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An Indian Air Force Jaguar has crashed in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar, the news agency ANI has reported.&nbsp;

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Video footage of the crash showed thick grey and black smoke billowing from the plane's wreckage.&nbsp;

ANI added that the Jaguar had taken off from Gorakhpur air force base, and that the pilot was able to eject safely.&nbsp;

A court of inquiry has been ordered into the crash.&nbsp;

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The Jaguar is a British-French attack jet aircraft originally used by the British Royal Air Force and the French Air Force in the close air support and nuclear strike roles.&nbsp;

It was manufactured by France's Dassault Aviation and the UK's British Aircraft Corporation

It was retired by France in 2005 and the UK in 2007. It continues to be used by the Indian Air Force, albeit in significantly upgraded form.&nbsp;

In India, the Jaguar was manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.&nbsp;

An Indian Air Force Jaguar has crashed in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar, the news agency ANI has reported. An Indian Air Force Jaguar fighter plane crashes in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh.

An Indian Air Force Jaguar has crashed in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar, the news agency ANI has reported. An Indian Air Force Jaguar fighter plane crashes in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/6ZIlxssenS — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × Video footage of the crash showed thick grey and black smoke billowing from the plane's wreckage. ANI added that the Jaguar had taken off from Gorakhpur air force base, and that the pilot was able to eject safely. A court of inquiry has been ordered into the crash. Uttar Pradesh: Latest visuals from Kushinagar where an Indian Air Force Jaguar fighter plane crashed today, the pilot managed to eject safely. A court of inquiry has been ordered to investigate the accident. pic.twitter.com/MZxgwjWHrS — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × The Jaguar is a British-French attack jet aircraft originally used by the British Royal Air Force and the French Air Force in the close air support and nuclear strike roles. It was manufactured by France's Dassault Aviation and the UK's British Aircraft Corporation It was retired by France in 2005 and the UK in 2007. It continues to be used by the Indian Air Force, albeit in significantly upgraded form. In India, the Jaguar was manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

Indian Air Force Jaguar crashes in UP's Kushinagar, pilot safe

The Bharatiya Janata Party has said Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's "<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-who-dont-keep-promise-get-beaten-up-by-people-nitin-gadkari-193233">sapne</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-who-dont-keep-promise-get-beaten-up-by-people-nitin-gadkari-193233"> </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-who-dont-keep-promise-get-beaten-up-by-people-nitin-gadkari-193233">dikhaane</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-who-dont-keep-promise-get-beaten-up-by-people-nitin-gadkari-193233"> </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/leaders-who-dont-keep-promise-get-beaten-up-by-people-nitin-gadkari-193233">waale</a>" comment was aimed at the Congress and its president Rahul Gandhi, and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi.&nbsp;

The BJP's GVL Narasimha Rao said Gadkari's comments were being "twisted and political benefit being taken out of it".&nbsp;

"He (Gadkari) was hinting towards Congress that only gave slogans of 'Garibi Hatao' but didn't do anything for poverty alleviation and towards Rahul Gandhi who makes empty promises," Rao said.&nbsp;

“Sapne dikhane waale neta logon ko acche lagte hain, par dikhaye hue sapne agar pure nahi kiye to janta unki pitayi bhi karti hai (People like politicians who show them dreams. But if those dreams are not fulfilled, then the people also thrash those politicians),” Gadkari had said on Sunday.&nbsp;

“Isliye sapne wahi dikhao jo pure ho sakein. Main sapne dikhane waale mein se nahi hu. Main jo bolta hu, woh 100 per cent danke ki chot par pura hota hai (That is why you must only show those dreams that can be fulfilled. I am not among those who show dreams. Whatever I say, I fulfill it 100 per cent),” Gadkari had added.&nbsp;

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Gadkari made his comments in Mumbai while addressing a gathering to launch a new BJP-affiliated transport outfit — the Navbhartiya Shiv Vahatuk Sanghathana (NSVS).&nbsp;

Speculation has been rife ever since that he was talking about Modi. Most commentators agree that Modi has been able to deliver less in his four-and-a-half years in power than he promised before the 2014 elections.&nbsp;

Gadkari, who is a Sangh favourite, is often seen as a potential successor to Modi.&nbsp;

This is not the first time Gadkari — he is minister of road transport and highways, shipping and water resources, river development and Ganga rejuvenation — has made "uncomfortable" statements.&nbsp;

He had also said the BJP leadership should own up to the defeats in the Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh state elections. That was thought to be a barb aimed at Prime Minister Modi again and BJP president Amit Shah.&nbsp;

The Bharatiya Janata Party has said Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's "sapne dikhaane waale" comment was aimed at the Congress and its president Rahul Gandhi, and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Bharatiya Janata Party has said Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's "sapne dikhaane waale" comment was aimed at the Congress and its president Rahul Gandhi, and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The BJP's GVL Narasimha Rao said Gadkari's comments were being "twisted and political benefit being taken out of it". "He (Gadkari) was hinting towards Congress that only gave slogans of 'Garibi Hatao' but didn't do anything for poverty alleviation and towards Rahul Gandhi who makes empty promises," Rao said. “Sapne dikhane waale neta logon ko acche lagte hain, par dikhaye hue sapne agar pure nahi kiye to janta unki pitayi bhi karti hai (People like politicians who show them dreams. But if those dreams are not fulfilled, then the people also thrash those politicians),” Gadkari had said on Sunday. “Isliye sapne wahi dikhao jo pure ho sakein. Main sapne dikhane waale mein se nahi hu. Main jo bolta hu, woh 100 per cent danke ki chot par pura hota hai (That is why you must only show those dreams that can be fulfilled. I am not among those who show dreams. Whatever I say, I fulfill it 100 per cent),” Gadkari had added. N Gadkari: Sapne dikhane waale neta logon ko acche lagte hain,par dikhaye hue sapne agar pure nahi kiye to janta unki pitayi bhi karti hai.Isliye sapne wahi dikhao jo pure ho sakein....Mai sapne dikhane waale mein se nahi hu.Mai jo bolta hu wo 100% danke ki chot par pura hota hai pic.twitter.com/SRISZyCffS — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2019 × GVL Narasimha Rao, BJP: Nitin Gadkari's comments are now being twisted&political benefit being taken out of it. He was hinting towards Congress that only gave slogans of 'Garibi Hatao' but didn't do anything for poverty alleviation & towards Rahul Gandhi who makes empty promises pic.twitter.com/KcGdeI2RN1 — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × Gadkari made his comments in Mumbai while addressing a gathering to launch a new BJP-affiliated transport outfit — the Navbhartiya Shiv Vahatuk Sanghathana (NSVS). Speculation has been rife ever since that he was talking about Modi. Most commentators agree that Modi has been able to deliver less in his four-and-a-half years in power than he promised before the 2014 elections. Gadkari, who is a Sangh favourite, is often seen as a potential successor to Modi. This is not the first time Gadkari — he is minister of road transport and highways, shipping and water resources, river development and Ganga rejuvenation — has made "uncomfortable" statements. He had also said the BJP leadership should own up to the defeats in the Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh state elections. That was thought to be a barb aimed at Prime Minister Modi again and BJP president Amit Shah.

Nitin Gadkari's 'sapne dikhane waale' comment: BJP says he was talking about Congress

Karnataka Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Monday said he was ready to step down, in what has become yet another indicator that all was not well in the Congress-JD(S) coalition.

According to reports Congress MLAs reportedly said: "Siddaramaiah is their leader".

Kumaraswamy said, "Congress MLAs say Siddaramaiah is their leader, Congress leaders have to watch all that issues, I'm not the concerned person for it. If they want to continue with it, I'm ready to step down. They're crossing the line... Congress leaders must control their MLAs."

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Denying that there was any trouble, Siddaramaiah said he will speak to Kumaraswamy to clear the air. "You (media) are the people who create trouble. You ask one person, then second person and then third person. There is no trouble," he told reporters.

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The rift between the Congress and Janata Dal (Secular) has been evident for months, and there has been speculation over how long the coalition government would survive in Karnataka.&nbsp;

(With inputs from ANI)

Karnataka Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Monday said he was ready to step down, in what has become yet another indicator that all was not well in the Congress-JD(S) coalition.

Karnataka Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Monday said he was ready to step down, in what has become yet another indicator that all was not well in the Congress-JD(S) coalition. According to reports Congress MLAs reportedly said: "Siddaramaiah is their leader". Kumaraswamy said, "Congress MLAs say Siddaramaiah is their leader, Congress leaders have to watch all that issues, I'm not the concerned person for it. If they want to continue with it, I'm ready to step down. They're crossing the line... Congress leaders must control their MLAs." #WATCH: Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy says "...If they want to continue with the same thing, I am ready to step down. They are crossing the line", when asked 'Congress MLAs are saying that Siddaramaiah is their CM'.' pic.twitter.com/qwErh4aEq4 — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × Karnataka Dy CM on 'Congress MLAs say Siddaramaiah is their leader'': Siddaramaiah has been best CM. He is our CLP leader. For the MLA, he (Siddaramaiah) is the CM. He has expressed his opinion. What is wrong in that? We are all happy with him (Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy). pic.twitter.com/bnvAUiM9OA — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × Denying that there was any trouble, Siddaramaiah said he will speak to Kumaraswamy to clear the air. "You (media) are the people who create trouble. You ask one person, then second person and then third person. There is no trouble," he told reporters. Former Karnataka CM & Congress leader Siddaramaiah on 'Congress MLAs say Siddaramaiah is their leader': You (media) are the people who create trouble. You ask one person, then second person and then third person. There is no trouble, I will speak to HD Kumaraswamy pic.twitter.com/Be7letrUrQ — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2019 × The rift between the Congress and Janata Dal (Secular) has been evident for months, and there has been speculation over how long the coalition government would survive in Karnataka. (With inputs from ANI)

Congress MLAs crossing the line, I'm ready to step down: Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy

The Jaguar had taken off from Gorakhpur air force base.

