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Three days after Pakistan announced that it was downgrading diplomatic ties with India after New Delhi decided to abrogate Article 370 which accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Indian envoy to Pakistan Ajay Bisaria left Islamabad on Saturday.&nbsp;

All the Indian high commission officials bid farewell to Bisaria at India House prior to his departure. He will be arriving in India via Abu Dhabi on a flight on Sunday.

Pakistan on August 7 expelled Indian envoy and said it won't be sending the newly appointed Pakistan envoy to India Moin Ul Haq to New Delhi to take charge.

India described the move ''unilateral''.&nbsp;

"The action taken by Pakistan is unilateral. weather its Samjahuta express, trade relations, asking us to withdraw high commission, this has been done without consulting us," the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kamar said in his weekly press conference on Friday.&nbsp;

India, in a measured response to Pakistan's knee-jerk reaction, has urged Islamabad to reconsider its decisions.

"We have regretted the steps which they have announced. Our sense is whatever is being announced by Pakistan is to present a very alarming picture of our bilateral relations", Raveesh Kumar added.

Three days after Pakistan announced that it was downgrading diplomatic ties with India after New Delhi decided to abrogate Article 370 which accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Indian envoy to Pakistan Ajay Bisaria left Islamabad on Saturday.

Three days after Pakistan announced that it was downgrading diplomatic ties with India after New Delhi decided to abrogate Article 370 which accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Indian envoy to Pakistan Ajay Bisaria left Islamabad on Saturday. All the Indian high commission officials bid farewell to Bisaria at India House prior to his departure. He will be arriving in India via Abu Dhabi on a flight on Sunday. Pakistan on August 7 expelled Indian envoy and said it won't be sending the newly appointed Pakistan envoy to India Moin Ul Haq to New Delhi to take charge. India described the move ''unilateral''. "The action taken by Pakistan is unilateral. weather its Samjahuta express, trade relations, asking us to withdraw high commission, this has been done without consulting us," the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kamar said in his weekly press conference on Friday. India, in a measured response to Pakistan's knee-jerk reaction, has urged Islamabad to reconsider its decisions. "We have regretted the steps which they have announced. Our sense is whatever is being announced by Pakistan is to present a very alarming picture of our bilateral relations", Raveesh Kumar added.

Indian envoy to Pakistan Ajay Bisaria leaves Islamabad  

The authorities on Sunday eased restrictions imposed in Kashmir valley to facilitate people ahead of Eid.

People were seen rushing to essential stores and bakery shops which were partially open.&nbsp;

The forces were deployed in strength to deal with any violence in every district of the Kashmir valley.

The residents were also seen lining up outside the banks and ATMs to withdraw money.

“We are out to buy essentials for Eid but we are unhappy about the Centre’s decision to scrap the article 370,” said a local asking not to be named.

In the afternoon, security forces were seen diverting the traffic and restrictions were imposed again.&nbsp;

Sources in the government told WION that 4800 phone calls were made through two phones set up at DC office Srinagar till Saturday evening.

“The situation is normal. Restoring landline phones is being delayed for now but we are closely monitoring the situation,” said an official in Srinagar.

The shutting down of all communication systems has created problems for the people, as many were worried about their children and friends who are living or studying outside.&nbsp;

“They should at least make landlines available so that we know how our children outside the state are doing,” said a woman.&nbsp;

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval is personally monitoring the situation in Srinagar.&nbsp;

The authorities on Sunday eased restrictions imposed in Kashmir valley to facilitate people ahead of Eid. People were seen rushing to essential stores and bakery shops which were partially open.

The authorities on Sunday eased restrictions imposed in Kashmir valley to facilitate people ahead of Eid. People were seen rushing to essential stores and bakery shops which were partially open. The forces were deployed in strength to deal with any violence in every district of the Kashmir valley. The residents were also seen lining up outside the banks and ATMs to withdraw money. “We are out to buy essentials for Eid but we are unhappy about the Centre’s decision to scrap the article 370,” said a local asking not to be named. In the afternoon, security forces were seen diverting the traffic and restrictions were imposed again. Sources in the government told WION that 4800 phone calls were made through two phones set up at DC office Srinagar till Saturday evening. “The situation is normal. Restoring landline phones is being delayed for now but we are closely monitoring the situation,” said an official in Srinagar. The shutting down of all communication systems has created problems for the people, as many were worried about their children and friends who are living or studying outside. “They should at least make landlines available so that we know how our children outside the state are doing,” said a woman. National Security Adviser Ajit Doval is personally monitoring the situation in Srinagar.

Authorities ease restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Eid 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday conducted an aerial survey of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/water-starts-receding-situation-will-be-back-to-normal-soon-indian-navy-on-karnataka-floods-242225">flood-affected areas of Belagavi district</a> in Karnataka.

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa also accompanied him.

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Meanwhile, Rear Admiral Mahesh Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Karnataka Naval Area said that the water in flood-hit districts of Belagavi and Uttar Kannada has started receding and the situation will soon be back to normal.

"As of yesterday evening, the water has started receding. It is appreciated that the situation will be back to normal," Rear Admiral Singh said.

"Navy has deployed eight relief teams and two helicopters in Belagavi and Uttar Kannada districts," Singh added.

Yesterday, Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fm-nirmala-sitharaman-takes-stock-of-flood-situation-in-karnataka-241997">BS Yediyurappa conducted an aerial survey</a> and announced Rs 5 lakh compensation to next of kin of the people, who lost their lives in the floods that have crippled the state.

The Chief Minister informed that over two lakh people have been evacuated from flood-affected areas and 1.61 lakh people are in 664 relief camps across the state.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas of Belagavi district in Karnataka. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa also accompanied him.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas of Belagavi district in Karnataka. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa also accompanied him. Union Home Minister Amit Shah today conducted an aerial survey of flood-hit areas of Belagavi district. Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddiurappa was also present. pic.twitter.com/pUlQSLDrZI — ANI (@ANI) August 11, 2019 × Meanwhile, Rear Admiral Mahesh Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Karnataka Naval Area said that the water in flood-hit districts of Belagavi and Uttar Kannada has started receding and the situation will soon be back to normal. "As of yesterday evening, the water has started receding. It is appreciated that the situation will be back to normal," Rear Admiral Singh said. "Navy has deployed eight relief teams and two helicopters in Belagavi and Uttar Kannada districts," Singh added. Yesterday, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa conducted an aerial survey and announced Rs 5 lakh compensation to next of kin of the people, who lost their lives in the floods that have crippled the state. The Chief Minister informed that over two lakh people have been evacuated from flood-affected areas and 1.61 lakh people are in 664 relief camps across the state.

Home Minister Amit Shah conducts aerial survey of flood-hit Belagavi district in Karnataka

The civil administration informed about the measures taken for the general public and employees of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-territory-status-for-jammu-and-kashmir-not-a-demotion-but-an-effort-to-align-it-with-rest-of-india-more-intensely-sources-241849">Jammu and Kashmir</a>, the statement from the Raj Bhavan said.

"300 special telephone booths are being established to help the public communicate with relatives. Liaison Officers have been activated through Resident Commissioner, New Delhi, at various places including Aligarh to help students from Jammu and Kashmir to communicate with their families and celebrate Eid," it said.

"Treasuries and Banks are being made functional during this period even on holidays. ATMs are functioning smoothly, and it has been ensured that the cash is replenished on a regular basis and people are drawing cash as and when required," it added.

