnataka. So far, at least 82 people have lost their lives in flood-related incidents in Karnataka. In light of the ongoing crisis, Yediyurappa has directed the newly-inducted ministers in his cabinet to tour the flood-affected districts extensively for two days from Wednesday and asked them to provide relief to the flood victims on priority.

Karnataka floods: Inter-ministerial team to submit report to Centre in two days, says Yediyurappa

An earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck the eastern region of Myanmar on Monday morning, which caused tremors in Nagaland.

The quake in Myanmar took place at around 8:19 am at a depth of 80 km, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

No casualty or damage to property was reported.

Tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale were felt in Nagaland.

The quake occurred at around 8:20 am, 132 km east of Tuensang in Nagaland, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

Nagaland is prone to earthquakes.

An earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck the eastern region of Myanmar on Monday morning, which caused tremors in Nagaland. The quake in Myanmar took place at around 8:19 am at a depth of 80 km, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

An earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck the eastern region of Myanmar on Monday morning, which caused tremors in Nagaland. The quake in Myanmar took place at around 8:19 am at a depth of 80 km, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). No casualty or damage to property was reported. Tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale were felt in Nagaland. The quake occurred at around 8:20 am, 132 km east of Tuensang in Nagaland, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). Nagaland is prone to earthquakes.

Earthquake hits eastern Myanmar, tremors felt in Nagaland

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday said that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh continues to have a 'Z+' security cover.

MHA's clarification came amidst reports claiming that the government is likely to withdraw the Special Protection Group (SPG) from former Prime Minister's security detail.

&nbsp;"The current security cover review is a periodical and professional exercise based on threat perception that is purely based on a professional assessment by security agencies. Dr Manmohan Singh continues to have a Z+ security cover," read a statement from MHA.

Singh, who was the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, was last week<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/manmohan-singh-elected-unopposed-as-member-of-rajya-sabha-rajasthan-chief-minister-ashok-gehlot-tweets-244110"> elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan</a>.

The BJP did not field any candidate against the senior Congress leader.

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday said that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh continues to have a 'Z+' security cover. MHA's clarification came amidst reports claiming that the government is likely to withdraw the Special Protection Group (SPG) from former Prime Minister's security detail.

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday said that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh continues to have a 'Z+' security cover. MHA's clarification came amidst reports claiming that the government is likely to withdraw the Special Protection Group (SPG) from former Prime Minister's security detail. "The current security cover review is a periodical and professional exercise based on threat perception that is purely based on a professional assessment by security agencies. Dr Manmohan Singh continues to have a Z+ security cover," read a statement from MHA. Singh, who was the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, was last week elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan. The BJP did not field any candidate against the senior Congress leader.

Former prime minister Manmohan Singh continues to have Z+ security cover: Home Ministry

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said on Monday it has given marching orders to 22 senior officers following an investigation into charges of corruption against them.

It has compulsorily retired these officers of the rank of superintendent/AO under Fundamental Rule 56 (J) in public interest due to corruption and other charges besides traps laid by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

The move is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on Independence Day. "Some black sheep in the tax administration may have misused their powers and harassed taxpayers, either by targeting honest assesses or by taking excessive action for minor or procedural violations," he had said.

A CBIC official said,&nbsp;"We have recently taken the bold step of compulsorily retiring a significant number of tax officials, and we will not tolerate this type of behaviour."

On June 27, high-ranking Indian Revenue Service officers including 12 officers from the Central Board of Direct Taxes were compulsorily retired.

Authorities have also been trying to maximise revenue collection and enlarge the basket of tax-paying people in the country. The government wants to enhance this base so that more people pay legitimate taxes on their income.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said on Monday it has given marching orders to 22 senior officers following an investigation into charges of corruption against them.

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said on Monday it has given marching orders to 22 senior officers following an investigation into charges of corruption against them. It has compulsorily retired these officers of the rank of superintendent/AO under Fundamental Rule 56 (J) in public interest due to corruption and other charges besides traps laid by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The move is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on Independence Day. "Some black sheep in the tax administration may have misused their powers and harassed taxpayers, either by targeting honest assesses or by taking excessive action for minor or procedural violations," he had said. A CBIC official said, "We have recently taken the bold step of compulsorily retiring a significant number of tax officials, and we will not tolerate this type of behaviour." On June 27, high-ranking Indian Revenue Service officers including 12 officers from the Central Board of Direct Taxes were compulsorily retired. Authorities have also been trying to maximise revenue collection and enlarge the basket of tax-paying people in the country. The government wants to enhance this base so that more people pay legitimate taxes on their income.