Indian Air Force Jaguar crashes in UP's Kushinagar

The Supreme Court Monday directed the Centre to provide it various details including the number of functional detention centres in Assam and the number of foreigners detained there during the last 10 years.&nbsp;

A bench comprising Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justice Sanjiv Khanna was hearing a petition filed by activist Harsh Mander on the condition of detention centres in Assam and the prolonged detention of foreigners there.&nbsp;

The apex court asked the Centre to provide various details about the detention centres, the period of detention of detainees and the status of their cases before the Foreigners Tribunal.&nbsp;

"We would like to know as to how many detention centres are there. We also want to know how many persons are lodged there and since when," the bench said.&nbsp;

The bench also asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to provide details as to how many persons are being declared foreigners so far and how many of them have been deported till date. 
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The bench also sought the year-wise details of foreigners who have illegally entered into India during the last 10 years.&nbsp;

The bench, which has sought details within three weeks form the authority, has now posted the matter for further hearing on February 19. 
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The Supreme Court Monday directed the Centre to provide it various details including the number of functional detention centres in Assam and the number of foreigners detained there during the last 10 years.

The Supreme Court Monday directed the Centre to provide it various details including the number of functional detention centres in Assam and the number of foreigners detained there during the last 10 years. A bench comprising Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi and Justice Sanjiv Khanna was hearing a petition filed by activist Harsh Mander on the condition of detention centres in Assam and the prolonged detention of foreigners there. The apex court asked the Centre to provide various details about the detention centres, the period of detention of detainees and the status of their cases before the Foreigners Tribunal. "We would like to know as to how many detention centres are there. We also want to know how many persons are lodged there and since when," the bench said. The bench also asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to provide details as to how many persons are being declared foreigners so far and how many of them have been deported till date. The bench also sought the year-wise details of foreigners who have illegally entered into India during the last 10 years. The bench, which has sought details within three weeks form the authority, has now posted the matter for further hearing on February 19.

Supreme Court seeks information on detention centres & foreigners detained in Assam

The Shiv Sena Monday said it is "unfortunate" that the icon of the country's freedom struggle Veer Savarkar has been neglected even in the "Modi era" and not honoured with the Bharat Ratna.

It also said that the highest civilian award has been conferred on veteran artiste late Bhupen Hazarika only with an eye on the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, which is a "wrong" thing.

The Sena, an ally of the BJP at the Centre and in Maharashtra, has since long been demanding the highest civilian award for Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, who spent the prime of his life at the Cellular Jail in Andaman after being sentenced to life.

Sena's Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut had a few years back written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying it was high time that the NDA government honoured Savarkar with the Bharat Ratna so as to rectify the "mistakes" of earlier governments which had "deliberately neglected" him due to his staunch Hindutva views.

"The Congress insulted Savarkar during its regime. But what did the Modi government do after coming to power? The BJP was pitching hard for the Bharat Ratna for Savarkar when it was in opposition. But neither the Ram temple got constructed nor Savarkar got the Bharat Ratna," the Sena said in an editorial in party mouthpiece 'Saamana'.

"It is unfortunate that even in the 'Modi era', Savarkar has not been given the Bharat Ratna," it rued.

The Uddhav Thackeray-led party noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had gone to Andaman last month and visited the cell where Savarkar was once jailed.

"He (Modi) did some mediation but it got washed away in the waves of an ocean," it said in sarcastic remarks.

Patting itself over Pranab Mukherjee being conferred the Bharat Ratna, the Sena said it had backed his candidature for the president's post despite opposition from the BJP.

"If Mukherjee was 'Bharat Ratna', then why was he not given the second term as president. His election would have been unopposed," it opined.

The Shiv Sena Monday said it is "unfortunate" that the icon of the country's freedom struggle Veer Savarkar has been neglected even in the "Modi era" and not honoured with the Bharat Ratna.

The Shiv Sena Monday said it is "unfortunate" that the icon of the country's freedom struggle Veer Savarkar has been neglected even in the "Modi era" and not honoured with the Bharat Ratna. It also said that the highest civilian award has been conferred on veteran artiste late Bhupen Hazarika only with an eye on the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, which is a "wrong" thing. The Sena, an ally of the BJP at the Centre and in Maharashtra, has since long been demanding the highest civilian award for Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, who spent the prime of his life at the Cellular Jail in Andaman after being sentenced to life. Sena's Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut had a few years back written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying it was high time that the NDA government honoured Savarkar with the Bharat Ratna so as to rectify the "mistakes" of earlier governments which had "deliberately neglected" him due to his staunch Hindutva views. "The Congress insulted Savarkar during its regime. But what did the Modi government do after coming to power? The BJP was pitching hard for the Bharat Ratna for Savarkar when it was in opposition. But neither the Ram temple got constructed nor Savarkar got the Bharat Ratna," the Sena said in an editorial in party mouthpiece 'Saamana'. "It is unfortunate that even in the 'Modi era', Savarkar has not been given the Bharat Ratna," it rued. The Uddhav Thackeray-led party noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had gone to Andaman last month and visited the cell where Savarkar was once jailed. "He (Modi) did some mediation but it got washed away in the waves of an ocean," it said in sarcastic remarks. Patting itself over Pranab Mukherjee being conferred the Bharat Ratna, the Sena said it had backed his candidature for the president's post despite opposition from the BJP. "If Mukherjee was 'Bharat Ratna', then why was he not given the second term as president. His election would have been unopposed," it opined.

Shiv Sena hits out at Modi govt for not honouring Savarkar with Bharat Ratna

Afghanistan is all set to use Chabahar to connect to India. According to Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban development, Afghanistan is preparing to ship the first cargo of 5 containers through Chabahar to India and this will happen within a months time.&nbsp;

The cargo will contain mung beans and each container will weigh about 22 tons. The delivery of cargo will be carried out under theInternational Road Transports (TIR) system.

According to Afghanistan's ministry of foreign affairs and transport quoted by Iranian ministry, "this cargo will be shipped as a pilot form Afghanistan to India."

TIR system streamlines procedures at borders and reduces the administrative burden for customs authorities.

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Meanwhile, India has formally established shipping lines to Chabahar. The first such ship arrived on Sunday. This was announced in a release from the Iranian Prime Minister's office. &nbsp;

It has been decided that regular ships from 3 Indian ports --Mumbai, Kandla and Mundra will now regularly go to the Iranian port every 2 weeks.

The director general of Sistan-Baluchestan Ports and Maritime Organisation Behrouz Aqayee said in the release, "With the arrival of the first 3700TEU container at Shahid Beheshti Chabahar port, for the first time, the shipping line between the ports of Mumbai-Mundra-Kandla have opened".

The development comes a month after India took over operations at the port. The Commercial operations at the port began on 30th December with the arrival of a Cyprus registered bulk carrier with 72458 MT of corn cargo. The vessel MV Macheras berthed at the terminal on 30th December 2018. This is the first time India will be operating a port outside its territories.

The port is crucial for India's connectivity to Afghanistan and to Central Asia and North-South Transport Corridor that connects Mumbai to Moscow.

The port is very important for landlocked Afghanistan which is keen to get connect itself with international markets. It already has an air corridor with India, opened in 2017.

Uzbek ambassador to India, Farhod Arziev speaking to WION has said "Any projects that can help Uzbekistan to reach the international market we see positively. The projects like Chabahar creates an opportunity for central Asia."

Afghanistan is all set to use Chabahar to connect to India. According to Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban development, Afghanistan is preparing to ship the first cargo of 5 containers through Chabahar to India and this will happen within a months time.

Afghanistan is all set to use Chabahar to connect to India. According to Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban development, Afghanistan is preparing to ship the first cargo of 5 containers through Chabahar to India and this will happen within a months time. The cargo will contain mung beans and each container will weigh about 22 tons. The delivery of cargo will be carried out under theInternational Road Transports (TIR) system. According to Afghanistan's ministry of foreign affairs and transport quoted by Iranian ministry, "this cargo will be shipped as a pilot form Afghanistan to India." TIR system streamlines procedures at borders and reduces the administrative burden for customs authorities. Meanwhile, India has formally established shipping lines to Chabahar. The first such ship arrived on Sunday. This was announced in a release from the Iranian Prime Minister's office. It has been decided that regular ships from 3 Indian ports --Mumbai, Kandla and Mundra will now regularly go to the Iranian port every 2 weeks. The director general of Sistan-Baluchestan Ports and Maritime Organisation Behrouz Aqayee said in the release, "With the arrival of the first 3700TEU container at Shahid Beheshti Chabahar port, for the first time, the shipping line between the ports of Mumbai-Mundra-Kandla have opened". The development comes a month after India took over operations at the port. The Commercial operations at the port began on 30th December with the arrival of a Cyprus registered bulk carrier with 72458 MT of corn cargo. The vessel MV Macheras berthed at the terminal on 30th December 2018. This is the first time India will be operating a port outside its territories. The port is crucial for India's connectivity to Afghanistan and to Central Asia and North-South Transport Corridor that connects Mumbai to Moscow. The port is very important for landlocked Afghanistan which is keen to get connect itself with international markets. It already has an air corridor with India, opened in 2017. Uzbek ambassador to India, Farhod Arziev speaking to WION has said "Any projects that can help Uzbekistan to reach the international market we see positively. The projects like Chabahar creates an opportunity for central Asia."