"Salary of all the employees and "wages" of DRWs, casual labourers, etc., are being released. GP Fund, pension, gratuity, and other payments are being paid," it added.

It informed that the delivery of vegetables, LPG, poultry, and eggs has been ensured at the doorsteps through mobile vans.

Asserting that the government has made sufficient stock of essential items, the statement read, "Wheat has been stocked to suffice for 65 days, rice for 55 days, mutton for 17 days, poultry for one month, kerosene oil for 35 days, LPG for one month."

Watch:&nbsp;Key takeaways from PM Narendra Modi's grand plans for Jammu and Kashmir

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The Administration said out of 3,697 'Ration Ghats' in Kashmir division, 3,557 'Ration Ghats' have been made operational to provide ration to the general public.

"All the health institutions at primary, secondary and tertiary level are functioning fully with doctors and para-medical staff. Identity cards of the medical staff are being treated as movement passes. Further, the medicines are available in sufficient quantity in all the institutions," the statement said.

Talking about the preparations for Eid, the statement said: "Other than, the provisional stores, bakery and sweet shops have been facilitated to remain open and cater the demands of the people."

Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik on Sunday greeted people on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha, another statement said.

''Governor Satya Pal Malik has extended warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha and prayed for their well-being and prosperity," the statement read.

"In his message of felicitations, Governor has hoped that this festival would further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony, brotherhood, amity, and revive the glorious pluralistic ethos for which Jammu and Kashmir has been known for centuries past," it said.

The Governor prayed for peace, progress, and prosperity in the State.

The civil administration informed about the measures taken for the general public and employees of Jammu and Kashmir, the statement from the Raj Bhavan said. "300 special telephone booths are being established to help the public communicate with relatives.

The civil administration informed about the measures taken for the general public and employees of Jammu and Kashmir, the statement from the Raj Bhavan said. "300 special telephone booths are being established to help the public communicate with relatives. Liaison Officers have been activated through Resident Commissioner, New Delhi, at various places including Aligarh to help students from Jammu and Kashmir to communicate with their families and celebrate Eid," it said. "Treasuries and Banks are being made functional during this period even on holidays. ATMs are functioning smoothly, and it has been ensured that the cash is replenished on a regular basis and people are drawing cash as and when required," it added. "Salary of all the employees and "wages" of DRWs, casual labourers, etc., are being released. GP Fund, pension, gratuity, and other payments are being paid," it added. It informed that the delivery of vegetables, LPG, poultry, and eggs has been ensured at the doorsteps through mobile vans. Asserting that the government has made sufficient stock of essential items, the statement read, "Wheat has been stocked to suffice for 65 days, rice for 55 days, mutton for 17 days, poultry for one month, kerosene oil for 35 days, LPG for one month." Watch: Key takeaways from PM Narendra Modi's grand plans for Jammu and Kashmir The Administration said out of 3,697 'Ration Ghats' in Kashmir division, 3,557 'Ration Ghats' have been made operational to provide ration to the general public. "All the health institutions at primary, secondary and tertiary level are functioning fully with doctors and para-medical staff. Identity cards of the medical staff are being treated as movement passes. Further, the medicines are available in sufficient quantity in all the institutions," the statement said. Talking about the preparations for Eid, the statement said: "Other than, the provisional stores, bakery and sweet shops have been facilitated to remain open and cater the demands of the people." Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik on Sunday greeted people on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha, another statement said. ''Governor Satya Pal Malik has extended warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha and prayed for their well-being and prosperity," the statement read. "In his message of felicitations, Governor has hoped that this festival would further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony, brotherhood, amity, and revive the glorious pluralistic ethos for which Jammu and Kashmir has been known for centuries past," it said. The Governor prayed for peace, progress, and prosperity in the State.

Around 300 telephone booths established in Jammu and Kashmir: Report

Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan Ajay Bisaria leaves Islamabad for India, days after Pakistan downgraded the diplomatic relations and suspended bilateral trade with India. The Pakistan government expelled Bisaria as part of their downgrading process.

Ajay Bisaria leaves Pakistan, 13 Indian diplomats already left Pak

The water in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-floods-amit-shah-to-conduct-an-aerial-survey-of-belagavi-242132">flood-hit districts of Belagavi</a> and Uttar Kannada has started receding and the situation will soon be back to normal, said Rear Admiral Mahesh Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Karnataka Naval Area, on Sunday.

"As of yesterday evening, the water has started receding. It is appreciated that the situation will be back to normal," Rear Admiral Singh told ANI.

Continuing the rescue operation, the Indian Navy has deployed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fm-nirmala-sitharaman-takes-stock-of-flood-situation-in-karnataka-241997">eight relief teams in the districts</a>. The teams have so far managed to rescue nearly 2,200 people.

"Navy has deployed eight relief teams and two helicopters in Belagavi and Uttar Kannada districts," Singh added.

So far, around 3.75 lakh hectare crop area, 14,000 houses and 478 km of power lines have been damaged due to floods in the state.

Yesterday, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa conducted an aerial survey and announced Rs 5 lakh compensation to next of kin of the people, who lost their lives in the floods that have crippled the state.

The Chief Minister informed that over two lakh people have been evacuated from flood-affected areas and 1.61 lakh people are in 664 relief camps across the state.

Yediyurappa also said that Meanwhile, all schools, and colleges -- government and private -- in affected flood-hit districts will remain closed till August 15.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had also visited the flood-affected areas in Belgaum.

The water in flood-hit districts of Belagavi and Uttar Kannada has started receding and the situation will soon be back to normal, said Rear Admiral Mahesh Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Karnataka Naval Area, on Sunday.

The water in flood-hit districts of Belagavi and Uttar Kannada has started receding and the situation will soon be back to normal, said Rear Admiral Mahesh Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Karnataka Naval Area, on Sunday. "As of yesterday evening, the water has started receding. It is appreciated that the situation will be back to normal," Rear Admiral Singh told ANI. Continuing the rescue operation, the Indian Navy has deployed eight relief teams in the districts. The teams have so far managed to rescue nearly 2,200 people. "Navy has deployed eight relief teams and two helicopters in Belagavi and Uttar Kannada districts," Singh added. So far, around 3.75 lakh hectare crop area, 14,000 houses and 478 km of power lines have been damaged due to floods in the state. Yesterday, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa conducted an aerial survey and announced Rs 5 lakh compensation to next of kin of the people, who lost their lives in the floods that have crippled the state. The Chief Minister informed that over two lakh people have been evacuated from flood-affected areas and 1.61 lakh people are in 664 relief camps across the state. Yediyurappa also said that Meanwhile, all schools, and colleges -- government and private -- in affected flood-hit districts will remain closed till August 15. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had also visited the flood-affected areas in Belgaum.

Water starts receding, situation will be back to normal soon: Indian Navy on Karnataka floods

Several diplomats and leaders across the political spectrum are expected to attend a condolence meet organised for former External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj here on Tuesday.

The meet will be organised by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the party she served throughout her life.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will also be present at the condolence meeting which is scheduled to be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here at 4 pm.

Swaraj <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bjp-veteran-sushma-swaraj-passes-away-at-age-of-67-241277">passed away</a>&nbsp;on the night of August 6 following a cardiac arrest.