22 senior officers facing corruption charges shunted out

At least one person died while four others were injured in a blast near Gangai Amman Temple in Thiruporur on Sunday, police said.

The 'mysterious' explosion sent shock waves among the people in the locality and they had immediately gathered around the temple.&nbsp;

To their dismay, they noticed a portion of the temple's compound wall and that of the neighbouring structure was damaged due to the explosion.

Preliminary investigation by the police revealed that it was a country bomb that had exploded.&nbsp;

Someone had hidden the bomb in the temple tank and during the cleaning of the tank, workers had removed it and placed the bomb on a tree nearby. It exploded after it fell.

Further investigation is on.

At least one person died while four others were injured in a blast near Gangai Amman Temple in Thiruporur on Sunday, police said. The 'mysterious' explosion sent shock waves among the people in the locality and they had immediately gathered around the temple.

At least one person died while four others were injured in a blast near Gangai Amman Temple in Thiruporur on Sunday, police said. The 'mysterious' explosion sent shock waves among the people in the locality and they had immediately gathered around the temple. To their dismay, they noticed a portion of the temple's compound wall and that of the neighbouring structure was damaged due to the explosion. Preliminary investigation by the police revealed that it was a country bomb that had exploded. Someone had hidden the bomb in the temple tank and during the cleaning of the tank, workers had removed it and placed the bomb on a tree nearby. It exploded after it fell. Further investigation is on.

Tamil Nadu: One killed, four injured in blast near Gangai Amman Temple in Thiruporur

It's going to be a packed day for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he meets four world leaders and takes part in two sessions of G7 summit in&nbsp;Biarritz, France.&nbsp;

The prime minister will be meeting the Senegal President Macky Sall, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Chile&nbsp;President Sebastian Piñera and US President Donald Trump. Besides Modi will be taking part in two sessions on Climate, Biodiversity, Oceans and Digital Transformation.

PM Modi will meet the US president between 3.45pm and 4.30pm. This will be the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-meets-british-counterpart-boris-johnson-on-sidelines-of-g7-in-france-245587">second meeting</a> between the two leaders this year and comes two months after&nbsp;they met on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan.

The ongoing India-Pakistan tension in the aftermath of India rescinding the special status to the erstwhile state of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/second-modi-trump-meeting-to-take-place-on-monday-in-france-245571">Jammu and Kashmir</a> is likely to prominently feature&nbsp;in the discussion between the duo.

"India’s decision to rescind Article 370 in Kashmir is an internal decision, but certainly with regional implications. And President Trump will likely want to hear how Prime Minister Modi intends to calm regional tensions in light of this significant move",&nbsp;a senior Trump administration official said.&nbsp;

Trump thrice offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on Kashmir, something that irked New Delhi which has made it clear that ties between the two South Asian neighbours&nbsp;follow Shimla and Lahore agreements according to which no third party mediation is acceptable.&nbsp;

Trade, defence ties and&nbsp;the Afghan peace process are also likely to be discussed when Modi meets Trump.

All in all, PM Modi has six bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

Modi met British PM Boris Johnson United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday evening. With British PM, the focus was trade &amp; investment, defence &amp; security.

This is the first meet between the two leaders since Boris Johnson took charge as the British&nbsp;prime minister earlier this month. The meeting lasted for 30 minutes.

Both leaders had a conversation last week in which PM Modi congratulated him assuming charge as British PM in July, 2019.

During Modi-Johnson bilateral, the Indian prime minister raised the issue of violent protests outside the Indian mission by Pakistan and Khalistan groups on Independence Day on August 15.

India is "Biarritz partner" country along with Australia, Chile, South Africa, Rwanda, Senegal, Egypt and Burkina Faso. Climate and biodiversity will be the main focus of the 45th G7 summit whose theme is "combating inequality".

It is after a gap of more than 10 years that India has been invited at the G7summit.

In 2005, then British Prime Minister Tony Blair had invited his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh at the Gleneagles summit. 
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It's going to be a packed day for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he meets four world leaders and takes part in two sessions of G7 summit in Biarritz, France.