Chabahar port: Indian ships every two weeks; Afghan goods from next month to India from the port

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi in his first Mann ki Baat of 2019 talked about India's space programme and how it helped the region and provided "competitive launch" service to many countries.

He said, "Our satellites are a symbol of India's growing prowess. It has an important role in our better relations with many countries."

PM explained, through its competitive launch services "India is launching satellites for both developing and developed countries."

Talking about South Asia satellite he said it is a "unique initiative that has facilitated development in our friendly ties with neighbouring countries."

The satellite was launched on 5th May 2017 and barring Pakistan, all countries — Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives is part of the project. &nbsp;Under the South Asia satellite, India is providing one transponder free of cost for each country.&nbsp;

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is building a Ground-Station in Bhutan to reap the benefits of the South Asian Satellite and it is expected to be completed soon.

India will be launching Chandrayaan-2 next month. On 24th a student satellite KALAMSAT was launched.&nbsp;

In 2022, India will be launching its first man mission to space. According to the ISRO, Gaganyaan will cost less than Rs 10,000 crore and generate employment for 15000 people.

In 2017, India made history by launching the maximum number of satellites in one go. 104 satellites were launched by ISRO on PSLV C37 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. A significant number of satellites on board were from countries like the United state, Israel, Kazakhstan, UAE.

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi in his first Mann ki Baat of 2019 talked about India's space programme and how it helped the region and provided "competitive launch" service to many countries.

Indian prime minister Narendra Modi in his first Mann ki Baat of 2019 talked about India's space programme and how it helped the region and provided "competitive launch" service to many countries. He said, "Our satellites are a symbol of India's growing prowess. It has an important role in our better relations with many countries." PM explained, through its competitive launch services "India is launching satellites for both developing and developed countries." Talking about South Asia satellite he said it is a "unique initiative that has facilitated development in our friendly ties with neighbouring countries." The satellite was launched on 5th May 2017 and barring Pakistan, all countries — Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives is part of the project. Under the South Asia satellite, India is providing one transponder free of cost for each country. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is building a Ground-Station in Bhutan to reap the benefits of the South Asian Satellite and it is expected to be completed soon. India will be launching Chandrayaan-2 next month. On 24th a student satellite KALAMSAT was launched. In 2022, India will be launching its first man mission to space. According to the ISRO, Gaganyaan will cost less than Rs 10,000 crore and generate employment for 15000 people. In 2017, India made history by launching the maximum number of satellites in one go. 104 satellites were launched by ISRO on PSLV C37 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. A significant number of satellites on board were from countries like the United state, Israel, Kazakhstan, UAE.

South Asia Satellite helping better ties with neighbouring countries: PM Narendra Modi

The<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/cbi-conducts-raids-in-videocon-icici-bank-loan-case-registers-case-against-chanda-kochhar-192470"> CBI officer-in-charge</a> who lodged FIR in the alleged irregularities pertaining to the sanctioning of loans by<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/icici-bank-shares-surge-6-chanda-kochhar-quits-169384"> the ICICI bank</a> has been transferred out.

The development took place a day after CBI booked former MD and CEO of ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar, her husband and others in the case.

Sudhanshu Dhar Mishra, who was Superintendent of Police (SP) of Banking and Securities Fraud Cell of CBI, Delhi, was transferred to CBI’s Economic Offences Branch in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

He had signed FIR against Chanda Kochhar, Deepak Kochhar, Venugopal Dhoot and others on January 22 in connection with ICICI-Videocon case.

On January 24, CBI booked former Chanda Kochhar, her businessman husband Deepak Kochhar and Videocon MD Venugopal Dhoot in a case of alleged irregularities in the sanctioning of loans by the ICICI bank.

Kochhar had quit the ICICI on October 4 last year in the wake of allegations that she had favoured Videocon in the lending processes because the consumer electronics company`s founders had invested in a company of her husband Deepak Kochhar.

The CBI filed cases against the three along with some others after conducting raids at four premises in Maharashtra, the investigating agency had said.

The preliminary enquiry apparently showed that from June 2009 to October 2011, ICICI Bank had allegedly sanctioned six high-value loans to various Videocon Group companies, CBI sources said.

Chanda Kochhar had taken over the post of the Managing Director of the ICICI Bank on May 1, 2009. The companies M/S Nupower Renewables Limited (NRL) and M/S Supreme Energy Private Limited (SEPL) have also been named in the case registered by CBI.

It is alleged that SEPL was initially incorporated by Dhoot and his associate Vasant Kakade and the ownership of the company was later transferred to Deepak Kochhar by selling the shares of the company to Pinnacle Energy Trust (PET) which was owned by Kochhar.

It was also alleged that Dhoot had invested a large amount of funds in Deepak Kochhar-owned Nupower months after the Videocon group received Rs 3,250 crore as loan from the ICICI Bank in 2012.

The CBI officer-in-charge who lodged FIR in the alleged irregularities pertaining to the sanctioning of loans by the ICICI bank has been transferred out. The development took place a day after CBI booked former MD and CEO of ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar, her husband and others in the case.

The CBI officer-in-charge who lodged FIR in the alleged irregularities pertaining to the sanctioning of loans by the ICICI bank has been transferred out. The development took place a day after CBI booked former MD and CEO of ICICI Bank Chanda Kochhar, her husband and others in the case. Sudhanshu Dhar Mishra, who was Superintendent of Police (SP) of Banking and Securities Fraud Cell of CBI, Delhi, was transferred to CBI’s Economic Offences Branch in Ranchi, Jharkhand. He had signed FIR against Chanda Kochhar, Deepak Kochhar, Venugopal Dhoot and others on January 22 in connection with ICICI-Videocon case. On January 24, CBI booked former Chanda Kochhar, her businessman husband Deepak Kochhar and Videocon MD Venugopal Dhoot in a case of alleged irregularities in the sanctioning of loans by the ICICI bank. Kochhar had quit the ICICI on October 4 last year in the wake of allegations that she had favoured Videocon in the lending processes because the consumer electronics company`s founders had invested in a company of her husband Deepak Kochhar. The CBI filed cases against the three along with some others after conducting raids at four premises in Maharashtra, the investigating agency had said. The preliminary enquiry apparently showed that from June 2009 to October 2011, ICICI Bank had allegedly sanctioned six high-value loans to various Videocon Group companies, CBI sources said. Chanda Kochhar had taken over the post of the Managing Director of the ICICI Bank on May 1, 2009. The companies M/S Nupower Renewables Limited (NRL) and M/S Supreme Energy Private Limited (SEPL) have also been named in the case registered by CBI. It is alleged that SEPL was initially incorporated by Dhoot and his associate Vasant Kakade and the ownership of the company was later transferred to Deepak Kochhar by selling the shares of the company to Pinnacle Energy Trust (PET) which was owned by Kochhar. It was also alleged that Dhoot had invested a large amount of funds in Deepak Kochhar-owned Nupower months after the Videocon group received Rs 3,250 crore as loan from the ICICI Bank in 2012.

ICICI-Videocon loan case: CBI officer who lodged FIR against Chanda Kochhar transferred

In the previous address, PM remembered what and how the country progressed in 2018. Recalling the achievements, the PM said: “The year 2018 saw the launching of the world’s biggest health insurance scheme ‘Ayushman Bharat’. Electricity reached each & every village of the country this year.”

Live: Narendra Modi addresses nation in 52nd Mann Ki Baat, first of 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a visit to Jammu and Kashmir on February 3, amid questions over whether the Assembly elections in the centrally-ruled state will be held with the Lok Sabha polls due by May this year.

During the one-day visit, his fifth since becoming the Prime Minister in 2014, Modi will travel to all the three regions of the state; Ladakh, Kashmir and Jammu, sources told ANI.

He will lay foundation stones for a host of projects during the trip.

The significant projects include laying of foundation stones for the AIIMS - one each in Srinagar and Jammu, the sources said.

In Ladakh, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the work to expand Kushak Bakula Rinpoche Airport in Leh.

He will also inaugurate the Srinagar-Kargil Leh transmission line. He will also address public meetings.

The Prime Minister's visit will take place at a time when there are questions as to when the Assembly elections will be held in the state which doesn't have an elected government since June last year.

The Governor's rule was imposed in the state on June 19 last year after the PDP-BJP coalition government led by Mehbooba Mufti collapsed.

Governor Satya Pal Malik placed the Assembly under suspended animation on June 19 and subsequently dissolved it on November 22, when efforts were being made by different political formations to cobble up a majority in the 87-member House.

On one hand, PDP, National Conference and Congress had joined hands to form the government, on the other hand, People's Conference led by Sajjad Lone also staked a claim to form the government, insisting that he had the requisite support.