Watch:&nbsp;The remarkable political journey of Sushma Swaraj

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Thousands bid adieu to their beloved leader as she was<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/former-external-affairs-minister-and-senior-bjp-leader-sushma-swaraj-cremated-with-full-state-honours-241354"> cremated with full state honours.</a>

Modi and other senior leaders, besides family, friends and admirers bid a tearful adieu to the 67-year-old political stalwart. Politicians and people from different walks of life paid tributes to the senior BJP leader.

Several diplomats and leaders across the political spectrum are expected to attend a condolence meet organised for former External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj here on Tuesday.

Several diplomats and leaders across the political spectrum are expected to attend a condolence meet organised for former External Affair Minister Sushma Swaraj here on Tuesday. The meet will be organised by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the party she served throughout her life. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will also be present at the condolence meeting which is scheduled to be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here at 4 pm. Swaraj passed away on the night of August 6 following a cardiac arrest. Watch: The remarkable political journey of Sushma Swaraj Thousands bid adieu to their beloved leader as she was cremated with full state honours. Modi and other senior leaders, besides family, friends and admirers bid a tearful adieu to the 67-year-old political stalwart. Politicians and people from different walks of life paid tributes to the senior BJP leader.

BJP to hold condolence meet for former foreign minister Sushma Swaraj

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday urged Pakistan not to back out from its commitment to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-yet-to-respond-to-indias-request-for-another-round-of-talks-on-kartarpur-corridor-242049">building the Kartarpur corridor</a>, a long-pending demand of Indian Sikhs.

"With the momentous 550th birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev ji just three months away, any slowdown in the project will lead to its non-completion in time for the historic event," said Singh in a statement.

The Chief Minister's statement comes in the backdrop of reports that India was forced to send a reminder to Islamabad to hold technical level meetings to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-welcomes-construction-of-kartarpur-corridor-236559">finalise the key decisions</a> about the Kartarpur corridor.

"Such a move would serve a big blow to the desires and aspirations of the Sikh community, who are hungry for 'darshan' of the 'asthan' of the place where their first Guru had spent many years of his early life," added Singh.

On the issue of stoppage of trade at Attari-Wagah border by Pakistan in the wake of its decision to downgrade diplomatic and trade ties with India, the Chief Minister said, "Political concerns should not be allowed to be clouded by any decision that was detrimental to the interests of the people on both sides."

"The stoppage would, in particular, inflict heavy avoidable economic losses for the poor in Pakistan, as the goods would now have to take the long sea route through Iran or Dubai. The trade suspension would also lead to serious loss of jobs and livelihood for thousands of porters, truck/train drivers, staff, etc, who are deployed as part of the trade Infrastructure on both sides," he said.

He also urged Islamabad to revoke the trade suspension in the interest of the people on both sides of the border. "India wanted peace, communal harmony, and development on the Indo-Pak border, people on both sides of which had suffered immensely due to the continued violence and hostilities," he said.

Reiterating that Kashmir was an internal matter of India, the Chief Minister said Pakistan should not link it with diplomatic or trade ties between the two nations.

The Punjab Chief Minister also called upon the Indian government to open diplomatic channels to press Pakistan to resume trade ties.

Urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to announce a special economic package for the development of Punjab and Jammu and&nbsp;Kashmir to create better job opportunities for their youth, he said,&nbsp;"The Centre should also raise additional battalions in the Army, para-military forces and the State Police for all the border states.''

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday urged Pakistan not to back out from its commitment to building the Kartarpur corridor, a long-pending demand of Indian Sikhs.

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Sunday urged Pakistan not to back out from its commitment to building the Kartarpur corridor, a long-pending demand of Indian Sikhs. "With the momentous 550th birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev ji just three months away, any slowdown in the project will lead to its non-completion in time for the historic event," said Singh in a statement. The Chief Minister's statement comes in the backdrop of reports that India was forced to send a reminder to Islamabad to hold technical level meetings to finalise the key decisions about the Kartarpur corridor. "Such a move would serve a big blow to the desires and aspirations of the Sikh community, who are hungry for 'darshan' of the 'asthan' of the place where their first Guru had spent many years of his early life," added Singh. On the issue of stoppage of trade at Attari-Wagah border by Pakistan in the wake of its decision to downgrade diplomatic and trade ties with India, the Chief Minister said, "Political concerns should not be allowed to be clouded by any decision that was detrimental to the interests of the people on both sides." "The stoppage would, in particular, inflict heavy avoidable economic losses for the poor in Pakistan, as the goods would now have to take the long sea route through Iran or Dubai. The trade suspension would also lead to serious loss of jobs and livelihood for thousands of porters, truck/train drivers, staff, etc, who are deployed as part of the trade Infrastructure on both sides," he said. He also urged Islamabad to revoke the trade suspension in the interest of the people on both sides of the border. "India wanted peace, communal harmony, and development on the Indo-Pak border, people on both sides of which had suffered immensely due to the continued violence and hostilities," he said. Reiterating that Kashmir was an internal matter of India, the Chief Minister said Pakistan should not link it with diplomatic or trade ties between the two nations. The Punjab Chief Minister also called upon the Indian government to open diplomatic channels to press Pakistan to resume trade ties. Urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to announce a special economic package for the development of Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir to create better job opportunities for their youth, he said, "The Centre should also raise additional battalions in the Army, para-military forces and the State Police for all the border states.''

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh urges Pakistan not to back out from Kartarpur corridor commitment

With focus on the second informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi on Monday.&nbsp;

Jaishankar is on a pre-scheduled visit to Beijing from August 11-13 and left for China on Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ahead of the visit, India called China an important partner. Raveesh Kumar, spokesperson of the ministry of external affairs said,&nbsp;"China is a very important partner. There are many channels available to us to discuss all bilateral issues."

Further adding Raveesh Kumar said, "It is expected that bilateral issues will come up for discussion. We will discuss the informal summit. We will also discuss how to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties."

PM Modi met the Chinese President in Kyrgyzstan earlier this year on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Summit and last year both met each other four times starting with the famous informal summit in Wuhan in April.

External Affairs Minister will co-chair the second meeting of the India-China High-Level Mechanism on Cultural and People-to-People Exchanges (HLM) along with his counterpart.&nbsp;

The HLM aims to increase&nbsp;people-to-people ties and enhance engagement in areas such as tourism, art, films, media, culture, sports.

"The second HLM meeting will provide an opportunity to follow up on the outcomes of the first HLM meeting and discuss new initiatives for enhancing people-to-people exchanges between our two countries", MEA said in a statement.

The HLC was one of the key outcomes of the Wuhan informal meet and the first meet happened in Delhi in 2018 between Wang Yi and former external affairs minister S Jaishankar.

The visit of Indian foreign minister comes even as Pakistani foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi went on an emergency visit to China to meet Wang Yi in the backdrop of India's internal decision to change the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

Qureshi met Wang Yi on Friday and in a release, the Chinese foreign ministry said, "Pakistan and India are both China’s friendly neighbours and major developing countries that are in a crucial stage of development", and called on the "two sides to proceed from their national development and peace in South Asia."

China has reacted negatively to New Delhi's decision on Jammu and Kashmir evoking a strong reaction New Delhi and said, "India&nbsp;does not comment on the internal affairs of other countries and similarly expects other countries to do likewise."

With focus on the second informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi on Monday.

