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UP minister and former Indian cricketer Chetan Chauhan has&nbsp;waded into the debate over Lord&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/yogi-adityanath-faces-criticism-for-calling-hanuman-dalit-gets-legal-notice-180199">Hanuman's caste</a> identity.

Chauhan, who is Uttar Pradesh's sports minister, is of the opinion that Hanuman was a sportsperson. He however said Hanuman did not have a caste.&nbsp;

"I believe that he (Lord Hanuman) was a sportsman who used to wrestle with his enemies. All the sportsmen of our country worship him as they require power and energy like him to emerge victoriously. The players do not worship him because of his caste. There is no caste of a saint, there is no caste of a mystic and in the same way, we believe in Hanuman ji. I consider him as God; I do not want him to get associated with some sort of caste," Chauhan told reporters on Saturday.

The row over Hanuman's caste was sparked off by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

While campaigning ahead of the assembly polls in Rajasthan's Alwar district last month, Adityanath had said Hanuman was a Dalit.

That had led to an avalanche of opinions from spiritual and political leaders as to what Hanuman's caste might be.&nbsp;

UP minister and former Indian cricketer Chetan Chauhan has waded into the debate over Lord Hanuman's caste identity. Chauhan, who is Uttar Pradesh's sports minister, is of the opinion that Hanuman was a sportsperson.

UP minister and former Indian cricketer Chetan Chauhan has waded into the debate over Lord Hanuman's caste identity. Chauhan, who is Uttar Pradesh's sports minister, is of the opinion that Hanuman was a sportsperson. He however said Hanuman did not have a caste. "I believe that he (Lord Hanuman) was a sportsman who used to wrestle with his enemies. All the sportsmen of our country worship him as they require power and energy like him to emerge victoriously. The players do not worship him because of his caste. There is no caste of a saint, there is no caste of a mystic and in the same way, we believe in Hanuman ji. I consider him as God; I do not want him to get associated with some sort of caste," Chauhan told reporters on Saturday. The row over Hanuman's caste was sparked off by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. While campaigning ahead of the assembly polls in Rajasthan's Alwar district last month, Adityanath had said Hanuman was a Dalit. That had led to an avalanche of opinions from spiritual and political leaders as to what Hanuman's caste might be.

UP minister, ex-cricketer Chetan Chauhan says Hanuman was a 'sportsman'

Union Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday reacted to<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/cows-death-is-given-more-importance-than-a-policemans-naseeruddin-shah-185510"> Naseeruddin Shah's comments</a>, saying that India is one of the most tolerant countries in the world.

Singh added that people of all religions live together peacefully in India.

"India is the only country where people of all religions live together peacefully. There are 72 sects in Islam, all of them are found here, not even the Islamic countries have all. There’s no question of intolerance in the country", Rajnath Singh said.

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Meanwhile,&nbsp;Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said that India was one of the safest nations and anyone feeling unsafe here shows a sign of "insecure mentality".

"If anyone feels unsafe in the safest nation then it's a sign of insecure mentality. Everyone gets the chance to put forth their views and express their art in this country. Therefore, such accusation is not correct".

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In an online video message, critically-acclaimed actor Naseeruddin Shah had said that the death of a cow is being given more importance than the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/up-police-inspector-civilian-killed-in-protest-over-illegal-slaughterhouse-in-bulandshahr-181230">death of a police officer in some areas.</a>

Shah expressed concern for his children due to the current situation in the country. 
 
“I feel worried thinking about my children because they have not received any religious education. We chose not to give any religious education to our children because I believe that good or evil has nothing to do with religion,” Shah said. 
 
“We did teach them about good and bad. We taught them what our beliefs are. Tomorrow if a mob surrounds them and asks them if they are Hindu or Muslim, they will have no answer," the veteran actor added.&nbsp;

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Union Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday reacted to Naseeruddin Shah's comments, saying that India is one of the most tolerant countries in the world. Singh added that people of all religions live together peacefully in India.

Union Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday reacted to Naseeruddin Shah's comments, saying that India is one of the most tolerant countries in the world. Singh added that people of all religions live together peacefully in India. "India is the only country where people of all religions live together peacefully. There are 72 sects in Islam, all of them are found here, not even the Islamic countries have all. There’s no question of intolerance in the country", Rajnath Singh said. HM Rajnath Singh on Naseeruddin Shah's statement: India is the only country where people of all religions live together peacefully. There are 72 sects in Islam, all of them are found here, not even the Islamic countries have all. There’s no question of intolerance in the country pic.twitter.com/r13GEsUZo2 — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Meanwhile, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said that India was one of the safest nations and anyone feeling unsafe here shows a sign of "insecure mentality". "If anyone feels unsafe in the safest nation then it's a sign of insecure mentality. Everyone gets the chance to put forth their views and express their art in this country. Therefore, such accusation is not correct". Union Minister Prakash Javadekar on Naseeruddin Shah's statement: If anyone feels unsafe in the safest nation then it's a sign of insecure mentality. Everyone gets the chance to put forth their views & express their art in this country. Therefore, such accusation is not correct. pic.twitter.com/NycpzA8ZNI — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × In an online video message, critically-acclaimed actor Naseeruddin Shah had said that the death of a cow is being given more importance than the death of a police officer in some areas. Shah expressed concern for his children due to the current situation in the country. “I feel worried thinking about my children because they have not received any religious education. We chose not to give any religious education to our children because I believe that good or evil has nothing to do with religion,” Shah said. “We did teach them about good and bad. We taught them what our beliefs are. Tomorrow if a mob surrounds them and asks them if they are Hindu or Muslim, they will have no answer," the veteran actor added.