Amid criticism, the Governor had justified the dissolution of the House, contending that there were apprehensions of horse trading.

Recently, in Parliament, Opposition parties had slammed the imposition of central rule in the state and questioned when Assembly elections would be held.

Home Minister Rajnath Singh, in his reply, said the central government was ready to hold Assembly elections in the state whenever the Election Commission wants.

He had said the Centre will make available the required strength of security forces and other resources whenever the polls are held. 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a visit to Jammu and Kashmir on February 3, amid questions over whether the Assembly elections in the centrally-ruled state will be held with the Lok Sabha polls due by May this year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a visit to Jammu and Kashmir on February 3, amid questions over whether the Assembly elections in the centrally-ruled state will be held with the Lok Sabha polls due by May this year. During the one-day visit, his fifth since becoming the Prime Minister in 2014, Modi will travel to all the three regions of the state; Ladakh, Kashmir and Jammu, sources told ANI. He will lay foundation stones for a host of projects during the trip. The significant projects include laying of foundation stones for the AIIMS - one each in Srinagar and Jammu, the sources said. In Ladakh, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the work to expand Kushak Bakula Rinpoche Airport in Leh. He will also inaugurate the Srinagar-Kargil Leh transmission line. He will also address public meetings. The Prime Minister's visit will take place at a time when there are questions as to when the Assembly elections will be held in the state which doesn't have an elected government since June last year. The Governor's rule was imposed in the state on June 19 last year after the PDP-BJP coalition government led by Mehbooba Mufti collapsed. Governor Satya Pal Malik placed the Assembly under suspended animation on June 19 and subsequently dissolved it on November 22, when efforts were being made by different political formations to cobble up a majority in the 87-member House. On one hand, PDP, National Conference and Congress had joined hands to form the government, on the other hand, People's Conference led by Sajjad Lone also staked a claim to form the government, insisting that he had the requisite support. Amid criticism, the Governor had justified the dissolution of the House, contending that there were apprehensions of horse trading. Recently, in Parliament, Opposition parties had slammed the imposition of central rule in the state and questioned when Assembly elections would be held. Home Minister Rajnath Singh, in his reply, said the central government was ready to hold Assembly elections in the state whenever the Election Commission wants. He had said the Centre will make available the required strength of security forces and other resources whenever the polls are held.

PM to visit Jammu and Kashmir on February 3 to launch several projects

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat claimed that "anti-national" forces are nefariously working for demolishing the peace and virtues in India.

"We do not pray for someone's misfortune; while only pray for happiness to all. But the anti-national elements are trying every bid to destroy the peace and virtues and are working on their nefarious designs," Bhagwat said while addressing an event here on Saturday after hoisting the tricolour on the occasion of Republic Day.

The RSS Chief said that only India has the capacity to counter and defeat these "anti-national" forces. "The whole world knows about it and is suffering from it, but only India has the capacity to defeat such forces," he added.

He also said that the standard of living of every Indian has to be raised if India has to become the "Vishwa-Guru".

"We take a pledge on this day to raise the standard of living of every Indian so that India may acquire the status of Vishwa-Guru once again," said Bhagwat.

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat claimed that "anti-national" forces are nefariously working for demolishing the peace and virtues in India.

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat claimed that "anti-national" forces are nefariously working for demolishing the peace and virtues in India. "We do not pray for someone's misfortune; while only pray for happiness to all. But the anti-national elements are trying every bid to destroy the peace and virtues and are working on their nefarious designs," Bhagwat said while addressing an event here on Saturday after hoisting the tricolour on the occasion of Republic Day. The RSS Chief said that only India has the capacity to counter and defeat these "anti-national" forces. "The whole world knows about it and is suffering from it, but only India has the capacity to defeat such forces," he added. He also said that the standard of living of every Indian has to be raised if India has to become the "Vishwa-Guru". "We take a pledge on this day to raise the standard of living of every Indian so that India may acquire the status of Vishwa-Guru once again," said Bhagwat.

Anti-national forces are working to destroy peace: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Actor Isha Koppikar on Sunday joined the BJP in the presence of Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari.

She has been given the charge of Women Transport Wing as its working president.

Isha began her film career in 1998 with a Tamil movie and entered the Bollywood bandwagon with film 'Fiza'&nbsp;in 2000.

On January 2, Bollywood actor Moushumi Chatterjee too had joined the BJP.

Meanwhile, as the 2019 general elections are inching closer, Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday appointed senior party leader Mallikarjun Kharge as Chairman of Maharashtra Co-ordination Committee.

Actor Isha Koppikar on Sunday joined the BJP in the presence of Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. She has been given the charge of Women Transport Wing as its working president.

Actor Isha Koppikar on Sunday joined the BJP in the presence of Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. She has been given the charge of Women Transport Wing as its working president. Isha began her film career in 1998 with a Tamil movie and entered the Bollywood bandwagon with film 'Fiza' in 2000. On January 2, Bollywood actor Moushumi Chatterjee too had joined the BJP. Meanwhile, as the 2019 general elections are inching closer, Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday appointed senior party leader Mallikarjun Kharge as Chairman of Maharashtra Co-ordination Committee.

Actor Isha Koppikar joins BJP, made incharge of Women Transport Wing

There was a marginal hike in diesel prices on Sunday while petrol prices remained unchanged in the national capital and Mumbai.

In Delhi, diesel prices went up by 10 paise, costing at Rs 66 per litre now.

Petrol is sold at Rs 71.27 per litre, it was last increased on Tuesday by 13 paise per litre, according to data from the Indian Oil Corporation website.

Petrol and diesel prices in Delhi are the cheapest among all metropolitan cities.

In Mumbai, people will have to shell out Rs 76.90 per litre for petrol. Diesel costs Rs 69.11 per litre in the city.

In October, &nbsp;petrol prices had touched a record high of Rs 84 per litre in Delhi and Rs 91.34 in Mumbai.&nbsp;

Diesel went up to Rs 75.45 a litre in October in the national capital and Rs 80.10 in Mumbai.

At present, all the oil marketing companies of the country revise the domestic prices of petrol and diesel on a daily basis, in accordance with the international crude oil and rupee-dollar.&nbsp;

There was a marginal hike in diesel prices on Sunday while petrol prices remained unchanged in the national capital and Mumbai. In Delhi, diesel prices went up by 10 paise, costing at Rs 66 per litre now.

There was a marginal hike in diesel prices on Sunday while petrol prices remained unchanged in the national capital and Mumbai. In Delhi, diesel prices went up by 10 paise, costing at Rs 66 per litre now. Petrol is sold at Rs 71.27 per litre, it was last increased on Tuesday by 13 paise per litre, according to data from the Indian Oil Corporation website. Petrol and diesel prices in Delhi are the cheapest among all metropolitan cities. In Mumbai, people will have to shell out Rs 76.90 per litre for petrol. Diesel costs Rs 69.11 per litre in the city. In October, petrol prices had touched a record high of Rs 84 per litre in Delhi and Rs 91.34 in Mumbai. Diesel went up to Rs 75.45 a litre in October in the national capital and Rs 80.10 in Mumbai. At present, all the oil marketing companies of the country revise the domestic prices of petrol and diesel on a daily basis, in accordance with the international crude oil and rupee-dollar.

Diesel prices up by 10 paise, petrol remains unchanged

Union minister Nitin Gadkari Sunday said political leaders who sell dreams to people, but fail to make them a reality get "beaten up" by the public.

The minister, who handles a host of infrastructure-related portfolios in the Modi government, asserted he is a doer and delivers on his promises.

"People like (political) leaders who sell them dreams. But if these dreams are not realised, then they beat them up (politically) as well," Gadkari said, speaking at a function in Mumbai.

"I am not the one who only sells dreams, but I deliver 100 per cent what I talk about," he said.

Gadkari, a former BJP president, also spoke about his stint as Maharashtra's PWD minister when the Shiv Sena-BJP government was in power (1995-99) in the state.

"The media persons in Mumbai know what kind of a person I am as they have seen how I complete projects. They do trust me," said the 61-year-old politician from Nagpur.

"People used to laugh at me when I, as PWD minister, used to claim that I was going to build over 50 flyovers in Mumbai, and bring down the travel time between Mumbai and Pune to merely two hours (via 91-km expressway).

"I was ridiculed but I proved them wrong and completed every project I had promised," Gadkari said.

At the function, Bollywood actor Isha Koppikar joined the BJP and was made working president of the party's women transport wing.

In December, Gadkari said at an event in Pune that leadership should have the tendency to own up defeat and failures.

The remarks had come days after the BJP's dismal show in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh assembly elections.

As the comments created a controversy, Gadkari said his statements had been twisted and alleged "there was a sinister campaign by some opposition parties and a section of the media to twist" his comments and "draw politically motivated inferences to malign" him and his party.

At the valedictory function of the annual Marathi literary meet at Yavatmal on January 13, Gadkari said politicians should not interfere in other fields.

The meet was embroiled in a controversy after an invitation to writer Nayantara Sahgal was withdrawn apparently under pressure from a political party.

Without making a direct reference to the row, Gadkari had said, "Politicians should learn not to interfere in other fields. The people who are in universities, educational institutions, literature and poetry, they should be dealing with their (respective) areas."