It's going to be a packed day for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he meets four world leaders and takes part in two sessions of G7 summit in Biarritz, France. The prime minister will be meeting the Senegal President Macky Sall, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Chile President Sebastian Piñera and US President Donald Trump. Besides Modi will be taking part in two sessions on Climate, Biodiversity, Oceans and Digital Transformation. PM Modi will meet the US president between 3.45pm and 4.30pm. This will be the second meeting between the two leaders this year and comes two months after they met on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan. The ongoing India-Pakistan tension in the aftermath of India rescinding the special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir is likely to prominently feature in the discussion between the duo. "India’s decision to rescind Article 370 in Kashmir is an internal decision, but certainly with regional implications. And President Trump will likely want to hear how Prime Minister Modi intends to calm regional tensions in light of this significant move", a senior Trump administration official said. Trump thrice offered to mediate between India and Pakistan on Kashmir, something that irked New Delhi which has made it clear that ties between the two South Asian neighbours follow Shimla and Lahore agreements according to which no third party mediation is acceptable. Trade, defence ties and the Afghan peace process are also likely to be discussed when Modi meets Trump. All in all, PM Modi has six bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G7 summit. Modi met British PM Boris Johnson United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday evening. With British PM, the focus was trade & investment, defence & security. This is the first meet between the two leaders since Boris Johnson took charge as the British prime minister earlier this month. The meeting lasted for 30 minutes. Both leaders had a conversation last week in which PM Modi congratulated him assuming charge as British PM in July, 2019. During Modi-Johnson bilateral, the Indian prime minister raised the issue of violent protests outside the Indian mission by Pakistan and Khalistan groups on Independence Day on August 15. India is "Biarritz partner" country along with Australia, Chile, South Africa, Rwanda, Senegal, Egypt and Burkina Faso. Climate and biodiversity will be the main focus of the 45th G7 summit whose theme is "combating inequality". It is after a gap of more than 10 years that India has been invited at the G7summit. In 2005, then British Prime Minister Tony Blair had invited his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh at the Gleneagles summit.

G7: Prime Minister Modi to hold four bilateral, attend two sessions today

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Sunday came down heavily on JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy for treating him as an "enemy" and blamed him for the slump of Congress-JD(S) coalition government in the state.

"HD Kumaraswamy never treated me as a friend or confidant, but instead considered me as an enemy and that led to all the problems," the leader told the media persons.&nbsp;

The war of words between the two leaders has been going on unabatedly since last month after their 14-months long turbulent coalition government lost the vote of confidence in the Assembly.

Siddaramaiah had earlier held former Prime Minister Deve Gowda, father of former HD Kumaraswamy, responsible for the collapse of the government.

His rebuttal came in the light of accusations levelled by Gowda, who said that the former wanted to make BJP leader BS Yediyurappa the chief minister instead of his son Kumaraswamy, adding that the two had worked together in the past.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Sunday came down heavily on JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy for treating him as an "enemy" and blamed him for the slump of Congress-JD(S) coalition government in the state.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Sunday came down heavily on JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy for treating him as an "enemy" and blamed him for the slump of Congress-JD(S) coalition government in the state. "HD Kumaraswamy never treated me as a friend or confidant, but instead considered me as an enemy and that led to all the problems," the leader told the media persons. The war of words between the two leaders has been going on unabatedly since last month after their 14-months long turbulent coalition government lost the vote of confidence in the Assembly. Siddaramaiah had earlier held former Prime Minister Deve Gowda, father of former HD Kumaraswamy, responsible for the collapse of the government. His rebuttal came in the light of accusations levelled by Gowda, who said that the former wanted to make BJP leader BS Yediyurappa the chief minister instead of his son Kumaraswamy, adding that the two had worked together in the past.

Former Karnataka chief minister Kumaraswamy considered me as enemy: Siddaramaiah

From climate change to tender for e-rickshaws to India's membership for the Nuclear Suppliers' groups were among the topics that dominated the talks when Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat with world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

Climate Change was the focus when PM held talks with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday evening.

United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) understood India's position on its bid for Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) and said that he is willing to help on the matter when Guterres raised concerns over India's thermal power plants in the context of climate change. New Delhi has been focusing on renewable and nuclear energy in a bid to curtail pollution.

"PM referred to UNSG that nuclear power is investment intensive industry and membership to NSG is crucial to building investor confidence", Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale said in a press conference.

PM will address the United Nations General assembly in September and will be a keynote speaker at UN Climate Change summit.&nbsp;

With the UK, PM Modi began by congratulating his counterpart Johnson on England’s spectacular win in the third Test of the Ashes. Overall economics dominated the agenda in the wake of Britain's exit from the European Union.