India most tolerant country: Rajnath Singh on Naseeruddin Shah row

India on Sunday successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable strategic ballistic missile Agni-IV with a strike range of 4,000km as part of a user trial from a test range off Odisha coast.

Supported by a mobile launcher, the surface-to-surface missile was flight tested from launch complex-4 of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Dr Abdul Kalam Island, formerly known as Wheeler Island, at 8.30AM.

This was the 7th trial of the indigenously developed Agni-IV missile which met the mission objectives.&nbsp;

The last trial conducted by the specially formed strategic force command (SFC) of the Indian Army on January 2, 2017, was also successful.&nbsp;

The sleek missile having 4,000km strike range is a two-stage missile. It is 20 meter-long weighing 17 tonnes.

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India on Sunday successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable strategic ballistic missile Agni-IV with a strike range of 4,000km as part of a user trial from a test range off Odisha coast.

India on Sunday successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable strategic ballistic missile Agni-IV with a strike range of 4,000km as part of a user trial from a test range off Odisha coast. Supported by a mobile launcher, the surface-to-surface missile was flight tested from launch complex-4 of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Dr Abdul Kalam Island, formerly known as Wheeler Island, at 8.30AM. This was the 7th trial of the indigenously developed Agni-IV missile which met the mission objectives. The last trial conducted by the specially formed strategic force command (SFC) of the Indian Army on January 2, 2017, was also successful. The sleek missile having 4,000km strike range is a two-stage missile. It is 20 meter-long weighing 17 tonnes. (With inputs from agencies)

India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable missile Agni-IV

After scaling the highest peak in Africa, Hyderabad boy Samanyu Pothuraju has now added another record to his name by climbing the highest mountain in Australia, Mount Kosciuszko.

The eight-year-old boy&nbsp;along with a team of five, including his mother Lavanya and sister achieved the feat on December 12.

"So far, I have climbed four mountains," an excited Pothuraju told ANI and even revealed his future plans. "Now, I am gearing up for Mount Fuji in Japan. I want to become an Air Force officer when I grow up," he added.

To promote the handloom weavers in the state, the team donned Telangana handlooms while climbing the mountain.

Pothuraju`s mother said, "For every summit, our team members plan a cause. According to us, we should go to the mountains with a cause and not without it. This time, we planned to support the handloom weavers."

Earlier this year, Pothuraju, along with his coach and his mother, among others, had scaled Uhuru peak of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the highest peak in Africa. He had unfurled the Tricolour at a height of 5,895 meters above the sea level on April 2.

After scaling the highest peak in Africa, Hyderabad boy Samanyu Pothuraju has now added another record to his name by climbing the highest mountain in Australia, Mount Kosciuszko.

After scaling the highest peak in Africa, Hyderabad boy Samanyu Pothuraju has now added another record to his name by climbing the highest mountain in Australia, Mount Kosciuszko. The eight-year-old boy along with a team of five, including his mother Lavanya and sister achieved the feat on December 12. "So far, I have climbed four mountains," an excited Pothuraju told ANI and even revealed his future plans. "Now, I am gearing up for Mount Fuji in Japan. I want to become an Air Force officer when I grow up," he added. To promote the handloom weavers in the state, the team donned Telangana handlooms while climbing the mountain. Pothuraju`s mother said, "For every summit, our team members plan a cause. According to us, we should go to the mountains with a cause and not without it. This time, we planned to support the handloom weavers." Earlier this year, Pothuraju, along with his coach and his mother, among others, had scaled Uhuru peak of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the highest peak in Africa. He had unfurled the Tricolour at a height of 5,895 meters above the sea level on April 2.

Hyderabad: 8-year-old successfully climbs Australia's highest mountain

Demanding special status for his state, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu held "Dharma Porata Deeksha" (struggle for justice) protest against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, at Srikakulam town on Saturday.

While addressing a public meeting; the Chief Minister asserted that he will not stop until justice is done to the state of Andhra Pradesh. Furious with the BJP, Naidu accused it of betraying Andhra Pradesh.

"Modi had sworn at the abode of Lord Balaji to build a capital for Andhra Pradesh, which would be greater than Delhi, to fulfil the promises of reorganization act, to give special package in the lines of Bundelkhand package. But he did not fulfil not even a single promise."He cheated by not giving special status to Andhra Pradesh, whereas the status is extended for 11 states`` he added.

He further cornered the Centre for ignoring his relentless endeavours to attain a special status for Andhra Pradesh.

"Prime Minister Modi did not respond even after reminding a number of times to stand on his word. The centre continued threatening attitude, compelling TDP to quit NDA. On the very same day, we decided that there is no way other than fighting against the centre."Our party MPs` fight against the centre has been remarkable; all parties across the country supported us. The centre gave only Rs 1500 crores for construction of capital, in fact, those funds are enough only for underground cable works. The youth of Andhra should be ready to fight against the betrayal of BJP. Special category status is the right of Andhra people and we all have to fight united for that," he added.

He also accused the BJP of meddling in the affairs of Central agencies like the CBI and the RBI among other constitutional institutions.

"BJP led NDA government has weakened CBI, RBI and all other constitutional institutions. The NDA is taking away the freedom of all the people of the country. Industrialists and business class are afraid of the Central Government."

He also touched upon the issue of EVM tampering and batted for using ballot paper to cast vote in the 2019 general elections.

"The public should be alert in the forthcoming elections. EVMs are not tampered proof, there are suspicions on the misuse of EVMs in the country. Paper ballot alone can be good. No developed country is using EVMs," he said.