Union minister Nitin Gadkari Sunday said political leaders who sell dreams to people, but fail to make them a reality get "beaten up" by the public. The minister, who handles a host of infrastructure-related portfolios in the Modi government, asserted he is a doer and delivers on his promises.

Union minister Nitin Gadkari Sunday said political leaders who sell dreams to people, but fail to make them a reality get "beaten up" by the public. The minister, who handles a host of infrastructure-related portfolios in the Modi government, asserted he is a doer and delivers on his promises. "People like (political) leaders who sell them dreams. But if these dreams are not realised, then they beat them up (politically) as well," Gadkari said, speaking at a function in Mumbai. "I am not the one who only sells dreams, but I deliver 100 per cent what I talk about," he said. Gadkari, a former BJP president, also spoke about his stint as Maharashtra's PWD minister when the Shiv Sena-BJP government was in power (1995-99) in the state. "The media persons in Mumbai know what kind of a person I am as they have seen how I complete projects. They do trust me," said the 61-year-old politician from Nagpur. "People used to laugh at me when I, as PWD minister, used to claim that I was going to build over 50 flyovers in Mumbai, and bring down the travel time between Mumbai and Pune to merely two hours (via 91-km expressway). "I was ridiculed but I proved them wrong and completed every project I had promised," Gadkari said. At the function, Bollywood actor Isha Koppikar joined the BJP and was made working president of the party's women transport wing. In December, Gadkari said at an event in Pune that leadership should have the tendency to own up defeat and failures. The remarks had come days after the BJP's dismal show in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh assembly elections. As the comments created a controversy, Gadkari said his statements had been twisted and alleged "there was a sinister campaign by some opposition parties and a section of the media to twist" his comments and "draw politically motivated inferences to malign" him and his party. At the valedictory function of the annual Marathi literary meet at Yavatmal on January 13, Gadkari said politicians should not interfere in other fields. The meet was embroiled in a controversy after an invitation to writer Nayantara Sahgal was withdrawn apparently under pressure from a political party. Without making a direct reference to the row, Gadkari had said, "Politicians should learn not to interfere in other fields. The people who are in universities, educational institutions, literature and poetry, they should be dealing with their (respective) areas."

Leaders who don't keep promise get 'beaten up' by people: Nitin Gadkari

A pro-Khalistani rally organised by Pakistan-backed SFJ (Sikhs For Justice) fizzled out in Washington on Saturday as Indians supporters staged a major counter-rally.&nbsp;

Eyewitnesses from Washington told WION that only 15 to 20 people from the SFJ had gathered and were outnumbered by a large number of Indians.

Indian supporters, who had gathered in large numbers, chanted patriotic slogans and waved the national flag.&nbsp;

Eyewitnesses told WION that no Indian flag was burnt and the pictures uploaded on SFJ's website were to cover up the flop show.

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The Twitter accounts of 'Sikhs for Justice' and 'SFJ Lawyer' have been suspended for violating Twitter rules.

'Sikhs for Justice' had planned to burn the Indian flag on Indian Republic Day in Washington on Saturday. Some of the most prominent Sikhs and Hindu organisations in the United States <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sikh-hindu-groups-condemn-planned-burning-of-tricolour-by-pro-khalistan-group-193006">condemned </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sikh-hindu-groups-condemn-planned-burning-of-tricolour-by-pro-khalistan-group-193006">SFJ's</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sikh-hindu-groups-condemn-planned-burning-of-tricolour-by-pro-khalistan-group-193006"> plan</a>.

The Sikhs of America Inc. had "condemn and denounced" in the "strongest terms the planned burning of the Indian flag" on the occasion of the Republic Day. In a release, they said, "Sikhs reside and have businesses not only all over India but also boast a global presence. Such theatrical protests like flag-burning are detrimental to the peace-loving and harmony-enhancing Sikh community".

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It added, "Sikhs have achieved a lot recently through dialogue with the Indian government, solving some of the key issues that were faced by the Sikhs for decades."

The American Hindu Coalition (AHC) also expressed "deep dismay" at the statements made by 'Sikhs for Justice'.&nbsp;

The AHC in a release said, "Intent of flag-burning is an immense affront to the largest democracy on the earth" and causes "huge grief to the American Hindus". It added, "Entire AHC membership urges "Sikhs for Justice to stop this act."

Meanwhile, India's new ambassador to United states Harsh Shringla unfurled the national flag at the Indian mission in Washington on Saturday. Indian community was present in full force at the ceremony.

A pro-Khalistani rally organised by Pakistan-backed SFJ (Sikhs For Justice) fizzled out in Washington on Saturday as Indians supporters staged a major counter-rally.

A pro-Khalistani rally organised by Pakistan-backed SFJ (Sikhs For Justice) fizzled out in Washington on Saturday as Indians supporters staged a major counter-rally. Eyewitnesses from Washington told WION that only 15 to 20 people from the SFJ had gathered and were outnumbered by a large number of Indians. Indian supporters, who had gathered in large numbers, chanted patriotic slogans and waved the national flag. Eyewitnesses told WION that no Indian flag was burnt and the pictures uploaded on SFJ's website were to cover up the flop show. #WATCH: Indian ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla greets members of the Indian community gathered for Republic Day celebration in Washington DC, USA. (26.01.2019) pic.twitter.com/FUXpDAZ0BV — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2019 × The Twitter accounts of 'Sikhs for Justice' and 'SFJ Lawyer' have been suspended for violating Twitter rules. 'Sikhs for Justice' had planned to burn the Indian flag on Indian Republic Day in Washington on Saturday. Some of the most prominent Sikhs and Hindu organisations in the United States condemned SFJ's plan. The Sikhs of America Inc. had "condemn and denounced" in the "strongest terms the planned burning of the Indian flag" on the occasion of the Republic Day. In a release, they said, "Sikhs reside and have businesses not only all over India but also boast a global presence. Such theatrical protests like flag-burning are detrimental to the peace-loving and harmony-enhancing Sikh community". #WATCH: A few Pro Khalistani supporters fail to shout down Indian Republic Day celebrations in Washington DC, USA. (26.01.2019) pic.twitter.com/kQhku392zw — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2019 × It added, "Sikhs have achieved a lot recently through dialogue with the Indian government, solving some of the key issues that were faced by the Sikhs for decades." The American Hindu Coalition (AHC) also expressed "deep dismay" at the statements made by 'Sikhs for Justice'. The AHC in a release said, "Intent of flag-burning is an immense affront to the largest democracy on the earth" and causes "huge grief to the American Hindus". It added, "Entire AHC membership urges "Sikhs for Justice to stop this act." Meanwhile, India's new ambassador to United states Harsh Shringla unfurled the national flag at the Indian mission in Washington on Saturday. Indian community was present in full force at the ceremony.

Pak-backed, pro-Khalistan rally fizzles out in Washington, Indian supporters stage counter-rally in full force

Army men from India and China on Saturday held a ceremonial Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) on the occasion of the 70th Republic Day, at border meeting points at Chushul and Daulat Beg Oldie sectors of eastern Ladakh region.

During the meeting, troops from both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace along the border.

The Indian delegation was led by Brig V K Purohit and Col S S Lamba while the Chinese delegation was led by Col Bai Min and Col Song Zhang Li respectively.

The BPM commenced with saluting the respective National flags by the delegation members. This was followed by the ceremonial address comprising of exchange of greetings, wishes and a vote of thanks.

The address reflected the mutual desires of maintaining and improving relations at the functional level at the borders. Thereafter, a cultural programme showcasing Indian culture and traditions was organised.

Both the delegations interacted in a free, congenial and cordial environment. The delegations parted amidst a feeling of friendship and commitment towards enhancing the existing cordial relations and maintaining peace along the borders. &nbsp;Both sides also sought to build upon the mutual feeling to maintain peace and tranquillity along the borders.

The BPMs are ceremonial meetings which are held between the Indian and Chinese troops on auspicious occasions for the two nations such as Independence Day, Republic Day and China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Day (August 1) every year. The meetings are held at five locations- Daulat Beg Oldie and Chushul in Ladakh, Bumla and Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh and Nathu La in Sikkim.&nbsp;

Indian and Chinese troops in 2014 locked in an over three-week-long stand-off in the Chumar and Demchok areas of eastern Ladakh which was later resolved by way of an understanding reached between the two sides to carry out disengagement and redeployment of border troops to restore the "status quo ante".

Army men from India and China on Saturday held a ceremonial Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) on the occasion of the 70th Republic Day, at border meeting points at Chushul and Daulat Beg Oldie sectors of eastern Ladakh region.