Johnson specifically talked about the need to develop a partnership between the two countries and he understood that it is important for access to be given for talented Indians to the UK

With a focus on developing a partnership in the post-Brexit scenario, both leaders agreed to form a small team to enhance the economic alliance between India and the UK.&nbsp;

The UK plans to leave the European Union by the end of October this year.

PM Modi also met President of Senegal Macky Sall. India has given 250 solar-powered e-rickshaws to the West African country.&nbsp;

President of Senegal told PM a substantial tender will be placed in this regard soon.&nbsp;

PM also attended a dedicated session of G7 Biarritz summit on ‘Biodiversity, Oceans, Climate’ and underlined India’s contribution to reducing biodiversity, climate change, water stress and ocean pollution.

PM Modi was on a three-nation visit --France, UAE and Bahrain.

From climate change to tender for e-rickshaws to India's membership for the Nuclear Suppliers' groups were among the topics that dominated the talks when Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat with world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

From climate change to tender for e-rickshaws to India's membership for the Nuclear Suppliers' groups were among the topics that dominated the talks when Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat with world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit. Climate Change was the focus when PM held talks with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday evening. United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) understood India's position on its bid for Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) and said that he is willing to help on the matter when Guterres raised concerns over India's thermal power plants in the context of climate change. New Delhi has been focusing on renewable and nuclear energy in a bid to curtail pollution. "PM referred to UNSG that nuclear power is investment intensive industry and membership to NSG is crucial to building investor confidence", Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale said in a press conference. PM will address the United Nations General assembly in September and will be a keynote speaker at UN Climate Change summit. With the UK, PM Modi began by congratulating his counterpart Johnson on England’s spectacular win in the third Test of the Ashes. Overall economics dominated the agenda in the wake of Britain's exit from the European Union. Johnson specifically talked about the need to develop a partnership between the two countries and he understood that it is important for access to be given for talented Indians to the UK With a focus on developing a partnership in the post-Brexit scenario, both leaders agreed to form a small team to enhance the economic alliance between India and the UK. The UK plans to leave the European Union by the end of October this year. PM Modi also met President of Senegal Macky Sall. India has given 250 solar-powered e-rickshaws to the West African country. President of Senegal told PM a substantial tender will be placed in this regard soon. PM also attended a dedicated session of G7 Biarritz summit on ‘Biodiversity, Oceans, Climate’ and underlined India’s contribution to reducing biodiversity, climate change, water stress and ocean pollution. PM Modi was on a three-nation visit --France, UAE and Bahrain.

Talks on climate change to NSG membership, big takeaways from PM Modi's participation at G7 summit

External affairs minister S Jaishankar will hold talks with Russian Foriegn minister Sergey Lavrov in Russian capital Moscow on Wednesday on the developing situation in Afghanistan &amp; Iran and situation in gulf. Both countries have stakes in the west asia and any development can impact India's energy interest. 
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"They will discuss... efforts to preserve the joint comprehensive plan of action on Iranian nuclear programme, developments in the persion gulf area and situation in Afghanistan", Maria Zakharova, spokesperson of russian foriegn ministry said. 
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The visit comes even just ahead of PM Modi's visit to Russia in the first week of September to participate in the Eastern Economic Forum. 
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"They will focus on the preparations for the Indian delegation's participation in the 5th eastern economic forum and the annual summit. Important thematic sections include trade, investment , military, science and technology cooperation, the use of national currencies for mutual payments and prospective projects in space exploration and energy", Zakharova added. 
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India and Russia hold annual summit, the last happened in 2018 at Delhi when the mega S400 deal was announced.&nbsp; 
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Russia will also be helping India in its first manned mission to space —Gaganyaan.&nbsp;Russia's space agency Roscosmos&nbsp;will training four Indian astronauts of which three will be selected to go onboard India's human spaceflight programme. 
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Moscow has supported India on Kashmir. It was&nbsp;the first member of the permanent five of the United Nations security council to back New Delhi's decision to remove the special status&nbsp;for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. 
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The&nbsp;Russia&nbsp;ministry of foreign affairs, in response to a question, said," change in the status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and its division into two union territories are carried out within the&nbsp;framework of the Constitution of the Republic of India".