Continuing his tirade, he alleged that the opposition party in the state, YS Jaganmohan Reddy-led YSRCP has colluded with the BJP to conspire against the TDP.&nbsp;

Demanding special status for his state, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu held "Dharma Porata Deeksha" (struggle for justice) protest against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, at Srikakulam town on Saturday.

Demanding special status for his state, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu held "Dharma Porata Deeksha" (struggle for justice) protest against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, at Srikakulam town on Saturday. While addressing a public meeting; the Chief Minister asserted that he will not stop until justice is done to the state of Andhra Pradesh. Furious with the BJP, Naidu accused it of betraying Andhra Pradesh. "Modi had sworn at the abode of Lord Balaji to build a capital for Andhra Pradesh, which would be greater than Delhi, to fulfil the promises of reorganization act, to give special package in the lines of Bundelkhand package. But he did not fulfil not even a single promise."He cheated by not giving special status to Andhra Pradesh, whereas the status is extended for 11 states`` he added. He further cornered the Centre for ignoring his relentless endeavours to attain a special status for Andhra Pradesh. "Prime Minister Modi did not respond even after reminding a number of times to stand on his word. The centre continued threatening attitude, compelling TDP to quit NDA. On the very same day, we decided that there is no way other than fighting against the centre."Our party MPs` fight against the centre has been remarkable; all parties across the country supported us. The centre gave only Rs 1500 crores for construction of capital, in fact, those funds are enough only for underground cable works. The youth of Andhra should be ready to fight against the betrayal of BJP. Special category status is the right of Andhra people and we all have to fight united for that," he added. He also accused the BJP of meddling in the affairs of Central agencies like the CBI and the RBI among other constitutional institutions. "BJP led NDA government has weakened CBI, RBI and all other constitutional institutions. The NDA is taking away the freedom of all the people of the country. Industrialists and business class are afraid of the Central Government." He also touched upon the issue of EVM tampering and batted for using ballot paper to cast vote in the 2019 general elections. "The public should be alert in the forthcoming elections. EVMs are not tampered proof, there are suspicions on the misuse of EVMs in the country. Paper ballot alone can be good. No developed country is using EVMs," he said. Continuing his tirade, he alleged that the opposition party in the state, YS Jaganmohan Reddy-led YSRCP has colluded with the BJP to conspire against the TDP.

Special status row: TDP protests against BJP in Srikakulam

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday slammed the incumbent Congress government for blaming him for the shortage of urea in the state.

Lashing out at the Chief Minister Kamal Nath-led government, Chouhan said that instead of levelling baseless allegations at the previous dispensation, the Congress party should concentrate on running the state efficiently. Rubbishing Congress` claims of urea shortage, Chouhan told ANI, " Congress is in power in the state now, they should stop making baseless allegations and run the government efficiently. The state has already received more than 4 lakh metric tonne Urea till December 15, it should be distributed among farmers appropriately."

This comes amid the Congress government writing off loans of farmers in the state.

After winning the recently-concluded elections, the Congress government as promised, waived farm loans in the state. A similar announcement was made by the grand old party in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, where it uprooted the BJP and formed the government.

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday slammed the incumbent Congress government for blaming him for the shortage of urea in the state.

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday slammed the incumbent Congress government for blaming him for the shortage of urea in the state. Lashing out at the Chief Minister Kamal Nath-led government, Chouhan said that instead of levelling baseless allegations at the previous dispensation, the Congress party should concentrate on running the state efficiently. Rubbishing Congress` claims of urea shortage, Chouhan told ANI, " Congress is in power in the state now, they should stop making baseless allegations and run the government efficiently. The state has already received more than 4 lakh metric tonne Urea till December 15, it should be distributed among farmers appropriately." This comes amid the Congress government writing off loans of farmers in the state. After winning the recently-concluded elections, the Congress government as promised, waived farm loans in the state. A similar announcement was made by the grand old party in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, where it uprooted the BJP and formed the government.

Madhya Pradesh: Shivraj Singh Chouhan lashes out at Congress over urea shortage claim

Karnataka Chief Minister <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jds-congress-karnataka-ministry-expanded-8-congress-ministers-inducted-185884">HD Kumaraswamy</a> on Saturday wrote a letter to Union Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu requesting him to rename Belagavi Airport as Kittur Rani Chennamma Airport and Hubballi Airport as Sangolli Rayanna Airport.

The Chief Minister has said that the renaming would be a befitting tribute to the well-known freedom fighters.

Kittur Rani Chennamma led an armed rebellion against the British East India Company in 1824 in defiance of the Doctrine of Lapse in an attempt to maintain Indian control over the region.

While Sangolli Rayanna was the army chief of the Kingdom of Kittur which was then ruled by Rani Chennamma.

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Saturday wrote a letter to Union Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu requesting him to rename Belagavi Airport as Kittur Rani Chennamma Airport and Hubballi Airport as Sangolli Rayanna Airport.

Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Saturday wrote a letter to Union Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu requesting him to rename Belagavi Airport as Kittur Rani Chennamma Airport and Hubballi Airport as Sangolli Rayanna Airport. The Chief Minister has said that the renaming would be a befitting tribute to the well-known freedom fighters. Kittur Rani Chennamma led an armed rebellion against the British East India Company in 1824 in defiance of the Doctrine of Lapse in an attempt to maintain Indian control over the region. While Sangolli Rayanna was the army chief of the Kingdom of Kittur which was then ruled by Rani Chennamma.

Karnataka CM asks Centre to rename Belagavi, Hubballi airports

Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday lashed out at the Congress party, saying no agency can snoop on citizens and that misinformation is being spread to hamper the country`s image and security.

This comes amid reports of BJP-led Central government giving a free hand to 10 agencies to intercept information on computers.