With focus on the second informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi on Monday. Jaishankar is on a pre-scheduled visit to Beijing from August 11-13 and left for China on Sunday. Ahead of the visit, India called China an important partner. Raveesh Kumar, spokesperson of the ministry of external affairs said, "China is a very important partner. There are many channels available to us to discuss all bilateral issues." Further adding Raveesh Kumar said, "It is expected that bilateral issues will come up for discussion. We will discuss the informal summit. We will also discuss how to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties." PM Modi met the Chinese President in Kyrgyzstan earlier this year on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Summit and last year both met each other four times starting with the famous informal summit in Wuhan in April. External Affairs Minister will co-chair the second meeting of the India-China High-Level Mechanism on Cultural and People-to-People Exchanges (HLM) along with his counterpart. The HLM aims to increase people-to-people ties and enhance engagement in areas such as tourism, art, films, media, culture, sports. "The second HLM meeting will provide an opportunity to follow up on the outcomes of the first HLM meeting and discuss new initiatives for enhancing people-to-people exchanges between our two countries", MEA said in a statement. The HLC was one of the key outcomes of the Wuhan informal meet and the first meet happened in Delhi in 2018 between Wang Yi and former external affairs minister S Jaishankar. The visit of Indian foreign minister comes even as Pakistani foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi went on an emergency visit to China to meet Wang Yi in the backdrop of India's internal decision to change the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. Qureshi met Wang Yi on Friday and in a release, the Chinese foreign ministry said, "Pakistan and India are both China’s friendly neighbours and major developing countries that are in a crucial stage of development", and called on the "two sides to proceed from their national development and peace in South Asia." China has reacted negatively to New Delhi's decision on Jammu and Kashmir evoking a strong reaction New Delhi and said, "India does not comment on the internal affairs of other countries and similarly expects other countries to do likewise."

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that he was confident that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/united-nations-security-council-snubs-pakistan-does-not-discuss-its-letter-on-kashmir-242048">scrapping Article 370</a> would end terrorism in the state.&nbsp;

Speaking at the launch of a book on Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu in Chennai, Shah said he firmly believed that Article 370 that gave the special status to Jammu and Kashmir should be removed as it was not beneficial to the country.

"As a legislator, I firmly believe Article 370 should've been removed long ago. As a Home Minister, there was no confusion in my mind about the consequences of removing Art 370. I’m confident terrorism in Kashmir will finish and it’ll move ahead on the path of development now,"&nbsp;Shah said.&nbsp;

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Talking about the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, Amit Shah said that the government was worried about numbers in Rajya Sabha over passage of the Bill.

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The&nbsp;PM Narendra Modi government&nbsp;on August 5 revoked Article 370 which gave special status to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/russia-backs-india-on-abrogation-of-article-370-in-jammu-and-kashmir-241948">Jammu and Kashmir</a> and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

On August 9, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his nod to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019, making it into law. The bill was passed in both houses of the Indian Parliament.

The Bill provides for the formation of the Union Territory of Ladakh without legislature and a separate one for Jammu and Kashmir with the legislature. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh will come into existence as separate Union Territories on October 31.

Meanwhile, Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that he was confident that scrapping Article 370 would end terrorism in the state. Speaking at the launch of a book on Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu in Chennai, Shah said he firmly believed that Article 370 that gave the special status to Jammu and Kashmir should be removed as it was not beneficial to the country.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that he was confident that scrapping Article 370 would end terrorism in the state. Speaking at the launch of a book on Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu in Chennai, Shah said he firmly believed that Article 370 that gave the special status to Jammu and Kashmir should be removed as it was not beneficial to the country. "As a legislator, I firmly believe Article 370 should've been removed long ago. As a Home Minister, there was no confusion in my mind about the consequences of removing Art 370. I’m confident terrorism in Kashmir will finish and it’ll move ahead on the path of development now," Shah said. Opinion: The rise of Amit Shah as India's new 'Loh Purush' Talking about the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, Amit Shah said that the government was worried about numbers in Rajya Sabha over passage of the Bill. Watch: Mosques thronged by people ahead of Eid in Jammu and Kashmir × The PM Narendra Modi government on August 5 revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. On August 9, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his nod to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019, making it into law. The bill was passed in both houses of the Indian Parliament. The Bill provides for the formation of the Union Territory of Ladakh without legislature and a separate one for Jammu and Kashmir with the legislature. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh will come into existence as separate Union Territories on October 31. Meanwhile, Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

Had no doubts about consequences of removing Article 370: Amit Shah

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have brushed aside media reports of firing incidents in the Kashmir Valley, saying they did not fire a single bullet for nearly a week and the situation in the region is calm.

"People should not believe any mischievous and motivated news reports regarding firing incidents in the Valley. The police have not fired a single bullet in the last six days. The situation is calm, people are cooperative and restrictions are being relaxed," the police said in a statement late on Saturday.

The police's clarification came after BBC's<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/maryam-nawaz-remanded-into-15-days-national-accountability-bureau-custody-241722"> South Asia Bureau </a>Chief Nicola Careem had posted a video showing police firing on protesters in the Valley in the wake of the Centre's move to strip Article 370 that granted a special status to Jammu and Kashmir.

Inspector General (IG) of Police, Kashmir, SP Pani also rejected such media reports, saying they are false and no such firing incident has taken place in the Valley.

"This is to clarify that some international media reports regarding firing incidents in the Valley are wrong. No such incident has taken place. Valley has remained largely peaceful over the last one week," Pani said.

Earlier this week, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-reorganisation-bill-passed-in-rajya-sabha-with-125-members-in-favour-240893">Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill 2019</a>, the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Second Amendment) Bill 2019, and a resolution revoking Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir were passed by both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha with an overwhelming majority.

Ahead of the decision, the central government had deployed additional military troops to control any possible untoward incident.

Earlier in the day, Section 144 was lifted in Jammu which was imposed in the backdrop of the whittling down of Article 370 and bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

The government had also suspended mobile internet in Jammu because of the security situation in the region which later resumed.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have brushed aside media reports of firing incidents in the Kashmir Valley, saying they did not fire a single bullet for nearly a week and the situation in the region is calm.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have brushed aside media reports of firing incidents in the Kashmir Valley, saying they did not fire a single bullet for nearly a week and the situation in the region is calm. "People should not believe any mischievous and motivated news reports regarding firing incidents in the Valley. The police have not fired a single bullet in the last six days. The situation is calm, people are cooperative and restrictions are being relaxed," the police said in a statement late on Saturday. The police's clarification came after BBC's South Asia Bureau Chief Nicola Careem had posted a video showing police firing on protesters in the Valley in the wake of the Centre's move to strip Article 370 that granted a special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Inspector General (IG) of Police, Kashmir, SP Pani also rejected such media reports, saying they are false and no such firing incident has taken place in the Valley. "This is to clarify that some international media reports regarding firing incidents in the Valley are wrong. No such incident has taken place. Valley has remained largely peaceful over the last one week," Pani said. Earlier this week, the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill 2019, the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Second Amendment) Bill 2019, and a resolution revoking Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir were passed by both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha with an overwhelming majority. Ahead of the decision, the central government had deployed additional military troops to control any possible untoward incident. Earlier in the day, Section 144 was lifted in Jammu which was imposed in the backdrop of the whittling down of Article 370 and bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The government had also suspended mobile internet in Jammu because of the security situation in the region which later resumed.