External affairs minister S Jaishankar will hold talks with Russian Foriegn minister Sergey Lavrov in Russian capital Moscow on Wednesday on the developing situation in Afghanistan & Iran and situation in gulf.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar will hold talks with Russian Foriegn minister Sergey Lavrov in Russian capital Moscow on Wednesday on the developing situation in Afghanistan & Iran and situation in gulf. Both countries have stakes in the west asia and any development can impact India's energy interest. "They will discuss... efforts to preserve the joint comprehensive plan of action on Iranian nuclear programme, developments in the persion gulf area and situation in Afghanistan", Maria Zakharova, spokesperson of russian foriegn ministry said. The visit comes even just ahead of PM Modi's visit to Russia in the first week of September to participate in the Eastern Economic Forum. "They will focus on the preparations for the Indian delegation's participation in the 5th eastern economic forum and the annual summit. Important thematic sections include trade, investment , military, science and technology cooperation, the use of national currencies for mutual payments and prospective projects in space exploration and energy", Zakharova added. India and Russia hold annual summit, the last happened in 2018 at Delhi when the mega S400 deal was announced. Russia will also be helping India in its first manned mission to space —Gaganyaan. Russia's space agency Roscosmos will training four Indian astronauts of which three will be selected to go onboard India's human spaceflight programme. Moscow has supported India on Kashmir. It was the first member of the permanent five of the United Nations security council to back New Delhi's decision to remove the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. The Russia ministry of foreign affairs, in response to a question, said," change in the status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir and its division into two union territories are carried out within the framework of the Constitution of the Republic of India".

Afghanistan, Iran to dominate Jaishankar-Lavrov talks in Moscow

Indian PM Narendra Modi is set to hold 4 bilaterals on the sidelines of the G7 Summit today. Watch this video to know more.

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A one-day state mourning will be observed throughout Union Territory of Chandigarh on Monday as a mark of respect to former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley who passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday.

The national flag will be flown at half-mast at all official buildings across the city, an official statement said.

Jaitley passed away in New Delhi at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Saturday. He was rushed to the hospital on August 9 after he complained of breathlessness and restlessness.

A four-time member of the Rajya Sabha, he first became a Cabinet Minister in the government of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2000. He was the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha from June 2009 to 2014.

Jaitley was Finance and Corporate Affairs minister in the first term of the Narendra Modi government and also held portfolios of Defence and Information and Broadcasting.

A one-day state mourning will be observed throughout Union Territory of Chandigarh on Monday as a mark of respect to former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley who passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday.

A one-day state mourning will be observed throughout Union Territory of Chandigarh on Monday as a mark of respect to former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley who passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday. The national flag will be flown at half-mast at all official buildings across the city, an official statement said. Jaitley passed away in New Delhi at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Saturday. He was rushed to the hospital on August 9 after he complained of breathlessness and restlessness. A four-time member of the Rajya Sabha, he first became a Cabinet Minister in the government of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2000. He was the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha from June 2009 to 2014. Jaitley was Finance and Corporate Affairs minister in the first term of the Narendra Modi government and also held portfolios of Defence and Information and Broadcasting.

Union Territory of Chandigarh to observe one-day state mourning for Arun Jaitley on Monday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, on the sidelines of the G7 summit hosted by the southwestern French city of Biarritz on Sunday and had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects.

"PM @narendramodi met @UN Secretary General Mr. @antonioguterres on the sidelines of the @G7 Summit. The two leaders had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects," the Prime Minister's Office announced in a tweet.

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At the G7 summit, Modi is expected to speak during sessions on the environment, climate, oceans, and digital transformation, besides also holding bilaterals with leaders of other countries participating in the two-day summit being held here.

The summit holds significance from India's perspective particularly for the fact that the Kashmir issue is expected to come up during Modi's interaction with the leaders of the member countries, particularly US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;

The same was also conveyed recently by a senior official from the Trump administration.

India is not a member country of the G-7, and the invitation to participate in the summit was extended by France.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, on the sidelines of the G7 summit hosted by the southwestern French city of Biarritz on Sunday and had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, on the sidelines of the G7 summit hosted by the southwestern French city of Biarritz on Sunday and had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects. "PM @narendramodi met @UN Secretary General Mr. @antonioguterres on the sidelines of the @G7 Summit. The two leaders had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects," the Prime Minister's Office announced in a tweet. PM @narendramodi met @UN Secretary General Mr. @antonioguterres on the sidelines of the @G7 Summit. The two leaders had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects. pic.twitter.com/JuGsftQKRT — PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 25, 2019 × At the G7 summit, Modi is expected to speak during sessions on the environment, climate, oceans, and digital transformation, besides also holding bilaterals with leaders of other countries participating in the two-day summit being held here. The summit holds significance from India's perspective particularly for the fact that the Kashmir issue is expected to come up during Modi's interaction with the leaders of the member countries, particularly US President Donald Trump. The same was also conveyed recently by a senior official from the Trump administration. India is not a member country of the G-7, and the invitation to participate in the summit was extended by France.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on sidelines of G7 in France

Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-meets-president-trump-at-g7-summit-245727">Narendra Modi</a> told UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during their meeting on Sunday that repeal of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fulfilled-sardar-patels-dream-by-making-jammu-and-kashmir-inseparable-part-of-india-amit-shah-on-abrogation-of-article-370-245290">Article 370 </a>was India's internal matter and no step has been taken by New Delhi that in any manner threatens regional peace.

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The Prime Minister also told Guterres during their meeting on the sidelines of the G-7 summit that terrorism was the primary threat and concern and in keeping with that certain restrictions will remain in place in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure law and order is maintained.

He said the restrictions will be progressively lifted.

Foreign Secretary Vijay K Gokhale, who briefed reporters here on Monday about Modi's three-nation visit and his participation in G-7 summit, said that UN Secretary General's primary aim of calling on the Prime Minister was climate change summit. Modi conveyed that India stood with him on this.

Answering a query if there was some discussion on Kashmir, he said there was "some discussion there."

Watch: Abrogation of Article 370, bifurcation is India's internal matter, says S Jaishankar

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"The Prime Minister essentially laid out our basic position on the internal matter that Article 370 is under the Constitution, that on international front no step has been taken by India in any way or form to threaten regional peace and stability, that normalcy is returning to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, that in many areas restricts substantially eased or entirely removed and underlining that people and the state have faced terrorism for 30 or more years and that this is the primary threat, this is our concern and therefore, in keeping with that certain restrictions will remain in place to ensure law and order is maintained and will be progressively lifted," he said.

The PMO had said in a tweet after Modi's meeting with Guterres that the two leaders had "fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects."

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Answering a query about the discussion on Kashmir during the meeting between Modi and US President Donald Trump, Gokhale said: "You have heard publicly what Prime Minister and President Trump have said."

Asked about their conversation last night with Trump, he said Prime Minister Modi has made India's position clear and "there was no further discussion at this (Monday's) meeting."

Answering another query, he said there was also no discussion on Kashmir issue in Prime Minister's meetings with Trump and UK Prime Minister Borris Johnson.

The Indian government had earlier this month repealed Article 370, which gave special powers to Jammu and Kashmir and also reorganised Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories.

During his three-nation visit, Modi also visited the UAE and Bahrain apart from France.

"We go back with a sense of satisfaction both at the multilateral aspect of the visit and the bilateral aspects," he said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during their meeting on Sunday that repeal of Article 370 was India's internal matter and no step has been taken by New Delhi that in any manner threatens regional peace.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during their meeting on Sunday that repeal of Article 370 was India's internal matter and no step has been taken by New Delhi that in any manner threatens regional peace. WION Edit: India at G7 Summit - 'Fighting Inequality' The Prime Minister also told Guterres during their meeting on the sidelines of the G-7 summit that terrorism was the primary threat and concern and in keeping with that certain restrictions will remain in place in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure law and order is maintained. He said the restrictions will be progressively lifted. Foreign Secretary Vijay K Gokhale, who briefed reporters here on Monday about Modi's three-nation visit and his participation in G-7 summit, said that UN Secretary General's primary aim of calling on the Prime Minister was climate change summit. Modi conveyed that India stood with him on this. Answering a query if there was some discussion on Kashmir, he said there was "some discussion there." Watch: Abrogation of Article 370, bifurcation is India's internal matter, says S Jaishankar × "The Prime Minister essentially laid out our basic position on the internal matter that Article 370 is under the Constitution, that on international front no step has been taken by India in any way or form to threaten regional peace and stability, that normalcy is returning to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, that in many areas restricts substantially eased or entirely removed and underlining that people and the state have faced terrorism for 30 or more years and that this is the primary threat, this is our concern and therefore, in keeping with that certain restrictions will remain in place to ensure law and order is maintained and will be progressively lifted," he said. The PMO had said in a tweet after Modi's meeting with Guterres that the two leaders had "fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects." PM @narendramodi met @UN Secretary General Mr. @antonioguterres on the sidelines of the @G7 Summit. The two leaders had fruitful discussions on a wide range of subjects. pic.twitter.com/JuGsftQKRT — PMO India (@PMOIndia) August 25, 2019 × Answering a query about the discussion on Kashmir during the meeting between Modi and US President Donald Trump, Gokhale said: "You have heard publicly what Prime Minister and President Trump have said." Asked about their conversation last night with Trump, he said Prime Minister Modi has made India's position clear and "there was no further discussion at this (Monday's) meeting." Answering another query, he said there was also no discussion on Kashmir issue in Prime Minister's meetings with Trump and UK Prime Minister Borris Johnson. The Indian government had earlier this month repealed Article 370, which gave special powers to Jammu and Kashmir and also reorganised Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories. During his three-nation visit, Modi also visited the UAE and Bahrain apart from France. "We go back with a sense of satisfaction both at the multilateral aspect of the visit and the bilateral aspects," he said.