The MoS also sought an apology from the Congress party in the connection and asserted that the latest Home ministry notification was an initiative to enable Internet service providers to help in serious cases of uploading of child pornography and jehadi contents.

Taking to his twitter handle Rijiju underlined that his government has implemented the rules framed by the Congress in 2009.

"No agency can snoop on citizens. Rules framed by UPA Government in 2009 have been put by MHA in public domain to prevent misuse by unauthorised persons, agencies or service providers. And to enable ISPs to help in serious cases of uploading of child pornography and jehadi contents," he tweeted.&nbsp;

"Congress should apologise to the nation for terming Orwellian State. Not a single word is added or deleted but MHA has simply notified the rules which were made when P. Chidambaram was the Home Minister," he added.

The issue came to fore after Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad on the floor of the house alleged that "undeclared Emergency has taken final shape" and "all federal agencies have been let loose".

Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday lashed out at the Congress party, saying no agency can snoop on citizens and that misinformation is being spread to hamper the country`s image and security.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday lashed out at the Congress party, saying no agency can snoop on citizens and that misinformation is being spread to hamper the country`s image and security. This comes amid reports of BJP-led Central government giving a free hand to 10 agencies to intercept information on computers. The MoS also sought an apology from the Congress party in the connection and asserted that the latest Home ministry notification was an initiative to enable Internet service providers to help in serious cases of uploading of child pornography and jehadi contents. Taking to his twitter handle Rijiju underlined that his government has implemented the rules framed by the Congress in 2009. "No agency can snoop on citizens. Rules framed by UPA Government in 2009 have been put by MHA in public domain to prevent misuse by unauthorised persons, agencies or service providers. And to enable ISPs to help in serious cases of uploading of child pornography and jehadi contents," he tweeted. "Congress should apologise to the nation for terming Orwellian State. Not a single word is added or deleted but MHA has simply notified the rules which were made when P. Chidambaram was the Home Minister," he added. The issue came to fore after Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Ghulam Nabi Azad on the floor of the house alleged that "undeclared Emergency has taken final shape" and "all federal agencies have been let loose".

Snooping row: Rijiju tears into Congress, demands apology for hurting India's image

Tension prevailed at Pamba, the foothills of the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/opinions/sabarimala-and-downfall-of-communist-rule-in-kerala-177818">Lord Ayyappa Temple</a>&nbsp;in Kerala, on Sunday morning as a group of 11 women, below the age of 50 years, tried to trek the hilltop shrine, even as devotees protested against the move.

Though they attempted to trek through the traditional forest path, about five kilometres from the temple complex, they could not go forward as devotees started a "namajapa" (chanting of hymns of the lord) protest against them.

The women, members of the Chennai-based "Manithi" outfit, are now squatting on the road. Police have thrown a security ring around them.

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Women, in the age group of 10-50 years, are traditionally barred from entering the Sabarimala temple. But the Supreme Court, through its September 28 landmark verdict, lifted the curb and permitted women of all age groups to offer prayers at the temple.

"We will continue the protest till we can visit the temple and offer prayers to Lord Ayyappa. Police asked us to go back, citing security reasons. But we will not go," Thilakavathi, one of the members of the group, told a television channel.

"Priests of the local temple at Pamba did not cooperate with us and declined to get our 'irumudikettu' (sacred offering to the God) ready as per custom. So we did it on our own," she said, adding that more members of their outfit would reach the state soon to visit Sabarimala.

Of the 11 women, six carried the traditional irumudikettu which is mandatory to climb the 'pathinettam padi' (holy steps leading to sanctum sanctorum).

Clad in the customary black dress, the women, led by the outfit's coordinator Selvi, insisted to the police that they want protection to offer prayers at the shrine.

As the news spread, a large number of devotees thronged Pamba, about five kilometres away from Sannidhanam (Sabarimala temple complex).

Police officials are now holding talks with the representatives of the outfit.

Anxiety had loomed large in and around Sabarimala temple for some days as 'Manithi', the outfit, had declared that a group of 50 women, all below the traditionally barred age of 50 years, would visit the shrine Sunday.

Selvy had told a Malayalam TV channel that the group comprised women from different states, including Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Karnataka besides Kerala.

She had also said they had already written to the office of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and informed him about their plan to trek to the hill temple.

Kerala had witnessed massive protests by devotees opposing the entry of girls and women in the 10-50 age group into the Sabarimala temple since the Kerala government decided to implement the September 28 verdict of the Supreme Court permitting women of all age groups there.

Over a dozen women have so far made unsuccessful attempts to trek the holy hills.

Four transgenders, who were earlier stopped from proceeding towards the Lord Ayyappa temple citing security reasons, offered prayers at the hill shrine under heavy police security earlier this week.

The Kerala High Court earlier this month appointed a three-member committee, vesting them with powers to oversee law and order and other problems faced by pilgrims during the ongoing annual season.

Tension prevailed at Pamba, the foothills of the Lord Ayyappa Temple in Kerala, on Sunday morning as a group of 11 women, below the age of 50 years, tried to trek the hilltop shrine, even as devotees protested against the move.