Army men from India and China on Saturday held a ceremonial Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) on the occasion of the 70th Republic Day, at border meeting points at Chushul and Daulat Beg Oldie sectors of eastern Ladakh region. During the meeting, troops from both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace along the border. The Indian delegation was led by Brig V K Purohit and Col S S Lamba while the Chinese delegation was led by Col Bai Min and Col Song Zhang Li respectively. The BPM commenced with saluting the respective National flags by the delegation members. This was followed by the ceremonial address comprising of exchange of greetings, wishes and a vote of thanks. The address reflected the mutual desires of maintaining and improving relations at the functional level at the borders. Thereafter, a cultural programme showcasing Indian culture and traditions was organised. Both the delegations interacted in a free, congenial and cordial environment. The delegations parted amidst a feeling of friendship and commitment towards enhancing the existing cordial relations and maintaining peace along the borders. Both sides also sought to build upon the mutual feeling to maintain peace and tranquillity along the borders. The BPMs are ceremonial meetings which are held between the Indian and Chinese troops on auspicious occasions for the two nations such as Independence Day, Republic Day and China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Day (August 1) every year. The meetings are held at five locations- Daulat Beg Oldie and Chushul in Ladakh, Bumla and Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh and Nathu La in Sikkim. Indian and Chinese troops in 2014 locked in an over three-week-long stand-off in the Chumar and Demchok areas of eastern Ladakh which was later resolved by way of an understanding reached between the two sides to carry out disengagement and redeployment of border troops to restore the "status quo ante".

India, China reaffirms their commitment of maintaining peace along border

The number of swine flu cases continued to increase in Rajasthan, with the count touching 1,856 on Sunday.

At least 69 more cases of swine flu were reported in Rajasthan on Sunday.

The number of swine flu deaths has increased in the past few days. It has claimed 72 lives in the state in January so far.

According to officials, two positive cases of swine flu were reported in Dausa on Sunday; one each in Tonk, Churu, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Pali and Kota; four in Bikaner; five in Jodhpur and Barmer; six in Udaipur; and 41 cases in Jaipur.

Swine flu is an infection caused by one of several swine influenza viruses (SIV), with the H1N1 strain being the most common across the country.

H1N1 virus spreads when an individual touches an infected person or breathes droplets of coughs and sneezes that are in the air.

The symptoms are same as of the seasonal flu, also known as the viral fever. These include a cough, sore throat, and body ache.&nbsp;

The number of swine flu cases continued to increase in Rajasthan, with the count touching 1,856 on Sunday. At least 69 more cases of swine flu were reported in Rajasthan on Sunday.

The number of swine flu cases continued to increase in Rajasthan, with the count touching 1,856 on Sunday. At least 69 more cases of swine flu were reported in Rajasthan on Sunday. The number of swine flu deaths has increased in the past few days. It has claimed 72 lives in the state in January so far. According to officials, two positive cases of swine flu were reported in Dausa on Sunday; one each in Tonk, Churu, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Pali and Kota; four in Bikaner; five in Jodhpur and Barmer; six in Udaipur; and 41 cases in Jaipur. Swine flu is an infection caused by one of several swine influenza viruses (SIV), with the H1N1 strain being the most common across the country. H1N1 virus spreads when an individual touches an infected person or breathes droplets of coughs and sneezes that are in the air. The symptoms are same as of the seasonal flu, also known as the viral fever. These include a cough, sore throat, and body ache.

Swine flu cases touch 1,856 in Rajasthan, 72 deaths

A 5.1-km long cable-stayed "Atal Setu" on the Mandovi river in Goa, a third such bridge to connect the state capital with North Goa, was Sunday opened to public by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.

Ailing Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, Union AYUSH Minister Shripad Naik and other ministers from the state also attended the event to inaugurate the four-lane bridge which at 2.5 lakh tonnes is equivalent to the weight of 570 Boeing aircraft.

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The bridge is made of 1 lakh cubic metres of high strength, high performance concrete enough to fill 40 Olympic size swimming pools, an official had said.

Around 13,000 tonnes of corrosion resistant reinforcement steel, 32,000 square metres of structural steel plates and 1,800 kilometres of high tensile pre-stressing strands have gone into making the bridge.

The bridge has 88 high tensile strength cables in the state-of-art single place harp type cable stay system, and a real-time force monitoring mechanism.

The bridge is constructed by the GIDC (Goa Infrastructure Development Corporation) and engineering and construction major Larsen and Toubro.

The link will decongest Panaji to a great extent, as approximately 66,000 vehicles enter the capital city every day.

A 5.1-km long cable-stayed "Atal Setu" on the Mandovi river in Goa, a third such bridge to connect the state capital with North Goa, was Sunday opened to public by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.

A 5.1-km long cable-stayed "Atal Setu" on the Mandovi river in Goa, a third such bridge to connect the state capital with North Goa, was Sunday opened to public by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. Ailing Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, Union AYUSH Minister Shripad Naik and other ministers from the state also attended the event to inaugurate the four-lane bridge which at 2.5 lakh tonnes is equivalent to the weight of 570 Boeing aircraft. Goa: Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari and Chief Minister inaugurate the new Mandovi bridge in Panaji pic.twitter.com/hxdUInZMVk — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2019 × The bridge is made of 1 lakh cubic metres of high strength, high performance concrete enough to fill 40 Olympic size swimming pools, an official had said. Around 13,000 tonnes of corrosion resistant reinforcement steel, 32,000 square metres of structural steel plates and 1,800 kilometres of high tensile pre-stressing strands have gone into making the bridge. The bridge has 88 high tensile strength cables in the state-of-art single place harp type cable stay system, and a real-time force monitoring mechanism. The bridge is constructed by the GIDC (Goa Infrastructure Development Corporation) and engineering and construction major Larsen and Toubro. The link will decongest Panaji to a great extent, as approximately 66,000 vehicles enter the capital city every day.

Cable-stayed 'Atal Setu' inaugurated on Mandovi river in Goa

Arulmozhi Saravanan, a Mudra Yojana beneficiary, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi Narendra Modi in Madurai on Sunday during his visit to the city to lay the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Saravanan, whose thermo flasks were ordered by the Prime Minister Office (PMO) via Government e-Marketplace, decided to meet the Prime Minister after learning about his visit to the city.

Earlier, when Saravanan learnt about the Central government's Mudra Yojana for small entrepreneurs to get loans without collateral, she had applied for the same and obtained a Mudra loan for her business-to supply simple goods and products to government offices.

When she heard of the GeM, she herself registered on it. In 2017, while browsing the GeM site, Saravanan noticed that the PMO was interested in purchasing a few thermo flasks, which she could supply. She responded, and soon PMO confirmed the order.&nbsp;

The flasks were later supplied, and the payment was made to Saravanan.

Saravanan shared this story with Prime Minister Modi, through a letter. The Prime Minister later mentioned it on his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme in mid-2017. 
It is worth mentioning that in her letters to PM, she addresses PM Modi as her father.

Thereafter, by supplying products to various offices, her business grew. Recently, she wrote to the Prime Minister again, informing him of the updates in her business, and the transformation in her life.

Interestingly, the turnover of her enterprise has crossed Rs 1 crore in the current financial year. It all started with an order of Rs 234 on GeM.

Saravanan, who earlier used firewood for cooking, now has moved over to a gas cylinder.&nbsp;

She is now planning to give up her cooking gas subsidy. Next on her agenda will be a home loan.

She said that her experience using GeM makes her believe that it is a great platform for the government offices to save public money. For her, GeM is now not just a means to a business. She describes it as a service to the nation.

Saravanan also believes that doing business has become easier after the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST).

From Mudra to GeM to GST, Saravanan, undoubtedly, is just one illustration of how the government's reforms are working on the ground to improve the ease the people's life.&nbsp;

Arulmozhi Saravanan, a Mudra Yojana beneficiary, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi Narendra Modi in Madurai on Sunday during his visit to the city to lay the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Arulmozhi Saravanan, a Mudra Yojana beneficiary, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi Narendra Modi in Madurai on Sunday during his visit to the city to lay the foundation stone of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Saravanan, whose thermo flasks were ordered by the Prime Minister Office (PMO) via Government e-Marketplace, decided to meet the Prime Minister after learning about his visit to the city. Earlier, when Saravanan learnt about the Central government's Mudra Yojana for small entrepreneurs to get loans without collateral, she had applied for the same and obtained a Mudra loan for her business-to supply simple goods and products to government offices. When she heard of the GeM, she herself registered on it. In 2017, while browsing the GeM site, Saravanan noticed that the PMO was interested in purchasing a few thermo flasks, which she could supply. She responded, and soon PMO confirmed the order. The flasks were later supplied, and the payment was made to Saravanan. Saravanan shared this story with Prime Minister Modi, through a letter. The Prime Minister later mentioned it on his 'Mann Ki Baat' programme in mid-2017. It is worth mentioning that in her letters to PM, she addresses PM Modi as her father. Thereafter, by supplying products to various offices, her business grew. Recently, she wrote to the Prime Minister again, informing him of the updates in her business, and the transformation in her life. Interestingly, the turnover of her enterprise has crossed Rs 1 crore in the current financial year. It all started with an order of Rs 234 on GeM. Saravanan, who earlier used firewood for cooking, now has moved over to a gas cylinder. She is now planning to give up her cooking gas subsidy. Next on her agenda will be a home loan. She said that her experience using GeM makes her believe that it is a great platform for the government offices to save public money. For her, GeM is now not just a means to a business. She describes it as a service to the nation. Saravanan also believes that doing business has become easier after the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST). From Mudra to GeM to GST, Saravanan, undoubtedly, is just one illustration of how the government's reforms are working on the ground to improve the ease the people's life.