J&K: Police says no firing incidents in Valley in past one week, situation calm

The BJP on Saturday took a swipe at Congress for sticking to Nehru Gandhi's family by appointing UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi as the party's interim president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sonai-gandhi-to-be-congress-interim-president-242079">Soon after the Congress announced Sonia Gandhi as its President </a>after a marathon meeting of the Congress Working Committee, BJP leader Amit Malviya put out a video message that described the Congress as 'slave' of the family.&nbsp;

Malviya, who is in-charge of BJP's national information and technology department tweeted a seven-second video with the message "To Congress with love..."

The jibe comes in the wake of Rahul Gandhi's insistence on not continuing as the party President and advocating that the new chief must be chosen outside the family.

Rahul resigned from the top party post after the humiliating defeat in general elections.

The Congress won just 52 seats against the 303 of the BJP.

This was the second successive Lok Sabha polls when the party got less than the seats required to get the position of Leader of Opposition.

In 2014, the Congress had won 44 seats.

Besides, Rahul also lost his own seat in the family bastion of Amethi in Uttar Pradesh.

He, however, is still an MP because this time he contested from a second seat &nbsp;Wayanad in Kerala, which he won.

The BJP on Saturday took a swipe at Congress for sticking to Nehru Gandhi's family by appointing UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi as the party's interim president. Soon after the Congress announced Sonia Gandhi as its President after a marathon meeting of the Congress Working Committee, BJP leader Amit Malviya put out a video message that described the Congress as 'slave' of the family.

The BJP on Saturday took a swipe at Congress for sticking to Nehru Gandhi's family by appointing UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi as the party's interim president. Soon after the Congress announced Sonia Gandhi as its President after a marathon meeting of the Congress Working Committee, BJP leader Amit Malviya put out a video message that described the Congress as 'slave' of the family. Malviya, who is in-charge of BJP's national information and technology department tweeted a seven-second video with the message "To Congress with love..." The jibe comes in the wake of Rahul Gandhi's insistence on not continuing as the party President and advocating that the new chief must be chosen outside the family. Rahul resigned from the top party post after the humiliating defeat in general elections. The Congress won just 52 seats against the 303 of the BJP. This was the second successive Lok Sabha polls when the party got less than the seats required to get the position of Leader of Opposition. In 2014, the Congress had won 44 seats. Besides, Rahul also lost his own seat in the family bastion of Amethi in Uttar Pradesh. He, however, is still an MP because this time he contested from a second seat Wayanad in Kerala, which he won.

BJP posts 7 second video message to target dynasty in Congress

In Jammu Kashmir, Section 144 eased out ahead of Eid. Schools in J&K reopened after almost a week. The communication system in J&K is partially restored. Watch this video to know more.

''Situation getting peaceful in J&K,'' says Satya Pal Malik

Russia has backed India's decision to revoke the special status for Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcating into two Union Territories.

In response to a question, Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs 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"

Recalling the Simla and Lahore accord, the ministry said, "We hope that the differences between them will be resolved by political and diplomatic means on a bilateral basis in accordance with the provisions of the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999." 
Both the agreement call of no third party mediation and resolution of issues between the two South Asian nations bilaterally.&nbsp;

Moscow also hoped that the "parties involved will not allow a new aggravation of the situation in the region as a result of the decisions" and added that Russia is a "consistent supporter of the normalization of relations between India and Pakistan."

So far, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, US, UN have reacted to India's decision on Kashmir. While Maldives, UAE, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Thailand have called it an internal matter of India, Saudi and Malaysia have said that India and Pakistan should settle the issues peacefully.

The Maldives, a member of the organisation of Islamic cooperation (OIC), went ahead to say that "we believe that it is the right of every sovereign nation to amend their laws as required."

Taking note of the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir and removal of Article 370, UAE envoy to India Dr Ahmed Al Banna called it India's internal matter and said "We expect that the changes would improve social justice and security and confidence of the people in the local governance and will encourage further stability and peace".

New Delhi has welcomed the positive statements by some OIC members with Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kumar saying, "There is also a greater understanding that the rhetoric of Pakistan is something which has been seen through and has been exposed on many counts."

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickramasinghe in a tweet welcomed the creation of "Ladakh state" which he said will be the first Indian state with a Buddhist majority.&nbsp;

"Ladakh will become an Indian State. With 70% of Ladakh’s population being Buddhist it will be the first Indian state with a Buddhist majority. Creation of Ladakh and consequential restructuring is India’s internal matter, it is a beautiful region well worth a visit," he tweeted.

The United Nations, while appealing for "maximum restraint", recalled the '1972 Agreement on bilateral relations between India and Pakistan, also known as the Simla Agreement, which states that the final status of Jammu and Kashmir is to be settled by peaceful means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.'

Interestingly, the UN did not offer its office for mediation between India and Pakistan, a departure from the past actions.

The UN Security Council president Joanna Wronecka said, no comments in response to question by a reporter on Islamabad trying to raise the issue at the top body of the United Nation. 
US was the first country to react and said it has taken note of Indian govt's describing the developments "as strictly an internal matter" and said there has been no policy change by Washington.

Russia has backed India's decision to revoke the special status for Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcating into two Union Territories. In response to a question, Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs 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" Recalling the Simla and Lahore accord, the ministry said, "We hope that the differences between them will be resolved by political and diplomatic means on a bilateral basis in accordance with the provisions of the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999.

Russia has backed India's decision to revoke the special status for Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcating into two Union Territories. In response to a question, Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs 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" Recalling the Simla and Lahore accord, the ministry said, "We hope that the differences between them will be resolved by political and diplomatic means on a bilateral basis in accordance with the provisions of the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999." Both the agreement call of no third party mediation and resolution of issues between the two South Asian nations bilaterally. Moscow also hoped that the "parties involved will not allow a new aggravation of the situation in the region as a result of the decisions" and added that Russia is a "consistent supporter of the normalization of relations between India and Pakistan." So far, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, US, UN have reacted to India's decision on Kashmir. While Maldives, UAE, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Thailand have called it an internal matter of India, Saudi and Malaysia have said that India and Pakistan should settle the issues peacefully. The Maldives, a member of the organisation of Islamic cooperation (OIC), went ahead to say that "we believe that it is the right of every sovereign nation to amend their laws as required." Taking note of the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir and removal of Article 370, UAE envoy to India Dr Ahmed Al Banna called it India's internal matter and said "We expect that the changes would improve social justice and security and confidence of the people in the local governance and will encourage further stability and peace". New Delhi has welcomed the positive statements by some OIC members with Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kumar saying, "There is also a greater understanding that the rhetoric of Pakistan is something which has been seen through and has been exposed on many counts." Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickramasinghe in a tweet welcomed the creation of "Ladakh state" which he said will be the first Indian state with a Buddhist majority. "Ladakh will become an Indian State. With 70% of Ladakh’s population being Buddhist it will be the first Indian state with a Buddhist majority. Creation of Ladakh and consequential restructuring is India’s internal matter, it is a beautiful region well worth a visit," he tweeted. The United Nations, while appealing for "maximum restraint", recalled the '1972 Agreement on bilateral relations between India and Pakistan, also known as the Simla Agreement, which states that the final status of Jammu and Kashmir is to be settled by peaceful means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.' Interestingly, the UN did not offer its office for mediation between India and Pakistan, a departure from the past actions. The UN Security Council president Joanna Wronecka said, no comments in response to question by a reporter on Islamabad trying to raise the issue at the top body of the United Nation. US was the first country to react and said it has taken note of Indian govt's describing the developments "as strictly an internal matter" and said there has been no policy change by Washington.