Tension prevailed at Pamba, the foothills of the Lord Ayyappa Temple in Kerala, on Sunday morning as a group of 11 women, below the age of 50 years, tried to trek the hilltop shrine, even as devotees protested against the move. Though they attempted to trek through the traditional forest path, about five kilometres from the temple complex, they could not go forward as devotees started a "namajapa" (chanting of hymns of the lord) protest against them. The women, members of the Chennai-based "Manithi" outfit, are now squatting on the road. Police have thrown a security ring around them. Kerala: Group of women devotees reached Pampa base camp in the early morning hours to trek to #SabarimalaTemple, said, "Please give us way, we will visit the temple and return back soon." pic.twitter.com/VqgTSXK5Aw — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Kerala: Ayyappa devotees protest outside Kottayam Railway Station following reports of women devotees' visit to #Sabarimala Temple today. Police at the spot. pic.twitter.com/3PbqQgLxaJ — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Women, in the age group of 10-50 years, are traditionally barred from entering the Sabarimala temple. But the Supreme Court, through its September 28 landmark verdict, lifted the curb and permitted women of all age groups to offer prayers at the temple. "We will continue the protest till we can visit the temple and offer prayers to Lord Ayyappa. Police asked us to go back, citing security reasons. But we will not go," Thilakavathi, one of the members of the group, told a television channel. "Priests of the local temple at Pamba did not cooperate with us and declined to get our 'irumudikettu' (sacred offering to the God) ready as per custom. So we did it on our own," she said, adding that more members of their outfit would reach the state soon to visit Sabarimala. Of the 11 women, six carried the traditional irumudikettu which is mandatory to climb the 'pathinettam padi' (holy steps leading to sanctum sanctorum). Clad in the customary black dress, the women, led by the outfit's coordinator Selvi, insisted to the police that they want protection to offer prayers at the shrine. As the news spread, a large number of devotees thronged Pamba, about five kilometres away from Sannidhanam (Sabarimala temple complex). Police officials are now holding talks with the representatives of the outfit. Anxiety had loomed large in and around Sabarimala temple for some days as 'Manithi', the outfit, had declared that a group of 50 women, all below the traditionally barred age of 50 years, would visit the shrine Sunday. Selvy had told a Malayalam TV channel that the group comprised women from different states, including Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Karnataka besides Kerala. She had also said they had already written to the office of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and informed him about their plan to trek to the hill temple. Kerala had witnessed massive protests by devotees opposing the entry of girls and women in the 10-50 age group into the Sabarimala temple since the Kerala government decided to implement the September 28 verdict of the Supreme Court permitting women of all age groups there. Over a dozen women have so far made unsuccessful attempts to trek the holy hills. Four transgenders, who were earlier stopped from proceeding towards the Lord Ayyappa temple citing security reasons, offered prayers at the hill shrine under heavy police security earlier this week. The Kerala High Court earlier this month appointed a three-member committee, vesting them with powers to oversee law and order and other problems faced by pilgrims during the ongoing annual season.

Tension in Kerala's Pamba as group of 11 women try to trek to Sabarimala

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has backed Prime Minister Imran Khan's peace initiatives, saying the new government has extended a hand of peace and friendship towards India with utmost sincerity but it should not be taken as Islamabad's weakness.

Addressing the passing out parade of Midshipmen and Short Service Course at the Naval Academy in Karachi on Saturday, Bajwa said that Pakistan was "a peace loving country and believes in peace".

Lauding the efforts of Prime Minister Khan's government to achieve peace between Pakistan and India, the army chief said peace benefits everyone and it is time to fight disease, poverty and illiteracy instead of fighting against each other.

"Our new government has extended a hand of peace and friendship towards India with utmost sincerity but it should not be taken as our weakness," Bajwa said.

The powerful army, which has ruled Pakistan for more than half of its 71 years, has always wielded considerable power in the matters of foreign policy.

The Indo-Pak ties strained after the terror attacks by Pakistan-based terrorists in 2016 and India's surgical strikes inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The ties further nose-dived in 2017 with no bilateral talks talking place between them.

Amidst deadly skirmishes along the Line of Control and diplomatic bickering for better part of 2018, the consensus on both sides to open the Kartarpur corridor for Indian Sikh pilgrims has created a ray of hope for improvement in Indo-Pak ties.

"Wars bring death, destruction and misery for the people. Ultimately all issues are resolved on the table through negotiations that is why we are trying very hard to help bring a lasting peace in Afghanistan by supporting Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace plan," Bajwa said.

He also warned that Pakistan is yet to get out from terrorism or sabotage phase of an unannounced war against it.

"Like the terrorists before; the protagonists of the new threats are at times, our own people. Mostly misguided by ambitions, blinded by hate, ethnicity or religion or simply overawed by social media onslaught, some of our own boys and girls readily fall victim to such dangerous or hostile narratives," Bajwa said.

Referring to hybrid warfare, the army chief said information and modern technology has changed the nature of warfare now being waged and has tilted the balance in favour of those nations that have embraced the change readily.

"But frankly speaking, even that will not be sufficient as the ever-increasing threat of hybrid war, to which we are subjected to, will need a totally new approach and change of traditional mindset," he said.

Advising future military leaders to prepare themselves for the threats they will face, Bajwa said that they should be able to "gauge the enemies latest moves and be ready to respond, even when a surgical strike exists only in cognitive domain or media or even when the attack comes, not in the battlefield but in cyber space, or against country's ideological frontiers."

"The response to such onslaughts or threats cannot always be kinetic in nature," he said, adding that a superior narrative needs to be propagated to deal with attacks in the cognitive domain.&nbsp;

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has backed Prime Minister Imran Khan's peace initiatives, saying the new government has extended a hand of peace and friendship towards India with utmost sincerity but it should not be taken as Islamabad's weakness.