Repealing Article 370 is India's internal matter, PM Modi tells UN Secretary General

Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh on Monday said that his force has received intelligence that terror-outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is training people for underwater attack.

"After the 26/11 attack in 2008, we set up coastal security. It is doing very well. As the Navy is overall in-charge of maritime security including coastal security along with coast guard, the marine police and other stakeholders, we are ensuring that there is no intrusion from the seas," he told reporters here.

"We have received intelligence that the underwater wing of Jaish-e-Mohammed is being trained for attacks. We are keeping a track of it and we assure you that we are fully alert to foil any of their designs" Singh added.

JeM had orchestrated the Pulwama terror attack in which 42 CRPF jawans were killed in February this year.

When asked about the budgetary allocation to Indian Navy going down, he said,&nbsp;"Because of the budgetary allocation, we have to do a little bit revamp of our procurement plan. Yes, it has limited us to some extent."

Singh said that the Navy is observing Chinese movement in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

"We are watching the progress in the IOR. Chinese want to become a global power, so they will come into the IOR. We are watching them. For us, our national interest is the topmost priority. We will have to act when there is something against our national interest," he said.&nbsp;

Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh on Monday said that his force has received intelligence that terror-outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is training people for underwater attack.

Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh on Monday said that his force has received intelligence that terror-outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is training people for underwater attack. "After the 26/11 attack in 2008, we set up coastal security. It is doing very well. As the Navy is overall in-charge of maritime security including coastal security along with coast guard, the marine police and other stakeholders, we are ensuring that there is no intrusion from the seas," he told reporters here. "We have received intelligence that the underwater wing of Jaish-e-Mohammed is being trained for attacks. We are keeping a track of it and we assure you that we are fully alert to foil any of their designs" Singh added. JeM had orchestrated the Pulwama terror attack in which 42 CRPF jawans were killed in February this year. When asked about the budgetary allocation to Indian Navy going down, he said, "Because of the budgetary allocation, we have to do a little bit revamp of our procurement plan. Yes, it has limited us to some extent." Singh said that the Navy is observing Chinese movement in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). "We are watching the progress in the IOR. Chinese want to become a global power, so they will come into the IOR. We are watching them. For us, our national interest is the topmost priority. We will have to act when there is something against our national interest," he said.

Indian Navy receives intelligence about Jaish-e-Mohammed preparing for underwater attack

Tributes for former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was passed away on Saturday at AIIMS after a prolonged illness, have been pouring in from across the world.

Among them is Amul India, who also expressed grief over the demise of the BJP stalwart and a persuasive orator.

Taking to Twitter, Amul posted a black and white graphic of Jaitley and wrote, "Tribute to much-respected minister and attorney..."

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The veteran BJP leader breathed his last at AIIMS at the age of 66 and was cremated on Sunday at Nigambodh Ghat in the national capital.

In the picture, Jaitely's monochromatic caricature is surrounded by bouquet and flowers, particularly lotus which is also BJP party's symbol.

The Amul advertisement reads "Kamal (Lotus) ke neta. Kamaal ke achievements," which roughly translates to "BJP's leader, remarkable achievements".

Jaitley first became a cabinet minister in the government of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2000.

He then also went on to serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha from June 2009.

He was appointed the finance minister in the first term of Modi government in 2014.

He opted out of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections citing health reasons.

Tributes for former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was passed away on Saturday at AIIMS after a prolonged illness, have been pouring in from across the world.