Russia backs India on abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia on Saturday supported India's move of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-territory-status-for-jammu-and-kashmir-not-a-demotion-but-an-effort-to-align-it-with-rest-of-india-more-intensely-sources-241849">scrapping Article 370</a> and bifurcating Jammu and Kashmir, saying the exercise was 'carried out within the framework of the Constitution of the Republic of India.'

“We proceed from fact that the changes associated with the 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,” said Russian foreign ministry.

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Russian Foreign Ministry, in a statement issued, said it expects that India and Pakistan will not allow aggravation of the situation in the region due to the change by government of India in the status of the state of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/restrictions-to-be-eased-in-kashmir-police-chief-241675">Jammu and Kashmir</a>.

So far, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, US, UN have reacted to the Indian decision on Kashmir. While Maldives, UAE, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Thailand have called it an internal matter of India, Saudi and Malaysia have said that India Pakistan should peacefully settle the issues.

The Maldives, a member of the organisation of Islamic cooperation (OIC) went ahead to say that "we believe that it is the right of every sovereign nation to amend their laws as required."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/history-of-kashmir-and-what-revoking-of-special-status-means-240878">In pics: History of Kashmir and what revoking of special status means</a>

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-nsa-ajit-doval-visit-srinagar-asks-authorities-to-ensure-safety-of-locals-241727">PM Narendra Modi government </a>on August 5 revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

Yesterday, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his nod to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019, making it into law. The bill was passed in both houses of the Indian Parliament earlier this week with 370 votes in its favour and 70 against it.

The Bill provides for the formation of the Union Territory of Ladakh without legislature and a separate one for Jammu and Kashmir with the legislature. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh will come into existence as separate Union Territories on October 31.

Meanwhile, Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia on Saturday supported India's move of scrapping Article 370 and bifurcating Jammu and Kashmir, saying the exercise was 'carried out within the framework of the Constitution of the Republic of India.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia on Saturday supported India's move of scrapping Article 370 and bifurcating Jammu and Kashmir, saying the exercise was 'carried out within the framework of the Constitution of the Republic of India.' “We proceed from fact that the changes associated with the 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,” said Russian foreign ministry. Watch: Understanding China's stance on Kashmir × Russian Foreign Ministry, in a statement issued, said it expects that India and Pakistan will not allow aggravation of the situation in the region due to the change by government of India in the status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. So far, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, US, UN have reacted to the Indian decision on Kashmir. While Maldives, UAE, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Thailand have called it an internal matter of India, Saudi and Malaysia have said that India Pakistan should peacefully settle the issues. The Maldives, a member of the organisation of Islamic cooperation (OIC) went ahead to say that "we believe that it is the right of every sovereign nation to amend their laws as required." In pics: History of Kashmir and what revoking of special status means The PM Narendra Modi government on August 5 revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. Yesterday, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his nod to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019, making it into law. The bill was passed in both houses of the Indian Parliament earlier this week with 370 votes in its favour and 70 against it. The Bill provides for the formation of the Union Territory of Ladakh without legislature and a separate one for Jammu and Kashmir with the legislature. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh will come into existence as separate Union Territories on October 31. Meanwhile, Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

Article 370: Russia backs Modi government's move; says change in status of Jammu and Kashmir within framework of Indian Constitution

Congress leader Harish Rawat said on Saturday that Sonia Gandhi is the new interim president of the Congress party.

He made the announcement after a meeting of Congress Working Committee (CWC) at the party headquarters in New Delhi.

Earlier, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad had said that Sonia Gandhi is the "new Congress President".

Congress party general secretary K C Venugopal said that the party&nbsp;unanimously elected Sonia Gandhi.

Venugopal said that Congress Working Committee (CWC) has unanimously resolved to request Sonia Gandhi to take over as the Interim president, pending the election of a regular president by the AICC.

Venugopal also said that CWC unanimously resolved that Rahul Gandhi should continue as Congress president and requested him to accept this decision, however, he declined to withdraw his resignation.

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Former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leaders AK Antony, Mallikarjun Kharge,&nbsp;Jyotiraditya Scindia,&nbsp;Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, P Chidambaram and several others were present.

Congress leader Harish Rawat said on Saturday that Sonia Gandhi is the new interim president of the Congress party. He made the announcement after a meeting of Congress Working Committee (CWC) at the party headquarters in New Delhi.

Congress leader Harish Rawat said on Saturday that Sonia Gandhi is the new interim president of the Congress party. He made the announcement after a meeting of Congress Working Committee (CWC) at the party headquarters in New Delhi. Earlier, Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad had said that Sonia Gandhi is the "new Congress President". Congress party general secretary K C Venugopal said that the party unanimously elected Sonia Gandhi. Venugopal said that Congress Working Committee (CWC) has unanimously resolved to request Sonia Gandhi to take over as the Interim president, pending the election of a regular president by the AICC. Venugopal also said that CWC unanimously resolved that Rahul Gandhi should continue as Congress president and requested him to accept this decision, however, he declined to withdraw his resignation. Ghulam Nabi Azad, Congress: Sonia Gandhi is the new Congress president. pic.twitter.com/tMkQNijDeM — ANI (@ANI) August 10, 2019 × Former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leaders AK Antony, Mallikarjun Kharge, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, P Chidambaram and several others were present.

Sonia Gandhi to be interim Congress president

Normalcy was restored in Jammu on Saturday as the city woke up to the familiar sight of young children racing to school.&nbsp;

Many children along with their parents and grandparents were seen waiting for their school buses and vans to arrive.

Yesterday, the District Magistrate of Jammu had withdrawn section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits an assembly of more than four people, which was imposed in the district five days ago.

'The order dated August 5 issued under section 144 CrPC, within Municipal Limits of Jammu district is hereby withdrawn,' read the order issued by Sushma Chauhan, District Magistrate, Jammu.

As per the order, all schools, colleges and academic institutions that are closed can resume functioning normally from Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/section-144-imposed-in-jk-internet-services-suspended-240701">Section 144 was imposed in the backdrop of the whittling down of Article 370</a> and bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two UTs Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.&nbsp;

Normalcy was restored in Jammu on Saturday as the city woke up to the familiar sight of young children racing to school. Many children along with their parents and grandparents were seen waiting for their school buses and vans to arrive.

Normalcy was restored in Jammu on Saturday as the city woke up to the familiar sight of young children racing to school. Many children along with their parents and grandparents were seen waiting for their school buses and vans to arrive. Yesterday, the District Magistrate of Jammu had withdrawn section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits an assembly of more than four people, which was imposed in the district five days ago. 'The order dated August 5 issued under section 144 CrPC, within Municipal Limits of Jammu district is hereby withdrawn,' read the order issued by Sushma Chauhan, District Magistrate, Jammu. As per the order, all schools, colleges and academic institutions that are closed can resume functioning normally from Saturday. Section 144 was imposed in the backdrop of the whittling down of Article 370 and bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two UTs Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Section 144 withdrawn from Jammu; schools, colleges re-open after five days

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Friday announced that a campaign to eradicate malnutrition and anaemia will be launched in all districts to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

'The state government has set the goal to make Chhattisgarh malnutrition and anaemia free within the next three years. Under this campaign, people suffering from malnutrition and anaemia will be provided free of cost nutritious food every day,' the Chief Minister said while addressing the state-level programme held in Vikas Nagar Stadium of District Headquarters Kondagaon today.