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has backed Prime Minister Imran Khan's peace initiatives, saying the new government has extended a hand of peace and friendship towards India with utmost sincerity but it should not be taken as Islamabad's weakness. Addressing the passing out parade of Midshipmen and Short Service Course at the Naval Academy in Karachi on Saturday, Bajwa said that Pakistan was "a peace loving country and believes in peace". Lauding the efforts of Prime Minister Khan's government to achieve peace between Pakistan and India, the army chief said peace benefits everyone and it is time to fight disease, poverty and illiteracy instead of fighting against each other. "Our new government has extended a hand of peace and friendship towards India with utmost sincerity but it should not be taken as our weakness," Bajwa said. The powerful army, which has ruled Pakistan for more than half of its 71 years, has always wielded considerable power in the matters of foreign policy. The Indo-Pak ties strained after the terror attacks by Pakistan-based terrorists in 2016 and India's surgical strikes inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The ties further nose-dived in 2017 with no bilateral talks talking place between them. Amidst deadly skirmishes along the Line of Control and diplomatic bickering for better part of 2018, the consensus on both sides to open the Kartarpur corridor for Indian Sikh pilgrims has created a ray of hope for improvement in Indo-Pak ties. "Wars bring death, destruction and misery for the people. Ultimately all issues are resolved on the table through negotiations that is why we are trying very hard to help bring a lasting peace in Afghanistan by supporting Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace plan," Bajwa said. He also warned that Pakistan is yet to get out from terrorism or sabotage phase of an unannounced war against it. "Like the terrorists before; the protagonists of the new threats are at times, our own people. Mostly misguided by ambitions, blinded by hate, ethnicity or religion or simply overawed by social media onslaught, some of our own boys and girls readily fall victim to such dangerous or hostile narratives," Bajwa said. Referring to hybrid warfare, the army chief said information and modern technology has changed the nature of warfare now being waged and has tilted the balance in favour of those nations that have embraced the change readily. "But frankly speaking, even that will not be sufficient as the ever-increasing threat of hybrid war, to which we are subjected to, will need a totally new approach and change of traditional mindset," he said. Advising future military leaders to prepare themselves for the threats they will face, Bajwa said that they should be able to "gauge the enemies latest moves and be ready to respond, even when a surgical strike exists only in cognitive domain or media or even when the attack comes, not in the battlefield but in cyber space, or against country's ideological frontiers." "The response to such onslaughts or threats cannot always be kinetic in nature," he said, adding that a superior narrative needs to be propagated to deal with attacks in the cognitive domain.

Effort to achieve peace with India isn't sign of weakness: Pak army chief

DMK Chief M K Stalin Sunday stood by his remarks about making Congress president Rahul Gandhi the Opposition's prime ministerial candidate and said that some state leaders would take a call on the recommendation at a later date.

"Some people questioned whether I can propose Rahul Gandhi's name as the prime ministerial candidate. What is wrong in that?" he said at an event here.&nbsp;

"If we do not propose (Rahul Gandhi's name), then who will? Did anyone deny it? Some state leaders are planning to decide on it after sorting out differences in their respective states," he said.

Stalin had on December 16 vowed to make Congress chief Rahul Gandhi the country's next prime minister, lauding him for having the ability to defeat the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre.

"In 2018, on the occasion of unveiling Thalaivar Kalaignar statue, I propose, we will install a new prime minister in Delhi. We will build a new India, as the son of Thalaivar Kalaignar, I propose the candidature of Rahul Gandhi from Tamil Nadu," he had said.&nbsp;

The DMK chief reiterated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was a 'sadist' as he did not visit Tamil Nadu after cyclone Gaja that left a trail of destruction and claimed more than 50 lives in the state.

"Today, the topic is being widely debated. What's wrong in my comment? I did not say it at a personal level. Not as a leader of the BJP, he's the prime minister now. I am saying he did not even offer condolences to those who lost their lives due to cyclone Gaja," Stalin said.

Reacting to his remarks, BJP Tamil Nadu unit President Tamilisai Soundarrajan said in Chennai that Stalin has become the "saddest Stalin".

"Stalin called Modi sadist in the presence of Congress Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, but it is he who is the saddest," she told reporters.

DMK Chief M K Stalin Sunday stood by his remarks about making Congress president Rahul Gandhi the Opposition's prime ministerial candidate and said that some state leaders would take a call on the recommendation at a later date.

DMK Chief M K Stalin Sunday stood by his remarks about making Congress president Rahul Gandhi the Opposition's prime ministerial candidate and said that some state leaders would take a call on the recommendation at a later date. "Some people questioned whether I can propose Rahul Gandhi's name as the prime ministerial candidate. What is wrong in that?" he said at an event here. "If we do not propose (Rahul Gandhi's name), then who will? Did anyone deny it? Some state leaders are planning to decide on it after sorting out differences in their respective states," he said. Stalin had on December 16 vowed to make Congress chief Rahul Gandhi the country's next prime minister, lauding him for having the ability to defeat the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre. "In 2018, on the occasion of unveiling Thalaivar Kalaignar statue, I propose, we will install a new prime minister in Delhi. We will build a new India, as the son of Thalaivar Kalaignar, I propose the candidature of Rahul Gandhi from Tamil Nadu," he had said. The DMK chief reiterated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was a 'sadist' as he did not visit Tamil Nadu after cyclone Gaja that left a trail of destruction and claimed more than 50 lives in the state. "Today, the topic is being widely debated. What's wrong in my comment? I did not say it at a personal level. Not as a leader of the BJP, he's the prime minister now. I am saying he did not even offer condolences to those who lost their lives due to cyclone Gaja," Stalin said. Reacting to his remarks, BJP Tamil Nadu unit President Tamilisai Soundarrajan said in Chennai that Stalin has become the "saddest Stalin". "Stalin called Modi sadist in the presence of Congress Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, but it is he who is the saddest," she told reporters.

Stalin says state leaders planning to take call on Rahul as PM

Cold weather continued to grip parts of north India on Sunday and a blanket of fog enveloped several areas of the region affecting road and rail traffic.