Tributes for former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was passed away on Saturday at AIIMS after a prolonged illness, have been pouring in from across the world. Among them is Amul India, who also expressed grief over the demise of the BJP stalwart and a persuasive orator. Taking to Twitter, Amul posted a black and white graphic of Jaitley and wrote, "Tribute to much-respected minister and attorney..." #Amul Topical: Tribute to much respected minister and attorney.. pic.twitter.com/qF2U2BtOAr — Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) August 26, 2019 × The veteran BJP leader breathed his last at AIIMS at the age of 66 and was cremated on Sunday at Nigambodh Ghat in the national capital. In the picture, Jaitely's monochromatic caricature is surrounded by bouquet and flowers, particularly lotus which is also BJP party's symbol. The Amul advertisement reads "Kamal (Lotus) ke neta. Kamaal ke achievements," which roughly translates to "BJP's leader, remarkable achievements". Jaitley first became a cabinet minister in the government of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2000. He then also went on to serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha from June 2009. He was appointed the finance minister in the first term of Modi government in 2014. He opted out of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections citing health reasons.

Amul India pays tribute to 'attorney' Arun Jaitley

The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday.

Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today. We are taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free."

Awasthi said, "Our state Chhattisgarh is also Naxal-affected and during the meeting, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel spoke about strategies we have formed to fight Naxalism."

"With coordination between central forces and state police, we are carrying out anti-Naxal operations and will continue to do that in the state in future," the DGP said.

The meeting today was attended by Minister of State (MoS) Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy and Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla.

Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Yogi Adityanath and Raghubar Das were present at the meeting along with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also attended the meet along with his Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh counterpart Bhupesh Baghel and Kamal Nath.

Officials from security agencies namely Border Security Force (BSF), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Sashastra Seema Bal(SSB) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) also attended the meeting chaired by Shah. 
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The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday. Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today.

The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday. Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today. We are taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free." Awasthi said, "Our state Chhattisgarh is also Naxal-affected and during the meeting, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel spoke about strategies we have formed to fight Naxalism." "With coordination between central forces and state police, we are carrying out anti-Naxal operations and will continue to do that in the state in future," the DGP said. The meeting today was attended by Minister of State (MoS) Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy and Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla. Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Yogi Adityanath and Raghubar Das were present at the meeting along with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also attended the meet along with his Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh counterpart Bhupesh Baghel and Kamal Nath. Officials from security agencies namely Border Security Force (BSF), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Sashastra Seema Bal(SSB) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) also attended the meeting chaired by Shah.

Government working towards eradicating Naxalism from Country says DGP Chhattisgarh

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is keeping a close eye on the Pakistan-China aerial exercise taking place in China's Hotan City in which both the countries have deployed latest fighter jets.

Islamabad is participating with its JF-17 fighter aircraft while China is taking part with their J-10 and J-11 fighters.

"The exercise codenamed Shaheen is taking place in the Hotan city which is more than 200 km north of Leh city in Ladakh. The Pakistanis have staged their fighters in the Skardu area of Gilgit Baltistan region before going into China," IAF officials said.

The war games had started two days ago where China and Pakistan started active flying to enhance interoperability and jointness.

Pakistan is one of the biggest recipients of the Chinese military, which includes missile technology, fighter planes and warships.

During the recent post-Balakot conflict also, the Pakistani Air Force had relied heavily on Chinese military equipment including fighters.

After the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, both China and Pakistan have expressed concerns over the decision.

While China has issues over Ladakh being declared as a Union Territory, Pakistan has been making a hue and cry over the changes made in Kashmir.&nbsp; 
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is keeping a close eye on the Pakistan-China aerial exercise taking place in China's Hotan City in which both the countries have deployed latest fighter jets.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is keeping a close eye on the Pakistan-China aerial exercise taking place in China's Hotan City in which both the countries have deployed latest fighter jets. Islamabad is participating with its JF-17 fighter aircraft while China is taking part with their J-10 and J-11 fighters. "The exercise codenamed Shaheen is taking place in the Hotan city which is more than 200 km north of Leh city in Ladakh. The Pakistanis have staged their fighters in the Skardu area of Gilgit Baltistan region before going into China," IAF officials said. The war games had started two days ago where China and Pakistan started active flying to enhance interoperability and jointness. Pakistan is one of the biggest recipients of the Chinese military, which includes missile technology, fighter planes and warships. During the recent post-Balakot conflict also, the Pakistani Air Force had relied heavily on Chinese military equipment including fighters. After the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, both China and Pakistan have expressed concerns over the decision. While China has issues over Ladakh being declared as a Union Territory, Pakistan has been making a hue and cry over the changes made in Kashmir.

Indian Air Force keeping close eye on Pakistan, China aerial exercise

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