'According to the latest data released by the NITI Aayog, 37.60 per cent children of age below 5 years<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chhattisgarh-seven-naxals-killed-in-encounter-in-rajnandgaon-240364"> in Chhattisgarh</a> are suffering from malnutrition and 41.50 per cent daughters and mothers in the state are suffering from anaemia,' he said.

The Chief Minister said that the campaign to make Chhattisgarh free of malnutrition and anaemia was started as a pilot project in Korba, Sarguja, Koriya and selected panchayats of other districts in Bastar region, under which free nutritious food was provided to all the people suffering from anaemia and malnutrition.

'This campaign was initiated as a pilot project in the Bastar region from July 2019 and it will be soon conducted in other aspirational districts of the state as well... The campaign will be launched on Gandhi Jayanti, free nutritious meals will be provided every day to the patients of malnutrition and anaemia, as per the list issued by each of the gram panchayat, customized as per their physical requirement and preferences,' he said.

Baghel said he will ensure maximum participation of renowned charitable organisations, public representatives, NGOs, media groups and other competent people.

The Chief Minister also announced a hike in scholarship for students of pre-metric hostels from Rs 700 to Rs 1000 and a significant increase in the number of seats in the colleges.

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Friday announced that a campaign to eradicate malnutrition and anaemia will be launched in all districts to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Friday announced that a campaign to eradicate malnutrition and anaemia will be launched in all districts to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. 'The state government has set the goal to make Chhattisgarh malnutrition and anaemia free within the next three years. Under this campaign, people suffering from malnutrition and anaemia will be provided free of cost nutritious food every day,' the Chief Minister said while addressing the state-level programme held in Vikas Nagar Stadium of District Headquarters Kondagaon today. 'According to the latest data released by the NITI Aayog, 37.60 per cent children of age below 5 years in Chhattisgarh are suffering from malnutrition and 41.50 per cent daughters and mothers in the state are suffering from anaemia,' he said. The Chief Minister said that the campaign to make Chhattisgarh free of malnutrition and anaemia was started as a pilot project in Korba, Sarguja, Koriya and selected panchayats of other districts in Bastar region, under which free nutritious food was provided to all the people suffering from anaemia and malnutrition. 'This campaign was initiated as a pilot project in the Bastar region from July 2019 and it will be soon conducted in other aspirational districts of the state as well... The campaign will be launched on Gandhi Jayanti, free nutritious meals will be provided every day to the patients of malnutrition and anaemia, as per the list issued by each of the gram panchayat, customized as per their physical requirement and preferences,' he said. Baghel said he will ensure maximum participation of renowned charitable organisations, public representatives, NGOs, media groups and other competent people. The Chief Minister also announced a hike in scholarship for students of pre-metric hostels from Rs 700 to Rs 1000 and a significant increase in the number of seats in the colleges.

Chhattisgarh government sets a goal to make the state free from malnutrition, anemia in next 3 years

As incessant rains crippled normal life in the district, nearly 30,000 people were preventively evacuated to relief camps in Wayanad.

Heavy downpour coupled with flooding and frequent landslides have wreaked havoc in the southern state.

"We have done preventive evacuation from most of the vulnerable locations, nearly 30,000 people are now in relief camps," said AR Ajayakumar, District Collector Wayanad.

"The situation is totally under control at present, there is no need to panic. Apart from a major landslide reported in Puthumala near Meppadi, no other such major incident has been reported," he said.

Congress leader <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-floods-rahul-gandhi-to-visit-wayanad-tomorrow-241999">Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Wayanad</a>, his Lok Sabha constituency, on Sunday.

Around 28 people have died and 27 others have sustained injuries following incessant rains and overflowing of rivers in several parts of Kerala, said the state government on Friday.

The rescue operation teams were seen evacuating senior citizens, women, children, and others by carrying them either on their shoulders or palanquins through the debris of landslides and floodwater.

As many as 24 relief camps have started functioning in the state. As many as eight Engineer Task Force (ETF) teams have been deployed in various districts like Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Malappuram, Wayanad, Kannur and Kozhikode.

As incessant rains crippled normal life in the district, nearly 30,000 people were preventively evacuated to relief camps in Wayanad. Heavy downpour coupled with flooding and frequent landslides have wreaked havoc in the southern state.

As incessant rains crippled normal life in the district, nearly 30,000 people were preventively evacuated to relief camps in Wayanad. Heavy downpour coupled with flooding and frequent landslides have wreaked havoc in the southern state. "We have done preventive evacuation from most of the vulnerable locations, nearly 30,000 people are now in relief camps," said AR Ajayakumar, District Collector Wayanad. "The situation is totally under control at present, there is no need to panic. Apart from a major landslide reported in Puthumala near Meppadi, no other such major incident has been reported," he said. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Wayanad, his Lok Sabha constituency, on Sunday. Around 28 people have died and 27 others have sustained injuries following incessant rains and overflowing of rivers in several parts of Kerala, said the state government on Friday. The rescue operation teams were seen evacuating senior citizens, women, children, and others by carrying them either on their shoulders or palanquins through the debris of landslides and floodwater. As many as 24 relief camps have started functioning in the state. As many as eight Engineer Task Force (ETF) teams have been deployed in various districts like Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Malappuram, Wayanad, Kannur and Kozhikode.

Kerala: Around 30,000 evacuated to relief camps in Wayanad

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd launched the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel on Saturday.

The Fast Patrol Vessel to be commissioned as ICGS Kanaklata Barua, is the last in the series of Five FPVs to be built by GRSE for the Indian Coast Guard.

The ship was launched by Veena Ajay Kumar, wife of Dr Ajay Kumar, Secretary Defence (Production). The ceremony was held in the presence of Rear Admiral VK Saxena, IN(Retd), Chairman and Managing Director, GRSE, Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, Commander Coast Guard Region (North-East), senior officials of GRSE and Indian Coast Guard.

The&nbsp;ship is 50 metres long, 7.5 metres wide and has a displacement of around 308 tons.&nbsp;

These Fast Patrol Vessels are designed for a maximum speed of 34 knots with an endurance of more than 1500 nautical miles.&nbsp;

These vessels come with an efficient hull form developed in-house and proven after extensive model testing.

These fuel-efficient and powerful platforms are well suited for patrolling, anti-smuggling, anti-poaching, and rescue operations.&nbsp;

They come fitted with state-of-the-art Main Engines with Advanced Control Systems and Water Jet Units and an 'Integrated Bridge System' assimilating all communication and navigation systems.&nbsp;

The key armament of a 40/60 gun and improved habitability features with fully air-conditioned modular accommodation for 35 personnel are the other salient features of these ships.

GRSE is one of the major shipyards in India, besides the Mumbai, Goa, Cochin and Vizag that produce warships for the Indian Navy.

GRSE since 1960, has built several ships like - Frigate, Anti Submarine Warfare Corvette, Missile Corvette, Landing Ship Tank, Landing Craft Utility, Survey Vessel, Fleet Replenishment Tanker, Fast Patrol Vessel, Offshore Patrol Vessel, Inshore Patrol Vessel, Fast Attack Craft, Hover Craft, Fast Interceptor Boat and several others.

Besides shipbuilding, it also carries out ship repairs.

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd launched the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel on Saturday. The Fast Patrol Vessel to be commissioned as ICGS Kanaklata Barua, is the last in the series of Five FPVs to be built by GRSE for the Indian Coast Guard.