In Delhi, the mercury once again dipped to 3.7 degrees Celsius in early morning.&nbsp;

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi`s Air Quality Index at 8 a.m. was 441 with major pollutants being PM2.5 and PM10.

This is the third time in four days that the mercury has plunged to 4 degrees Celsius — the lowest temperature in the last four years.

The fall in temperature is due to cold wave conditions prevailing over northwest India.&nbsp;

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In Uttar Pradesh, the met office said shallow-to-moderate fog occurred at isolated places over the state and there was dense fog in some parts of western UP.

Night temperatures remained below normal in Varanasi, Faizabad, Allahabad, Lucknow, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur and Agra divisions. Muzaffarnagar was the coldest in the state with 0.4 degrees Celsius.

Cold weather continued to grip parts of north India on Sunday and a blanket of fog enveloped several areas of the region affecting road and rail traffic. In Delhi, the mercury once again dipped to 3.

Cold weather continued to grip parts of north India on Sunday and a blanket of fog enveloped several areas of the region affecting road and rail traffic. In Delhi, the mercury once again dipped to 3.7 degrees Celsius in early morning. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi`s Air Quality Index at 8 a.m. was 441 with major pollutants being PM2.5 and PM10. This is the third time in four days that the mercury has plunged to 4 degrees Celsius — the lowest temperature in the last four years. The fall in temperature is due to cold wave conditions prevailing over northwest India. Delhi recorded 3.7 degrees Celsius early morning today; Visuals from Rajpath and New Delhi railway station pic.twitter.com/zWReY00G8r — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × In Uttar Pradesh, the met office said shallow-to-moderate fog occurred at isolated places over the state and there was dense fog in some parts of western UP. Night temperatures remained below normal in Varanasi, Faizabad, Allahabad, Lucknow, Bareilly, Meerut, Gorakhpur and Agra divisions. Muzaffarnagar was the coldest in the state with 0.4 degrees Celsius.

Cold wave and fog continue to grip North India

The swearing-in ceremony of Rajasthan cabinet ministers is likely to take place at the Raj Bhawan in Jaipur on Monday.

While the swearing-in of the cabinet ministers in Chhatisgarh and&nbsp;Madhya Pradesh&nbsp;is scheduled for&nbsp;December 25.

Chief Ministers of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh met Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday to discuss cabinet formation in their states

According to sources, Gandhi met Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his Madhya Pradesh counterpart Kamal Nath in the evening and is learnt to have discussed cabinet formation in their states.

He also spoke with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel later in the evening.&nbsp;

Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot was among senior party leaders from the three states who were present at the meetings.

The sources said Gandhi will take a final call on cabinet formation.

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The newly appointed chief ministers of the three states took oath&nbsp;on December 17.

(With inputs from agencies)

The swearing-in ceremony of Rajasthan cabinet ministers is likely to take place at the Raj Bhawan in Jaipur on Monday. While the swearing-in of the cabinet ministers in Chhatisgarh and Madhya Pradesh is scheduled for December 25.

The swearing-in ceremony of Rajasthan cabinet ministers is likely to take place at the Raj Bhawan in Jaipur on Monday. While the swearing-in of the cabinet ministers in Chhatisgarh and Madhya Pradesh is scheduled for December 25. Chief Ministers of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh met Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday to discuss cabinet formation in their states According to sources, Gandhi met Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his Madhya Pradesh counterpart Kamal Nath in the evening and is learnt to have discussed cabinet formation in their states. He also spoke with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel later in the evening. Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot was among senior party leaders from the three states who were present at the meetings. The sources said Gandhi will take a final call on cabinet formation. Swearing-in ceremony of the #Rajasthan cabinet ministers to be held tomorrow at Raj Bhavan in Jaipur. — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Swearing-in ceremony of the #Chhattisgarh cabinet ministers to be held on 25 December at Raj Bhavan in Raipur. — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × The newly appointed chief ministers of the three states took oath on December 17. (With inputs from agencies)

Rajasthan: CM Ashok Gehlot-led cabinet likely to take oath on Monday

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Sunday said whenever Ram temple is constructed at Ayodhya it would be only by "us" and no one else and termed Hindu culture as India's only culture.&nbsp;

In an apparent reference to the issue, Adityanath said: "Some people here were speaking about Ram Janmabhoomi. Friends, whosoever does this job or whenever this job is done, this job will be done by us, no one else will be able to do so".&nbsp;

He, however, did not elaborate who would undertake the work.

Addressing a gathering here on the occasion of Yuva Kumbh, Adityanath said, "India is a nation, and it has only one culture. India has a thought (soch). Here languages, castes, regions, eating habits, dialects may be different.

From a political point of view, there can be differences in India, but the country has one culture, which is&nbsp;known as "Hindu culture. And, all of us should feel proud about it," he said.

Pointing towards Congress president Rahul Gandhi, the UP Chief Minister said, "Those who used to consider&nbsp;Ram and Krishna as myth, are making attempts to flash their janeu (sacred thread) and tell their gotra to mislead people (Jo log Ram aur Krsihna ko mithak maante rahe hai, unn logo dwaraa janeu dikhaakar aur gotra bataakar bharmaane kaa prayaas kiyaa jaa raha hai)."&nbsp;

Without naming anyone, Adityanath said, "We have the opportunity of understanding these conspiracies, which represent the negativities in the country and making an effort to push the country towards disintegration. Preparations will be made to hatch this conspiracy at every level, but it is important that we have to remain alert".

On employment generation in the state, the Chief Minister process is on to recruit 69,000 teachers and 50,000?policemen in the state, which will be completed in the initial month of 2019.&nbsp;

He said the One District, One Product scheme will generate jobs for 20 lakh youth in the next 5 years and that an investment climate was being created.