PM Modi meets Mudra entrepreneur Arulmozhi Saravanan in Madurai

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-military-attache-to-us-urges-army-to-back-maduro-opponent-193034">Venezuela military attache to </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-military-attache-to-us-urges-army-to-back-maduro-opponent-193034">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-military-attache-to-us-urges-army-to-back-maduro-opponent-193034"> urges </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-military-attache-to-us-urges-army-to-back-maduro-opponent-193034">army</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-military-attache-to-us-urges-army-to-back-maduro-opponent-193034"> to back Maduro opponent</a>

Venezuela's military attache to Washington broke ranks with Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, urging his "brothers in the military" to back the head of the National Assembly Juan Guaido as interim president, he told AFP.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-says-church-hasnt-known-how-to-listen-193036">On sex abuse scandals, Pope says Catholic Church 'wounded by sin'</a>

Pope Francis acknowledged Saturday that the Catholic Church was "wounded by sin" in a message addressed to priests and seminarians reeling from sexual abuse scandals and coverups.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-asia-bibis-lawyer-returns-to-pakistan-to-aid-in-appeal-193043">Asia Bibi's lawyer returns to Pakistan to 'hopefully assist client for last time'</a>

The Pakistani lawyer of a Christian woman acquitted of blasphemy jetted out of the Netherlands Saturday to "hopefully assist his client for the last time" in a Pakistani court hearing, a Dutch MP said.&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-to-address-nation-in-first-mann-ki-baat-of-2019-193050">PM Narendra Modi to address </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-to-address-nation-in-first-mann-ki-baat-of-2019-193050">nation</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-to-address-nation-in-first-mann-ki-baat-of-2019-193050"> in first 'Mann Ki Baat' of 2019</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation in the 52nd episode of his “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme on Sunday.&nbsp;

The radio podcast, his first of 2019, will be broadcast&nbsp;on All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan at 11 am.&nbsp;

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/banksy-artwork-stolen-from-bataclan-music-hall-in-paris-193052">Banksy artwork </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/banksy-artwork-stolen-from-bataclan-music-hall-in-paris-193052">stolen</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/banksy-artwork-stolen-from-bataclan-music-hall-in-paris-193052"> from Bataclan music hall in Paris</a>

An artwork by the British artist Banksy has been stolen from the Bataclan music hall in Paris.&nbsp;

The mural — which depicted a young girl with a mournful expression — had been painted onto one of the Bataclan's emergency doors. It was cut out.&nbsp;

Venezuela military attache to US urges army to back Maduro opponent Venezuela's military attache to Washington broke ranks with Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, urging his "brothers in the military" to back the head of the National Assembly Juan Guaido as interim president, he told AFP.

Venezuela military attache to US urges army to back Maduro opponent Venezuela's military attache to Washington broke ranks with Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, urging his "brothers in the military" to back the head of the National Assembly Juan Guaido as interim president, he told AFP. On sex abuse scandals, Pope says Catholic Church 'wounded by sin' Pope Francis acknowledged Saturday that the Catholic Church was "wounded by sin" in a message addressed to priests and seminarians reeling from sexual abuse scandals and coverups. Asia Bibi's lawyer returns to Pakistan to 'hopefully assist client for last time' The Pakistani lawyer of a Christian woman acquitted of blasphemy jetted out of the Netherlands Saturday to "hopefully assist his client for the last time" in a Pakistani court hearing, a Dutch MP said. PM Narendra Modi to address nation in first 'Mann Ki Baat' of 2019 Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation in the 52nd episode of his “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme on Sunday. The radio podcast, his first of 2019, will be broadcast on All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan at 11 am. Banksy artwork stolen from Bataclan music hall in Paris An artwork by the British artist Banksy has been stolen from the Bataclan music hall in Paris. The mural — which depicted a young girl with a mournful expression — had been painted onto one of the Bataclan's emergency doors. It was cut out.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation in the 52nd episode of his “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme on Sunday.&nbsp;

The radio podcast, which is the first one in 2019, will be broadcasted on the entire network of All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan at 11 am.&nbsp;

The programme will also be streamed on the YouTube channels of the Prime Minister's Office, Information and Broadcasting Ministry, AIR and DD News.

In addition, Mann Ki Baat will be simultaneously broadcast on AIR`s website www.allindiaradio.gov.in. AIR will broadcast the programme in regional languages immediately after the Hindi broadcast.&nbsp;

The regional language versions will also be repeated at 8 PM.

The Prime Minister through his address on the radio aims to connect with the common man on a regular basis and inform them about the initiatives of the Government and also seeks the support of the common man in nation building and governance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation in the 52nd episode of his “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme on Sunday. The radio podcast, which is the first one in 2019, will be broadcasted on the entire network of All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan at 11 am.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to address the nation in the 52nd episode of his “Mann Ki Baat” radio programme on Sunday. The radio podcast, which is the first one in 2019, will be broadcasted on the entire network of All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan at 11 am. The programme will also be streamed on the YouTube channels of the Prime Minister's Office, Information and Broadcasting Ministry, AIR and DD News. In addition, Mann Ki Baat will be simultaneously broadcast on AIR`s website www.allindiaradio.gov.in. AIR will broadcast the programme in regional languages immediately after the Hindi broadcast. The regional language versions will also be repeated at 8 PM. The Prime Minister through his address on the radio aims to connect with the common man on a regular basis and inform them about the initiatives of the Government and also seeks the support of the common man in nation building and governance.

PM Narendra Modi to address nation in first 'Mann Ki Baat' of 2019

The All India Trinamool Congress on Sunday announced that the party will fight upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 14 States including Odisha.

Addressing media persons in Bhubaneswar, TMC leader Derek O'Brien said, "We are ready to fight elections. The TMC will fight coming Lok Sabha polls in 14 states including Odisha. January 19 was a historic day as all anti-BJP parties united on that day. In 2019, the BJP will be finished."

While talking about West Bengal, the TMC leader said, "In West Bengal, we will fight on 42 Lok Sabha seats."

In December last year, while addressing an event in Mumbai the BJP president Amit Shah had said that the party was aiming to win 23 seats out of the 42 in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal.

In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP had won only two seats--Asansol and Darjeeling--in the state.

The All India Trinamool Congress on Sunday announced that the party will fight upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 14 States including Odisha. Addressing media persons in Bhubaneswar, TMC leader Derek O'Brien said, "We are ready to fight elections.

The All India Trinamool Congress on Sunday announced that the party will fight upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 14 States including Odisha. Addressing media persons in Bhubaneswar, TMC leader Derek O'Brien said, "We are ready to fight elections. The TMC will fight coming Lok Sabha polls in 14 states including Odisha. January 19 was a historic day as all anti-BJP parties united on that day. In 2019, the BJP will be finished." While talking about West Bengal, the TMC leader said, "In West Bengal, we will fight on 42 Lok Sabha seats." In December last year, while addressing an event in Mumbai the BJP president Amit Shah had said that the party was aiming to win 23 seats out of the 42 in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal. In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP had won only two seats--Asansol and Darjeeling--in the state.

Trinamool Congress to fight Lok Sabha polls in 14 states

‘Nari Shakti’ is the 2018 Hindi word of the year, announced Oxford Dictionaries after the word attracted a great deal of attention and reflects the ethos, mood, or preoccupations of the past year. Derived from Sanskrit, ‘Nari’ means ‘women’ and ‘Shakti’ means ‘power.’&nbsp;

The term is used to symbolize women taking charge of their own lives. The announcement was made at the Jaipur Literature Festival.

Further, it added that a large spike in the use of the word ‘Nari Shakti’ was recorded in March 2018 as discussion arose around the Government of India’s Nari Shakti Puraskar (Women Power Award) held on the International Women’s Day.

Oxford Dictionaries Language Champion, Kritika Agrawal, said, “Nari Shakti or women power is reflective of the renewed power of women that came to the fore in 2018. &nbsp;It is representative of the courage that women derived and the feeling of sisterhood which was stronger than ever before. &nbsp;It is a sentiment, and that sentiment is being carried forward in 2019.”

She also added that ‘Nari Shakti’ is a movement involving both men and women, and a reminder that we need to keep fighting the good fight.

“Two major decisions are taken by the Supreme Court significantly contributed to Nari Shakti’s prominence in 2018: a ban on ‘triple-talaq’, the controversial Islamic practice of ‘instant divorce’, and the taking down of a rule that disallowed girls and women entry to the Sabarimala temple in Kerala,” the statement further read.&nbsp;

The Hindi Word of the Year was chosen by the Oxford Dictionaries team in India with the help of an advisory panel of language experts.

‘Nari Shakti’ is the 2018 Hindi word of the year, announced Oxford Dictionaries after the word attracted a great deal of attention and reflects the ethos, mood, or preoccupations of the past year.

‘Nari Shakti’ is the 2018 Hindi word of the year, announced Oxford Dictionaries after the word attracted a great deal of attention and reflects the ethos, mood, or preoccupations of the past year. Derived from Sanskrit, ‘Nari’ means ‘women’ and ‘Shakti’ means ‘power.’ The term is used to symbolize women taking charge of their own lives. The announcement was made at the Jaipur Literature Festival. Further, it added that a large spike in the use of the word ‘Nari Shakti’ was recorded in March 2018 as discussion arose around the Government of India’s Nari Shakti Puraskar (Women Power Award) held on the International Women’s Day. Oxford Dictionaries Language Champion, Kritika Agrawal, said, “Nari Shakti or women power is reflective of the renewed power of women that came to the fore in 2018. It is representative of the courage that women derived and the feeling of sisterhood which was stronger than ever before. It is a sentiment, and that sentiment is being carried forward in 2019.” She also added that ‘Nari Shakti’ is a movement involving both men and women, and a reminder that we need to keep fighting the good fight. “Two major decisions are taken by the Supreme Court significantly contributed to Nari Shakti’s prominence in 2018: a ban on ‘triple-talaq’, the controversial Islamic practice of ‘instant divorce’, and the taking down of a rule that disallowed girls and women entry to the Sabarimala temple in Kerala,” the statement further read. The Hindi Word of the Year was chosen by the Oxford Dictionaries team in India with the help of an advisory panel of language experts.