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd launched the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel on Saturday. The Fast Patrol Vessel to be commissioned as ICGS Kanaklata Barua, is the last in the series of Five FPVs to be built by GRSE for the Indian Coast Guard. The ship was launched by Veena Ajay Kumar, wife of Dr Ajay Kumar, Secretary Defence (Production). The ceremony was held in the presence of Rear Admiral VK Saxena, IN(Retd), Chairman and Managing Director, GRSE, Inspector General Rajan Bargotra, Commander Coast Guard Region (North-East), senior officials of GRSE and Indian Coast Guard. The ship is 50 metres long, 7.5 metres wide and has a displacement of around 308 tons. These Fast Patrol Vessels are designed for a maximum speed of 34 knots with an endurance of more than 1500 nautical miles. These vessels come with an efficient hull form developed in-house and proven after extensive model testing. These fuel-efficient and powerful platforms are well suited for patrolling, anti-smuggling, anti-poaching, and rescue operations. They come fitted with state-of-the-art Main Engines with Advanced Control Systems and Water Jet Units and an 'Integrated Bridge System' assimilating all communication and navigation systems. The key armament of a 40/60 gun and improved habitability features with fully air-conditioned modular accommodation for 35 personnel are the other salient features of these ships. GRSE is one of the major shipyards in India, besides the Mumbai, Goa, Cochin and Vizag that produce warships for the Indian Navy. GRSE since 1960, has built several ships like - Frigate, Anti Submarine Warfare Corvette, Missile Corvette, Landing Ship Tank, Landing Craft Utility, Survey Vessel, Fleet Replenishment Tanker, Fast Patrol Vessel, Offshore Patrol Vessel, Inshore Patrol Vessel, Fast Attack Craft, Hover Craft, Fast Interceptor Boat and several others. Besides shipbuilding, it also carries out ship repairs.

GRSE launches fifth Fast Patrol Vessel for Indian Coast Guard

Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting is underway&nbsp;at the party headquarters to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cwc-to-meet-again-at-830pm-today-to-choose-new-party-chief-as-rahul-refuses-to-budge-242011">choose next party president</a>&nbsp;after Rahul Gandhi refused to reconsider his resignation following poll debacle.

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leaders AK Antony, Mallikarjun Kharge and Jyotiraditya Scindia arrived at All India Congress Committee (AICC) office for Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting a little while ago.

Rahul Gandhi, UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and her daughter and party's general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also reached the party headquarters for the meeting.

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Earlier, Sonia Gandhi told reporters she and Rahul Gandhi were not a part of the five regionwise groups formed in the CWC to elect the new party chief.

"Rahul and I cannot participate in the election of the new party chief. Putting our names is not good," she said.

According to sources, the front runners for the position are party's general secretary Mukul Wasnik and Karnataka stalwart Mallikarjun Kharge.

Wasnik is the senior-most general secretary acceptable to most of the factions. Kharge, on the other hand, is a veteran leader from South India who lost Lok Sabha elections in 2019.&nbsp;

Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting is underway at the party headquarters to choose next party president after Rahul Gandhi refused to reconsider his resignation following poll debacle.

Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting is underway at the party headquarters to choose next party president after Rahul Gandhi refused to reconsider his resignation following poll debacle. Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leaders AK Antony, Mallikarjun Kharge and Jyotiraditya Scindia arrived at All India Congress Committee (AICC) office for Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting a little while ago. Rahul Gandhi, UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and her daughter and party's general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also reached the party headquarters for the meeting. #Delhi: UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrive at All India Congress Committee (AICC) office for Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting. pic.twitter.com/iTKsqHtTaP — ANI (@ANI) August 10, 2019 × Earlier, Sonia Gandhi told reporters she and Rahul Gandhi were not a part of the five regionwise groups formed in the CWC to elect the new party chief. "Rahul and I cannot participate in the election of the new party chief. Putting our names is not good," she said. According to sources, the front runners for the position are party's general secretary Mukul Wasnik and Karnataka stalwart Mallikarjun Kharge. Wasnik is the senior-most general secretary acceptable to most of the factions. Kharge, on the other hand, is a veteran leader from South India who lost Lok Sabha elections in 2019.

Congress Working Committee meeting underway to choose next party president

A crucial meeting of the Congress Working Committee (CWC), which is the party's top decision-making body, has begun for a second time to take a call on who would succeed Rahul Gandhi as the party chief. Watch this video to know more.

India: Congress president to be chosen today by CWC

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US President Donald Trump said Friday that he agreed with Kim Jong Un's opposition to US-South Korea war games, refusing to criticise missile tests that Pyongyang said are a "solemn warning" over the exercises.

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Trade tariffs imposed by the United States against China will moderately slow the country's economic growth this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-28-dead-27-injured-7-missing-following-heavy-rains-241904">Kerala: 28 dead, 27 injured, 7 missing following heavy rains</a>

Around 28 people have died and 27 others sustained injuries following incessant rains and overflowing of rivers in several parts of Kerala, said the government on Friday.

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President Donald Trump on Friday defended controversial mass raids that led to the arrest of 680 undocumented migrants in the southeastern United States, saying they were an effective way to thwart illegal entry into the country.

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The doctors at All India Institute of Medical Sciences(AIIMS) on Saturday informed the Vice President Venkaiah Naidu that former finance minister Arun Jaitley is responding to the treatment and his condition is stable.

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North Korea tests two missiles shortly after Donald Trump says received 'beautiful letter' from Kim Jong-un US President Donald Trump said Friday that he agreed with Kim Jong Un's opposition to US-South Korea war games, refusing to criticise missile tests that Pyongyang said are a "solemn warning" over the exercises.

North Korea tests two missiles shortly after Donald Trump says received 'beautiful letter' from Kim Jong-un US President Donald Trump said Friday that he agreed with Kim Jong Un's opposition to US-South Korea war games, refusing to criticise missile tests that Pyongyang said are a "solemn warning" over the exercises. Trade war with the US to moderately slow down China's economic growth in 2019: International Monetary Fund Trade tariffs imposed by the United States against China will moderately slow the country's economic growth this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Friday. Kerala: 28 dead, 27 injured, 7 missing following heavy rains Around 28 people have died and 27 others sustained injuries following incessant rains and overflowing of rivers in several parts of Kerala, said the government on Friday. Donald Trump defends immigration raids; says it 'serves as very good deterrent' President Donald Trump on Friday defended controversial mass raids that led to the arrest of 680 undocumented migrants in the southeastern United States, saying they were an effective way to thwart illegal entry into the country. Arun Jaitley’s health condition is stable: AIIMS doctors inform Vice President The doctors at All India Institute of Medical Sciences(AIIMS) on Saturday informed the Vice President Venkaiah Naidu that former finance minister Arun Jaitley is responding to the treatment and his condition is stable.

News brief: Big stories of the day

Normalcy was restored in Jammu on Saturday as the city woke up to the familiar sight of young children racing to school. Yesterday, the District Magistrate of Jammu had withdrawn section 144 of CrPC, which prohibits an assembly of more than four people, which was imposed in the district five days ago. Watch this video to know more.

Situation returning to normal in J&K, Schools re-open after five days

Flood fury continues in Southwest India. According to the reports, 42 are dead in Kerala and 24 in Karnataka. Also, more than two lakh people have been evacuated to safer places from three districts of Kolhapur, Sangli, and Satara. Watch this video to know more.

Flood fury continues in Southwest India, 42 dead in Kerala

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