'Nari Shakti' announced as Oxford Dictionaries' Hindi Word of the Year

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-peace-envoy-visits-kabul-to-consult-afghanistan-president-ashraf-ghani-on-talks-with-taliban-193206">US peace envoy visits Kabul to consult Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on talks with Taliban</a>

US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad arrived in Kabul on Sunday to try to secure cooperation from Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani after breakthroughs in peace negotiations with Taliban leaders in Qatar.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/communist-govt-kerala-disrespecting-all-aspects-of-keralas-culture-alleges-modi-193201">Communist</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/communist-govt-kerala-disrespecting-all-aspects-of-keralas-culture-alleges-modi-193201"> government in Kerala disrespecting Kerala </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/communist-govt-kerala-disrespecting-all-aspects-of-keralas-culture-alleges-modi-193201">culture,</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/communist-govt-kerala-disrespecting-all-aspects-of-keralas-culture-alleges-modi-193201"> alleges Modi</a>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a fresh attack on&nbsp;Pinarayi Vijayan-led Communist government in Kerala accusing it of disrespecting all aspects of Kerala's culture.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/ayodhya-case-deferred-again-will-not-heard-on-january-29-193190">Ayodhya case deferred again, will not be heard on January 29</a>

News agency ANI reported on Sunday that the case will not be heard on January 29 due to the non-availability of one of the judges from the five-judge constitution bench.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/uk-govt-may-scrap-mps-holiday-to-pass-brexit-laws-193184">UK government may scrap MPs' holiday to pass Brexit laws</a>

British MPs could sit long hours and their February holiday may be scrapped as the government races to pass its Brexit legislation before Britain leaves the EU on March 29, Downing Street said Sunday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/icici-bank-case-investigating-officer-transferred-for-his-role-in-leaking-information-related-to-searches-193153">ICICI Bank case: Probe officer transferred for 'leaking information related to searches'</a>

The Central Bureau of Investigation has justified the transfer&nbsp;of Sudhanshu Dhar Mishra, the investigating officer in the ICICI Bank case, citing his role in leaking information related to searches.

US peace envoy visits Kabul to consult Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on talks with Taliban US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad arrived in Kabul on Sunday to try to secure cooperation from Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani after breakthroughs in peace negotiations with Taliban leaders in Qatar.

US peace envoy visits Kabul to consult Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on talks with Taliban US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad arrived in Kabul on Sunday to try to secure cooperation from Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani after breakthroughs in peace negotiations with Taliban leaders in Qatar. Communist government in Kerala disrespecting Kerala culture, alleges Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a fresh attack on Pinarayi Vijayan-led Communist government in Kerala accusing it of disrespecting all aspects of Kerala's culture. Ayodhya case deferred again, will not be heard on January 29 News agency ANI reported on Sunday that the case will not be heard on January 29 due to the non-availability of one of the judges from the five-judge constitution bench. UK government may scrap MPs' holiday to pass Brexit laws British MPs could sit long hours and their February holiday may be scrapped as the government races to pass its Brexit legislation before Britain leaves the EU on March 29, Downing Street said Sunday. ICICI Bank case: Probe officer transferred for 'leaking information related to searches' The Central Bureau of Investigation has justified the transfer of Sudhanshu Dhar Mishra, the investigating officer in the ICICI Bank case, citing his role in leaking information related to searches.

Prime Minister Modi who is on a day visit to southern states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala&nbsp;dedicated&nbsp;an Integrated Refinery Expansion Complex (IREP) at BPCL Kochi to the nation on Sunday.

Claiming that India was emerging as a refinery hub across the world, PM Modi said, "Indian refinery industry has done well in establishing itself as a major player globally. India, which is the second largest oil refinery in Asia, is emerging as a refinery hub with refining more than its demand. The country’s refining capacity is currently more than 247 million metric tonne per annum. I take this opportunity to congratulate all for the timely completion of IREP. The labourers are the real heroes of this project,” PM Modi said.

“Today is a historic day when the largest industrial unit of Kerala is entering in next phase of development. It is indeed a proud moment not just for Kerala, but for the entire nation. BPCL has played a critical role in popularising the clean fuel LPG among masses in Kerala and neighbouring states for more than 50 years,” he added.

“I would like to recall my childhood when I had seen many mothers struggling with the firewood stove in kitchens. Ever since, I had always thought of improving their situations and providing a healthy kitchen for them. The Ujjwala scheme of the Government of India is a way to realise the dream. I am happy that since May 2016, nearly 6 crore LPG connections have been provided to the poorest of the poor in our country under the Ujjawla scheme. Over 1 crore customers have given up LPG subsidies under 'Give it Up' initiative,” he said.&nbsp;

“To overcome environment pollution, the government is promoting the use of environment-friendly transport fuel i.e. CNG by expanding coverage of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in the country. After successful completion of 10th CGD Bidding Round, more than 400 districts of the country will be connected for providing piped gas supply,” he added.

“I would like to recall my childhood when I had seen many mothers struggling with the firewood stove in kitchens. Ever since, I had always thought of improving their situations and providing a healthy kitchen for them. The Ujjwala scheme of the Government of India is a way to realise the dream. I am happy that since May 2016, nearly 6 crore LPG connections have been provided to the poorest of the poor in our country under the Ujjawla scheme. Over 1 crore customers have given up LPG subsidies under 'Give it Up' initiative,” he said.&nbsp;

“To overcome environment pollution, the government is promoting the use of environment-friendly transport fuel i.e. CNG by expanding coverage of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in the country. After successful completion of 10th CGD Bidding Round, more than 400 districts of the country will be connected for providing piped gas supply,” he added.

Prime Minister Modi said that the central government is “thinking of developing additional 15,000 kilometres of the gas pipeline network".&nbsp;

“To cut down on the import of crude oil, the government has taken decisive steps towards reducing imports by 10 per cent and saving the precious foreign exchange,” he added.&nbsp;

Besides Prime Minister Modi, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor P. Sathasivam was also present at the venue.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Prime Minister Modi who is on a day visit to southern states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala dedicated an Integrated Refinery Expansion Complex (IREP) at BPCL Kochi to the nation on Sunday.

Prime Minister Modi who is on a day visit to southern states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala dedicated an Integrated Refinery Expansion Complex (IREP) at BPCL Kochi to the nation on Sunday. Claiming that India was emerging as a refinery hub across the world, PM Modi said, "Indian refinery industry has done well in establishing itself as a major player globally. India, which is the second largest oil refinery in Asia, is emerging as a refinery hub with refining more than its demand. The country’s refining capacity is currently more than 247 million metric tonne per annum. I take this opportunity to congratulate all for the timely completion of IREP. The labourers are the real heroes of this project,” PM Modi said. “Today is a historic day when the largest industrial unit of Kerala is entering in next phase of development. It is indeed a proud moment not just for Kerala, but for the entire nation. BPCL has played a critical role in popularising the clean fuel LPG among masses in Kerala and neighbouring states for more than 50 years,” he added. “I would like to recall my childhood when I had seen many mothers struggling with the firewood stove in kitchens. Ever since, I had always thought of improving their situations and providing a healthy kitchen for them. The Ujjwala scheme of the Government of India is a way to realise the dream. I am happy that since May 2016, nearly 6 crore LPG connections have been provided to the poorest of the poor in our country under the Ujjawla scheme. Over 1 crore customers have given up LPG subsidies under 'Give it Up' initiative,” he said. “To overcome environment pollution, the government is promoting the use of environment-friendly transport fuel i.e. CNG by expanding coverage of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in the country. After successful completion of 10th CGD Bidding Round, more than 400 districts of the country will be connected for providing piped gas supply,” he added. “I would like to recall my childhood when I had seen many mothers struggling with the firewood stove in kitchens. Ever since, I had always thought of improving their situations and providing a healthy kitchen for them. The Ujjwala scheme of the Government of India is a way to realise the dream. I am happy that since May 2016, nearly 6 crore LPG connections have been provided to the poorest of the poor in our country under the Ujjawla scheme. Over 1 crore customers have given up LPG subsidies under 'Give it Up' initiative,” he said. “To overcome environment pollution, the government is promoting the use of environment-friendly transport fuel i.e. CNG by expanding coverage of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in the country. After successful completion of 10th CGD Bidding Round, more than 400 districts of the country will be connected for providing piped gas supply,” he added. Prime Minister Modi said that the central government is “thinking of developing additional 15,000 kilometres of the gas pipeline network". “To cut down on the import of crude oil, the government has taken decisive steps towards reducing imports by 10 per cent and saving the precious foreign exchange,” he added. Besides Prime Minister Modi, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor P. Sathasivam was also present at the venue. (With inputs from agencies)

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