Adityanath along with UP Governor Ram Naik participated in the inaugural session of the Yuva Kumbh.

Adityanath also said, "Kumbh is the symbol of India's unity and integrity, and its spirit is that youth power should be used for nation building. The state government will make efforts to provide all possible facilities to pilgrims at the Kumbh. The state government will also establish grand statue of Bharadwaj Muni and Goddess Saraswati in Prayagraj."

Speaking on the occasion Ram Naik said, "The world has now started to realise the strength of India The 2019 Kumbh in Praygraj will introduce the world with India's cultural greatness."&nbsp;

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Sunday said whenever Ram temple is constructed at Ayodhya it would be only by "us" and no one else and termed Hindu culture as India's only culture.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Sunday said whenever Ram temple is constructed at Ayodhya it would be only by "us" and no one else and termed Hindu culture as India's only culture. In an apparent reference to the issue, Adityanath said: "Some people here were speaking about Ram Janmabhoomi. Friends, whosoever does this job or whenever this job is done, this job will be done by us, no one else will be able to do so". He, however, did not elaborate who would undertake the work. Addressing a gathering here on the occasion of Yuva Kumbh, Adityanath said, "India is a nation, and it has only one culture. India has a thought (soch). Here languages, castes, regions, eating habits, dialects may be different. From a political point of view, there can be differences in India, but the country has one culture, which is known as "Hindu culture. And, all of us should feel proud about it," he said. Pointing towards Congress president Rahul Gandhi, the UP Chief Minister said, "Those who used to consider Ram and Krishna as myth, are making attempts to flash their janeu (sacred thread) and tell their gotra to mislead people (Jo log Ram aur Krsihna ko mithak maante rahe hai, unn logo dwaraa janeu dikhaakar aur gotra bataakar bharmaane kaa prayaas kiyaa jaa raha hai)." Without naming anyone, Adityanath said, "We have the opportunity of understanding these conspiracies, which represent the negativities in the country and making an effort to push the country towards disintegration. Preparations will be made to hatch this conspiracy at every level, but it is important that we have to remain alert". On employment generation in the state, the Chief Minister process is on to recruit 69,000 teachers and 50,000?policemen in the state, which will be completed in the initial month of 2019. He said the One District, One Product scheme will generate jobs for 20 lakh youth in the next 5 years and that an investment climate was being created. Adityanath along with UP Governor Ram Naik participated in the inaugural session of the Yuva Kumbh. Adityanath also said, "Kumbh is the symbol of India's unity and integrity, and its spirit is that youth power should be used for nation building. The state government will make efforts to provide all possible facilities to pilgrims at the Kumbh. The state government will also establish grand statue of Bharadwaj Muni and Goddess Saraswati in Prayagraj." Speaking on the occasion Ram Naik said, "The world has now started to realise the strength of India The 2019 Kumbh in Praygraj will introduce the world with India's cultural greatness."

'Whenever Ram temple is built in Ayodhya it will be by us': Yogi Adityanath

Delhi recorded its second highest pollution level this year on Sunday, with authorities advising people to minimise outdoor activities for the next couple of days.

Authorities said unfavourable meteorological conditions are likely to keep the air quality in the severe category for the next couple of days.&nbsp;

While the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed the overall air quality index (AQI) at 'severe' level of 450, the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting (SAFAR) showed a higher level at 471.

This is the second highest pollution level this year. The highest was recorded on November 8, a day after Diwali, when the AQI touched 571.

A CPCB-led task force has advised people to minimise outdoor exposure for the next three to five days and avoid using private vehicles.

The task force held a meeting on Saturday in response to the current high PM2.5 levels which climbed to severe plus emergency category.

Prolonged exposure to PM2.5 pollutants can lead to diseases like cancer and increases chances of stroke.

At the meeting, a number of recommendations were made to the Supreme Court-appointed Environment Pollution Control Authority (EPCA), including agencies to intensify ground actions to enforce measures already in place, particularly to control emissions from vehicles and burning of biomass.

The other recommendations made were: agencies concerned to increase surveillance to find industrial waste dumping or burning especially in hotspots that are vulnerable to high pollution level, water sprinkling and mechanized sweeping to be intensified and traffic police to ensure smooth flow of traffic, including during long holidays.

The task force also urged people to avoid use of private vehicles particularly diesel vehicles and minimise outdoor exposure for the next three to five days specially for those with respiratory illness.

According to experts, under the 'severe' category, even healthy people find it hard to breathe and doctors advise minimum physical activity.

Thirty areas of the national capital recorded on Sunday 'severe' air quality while it was 'very poor' in six, the CPCB said.

Several areas like Ashok Vihar, Anand Vihar and Wazirpur, among others, inched towards the 'severe plus emergency' category, the data showed.

In NCR, Ghaziabad recorded the worst air quality with an AQI of 475. Faridabad and Noida also recorded 'severe' air quality, the CPCB said.

In Delhi, the overall PM2.5 level -- fine particulate matter in the air with a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometer -- was recorded at 404 and the PM10 -- fine particulate matter in the air with a diameter of less than 10 micrometer--level at 577, the CPCB said.

Both PM2.5 and PM10 fell in the 'severe plus emergency' category, it said.

The IMD said prolonged period of light winds and low temperature are likely to continue for the next three to five days, resulting in poor dispersion of pollutants and the current severe air quality may continue for the next two to three days.

According to the SAFAR, Delhi's overall air quality is expected to remain in severe range until Monday morning and thereafter start to improve slowly and may touch very poor range.

There is a significant fall in temperature which has brought huge amount of moisture beneath and slowed dispersion of pollutants, it said.

Delhi recorded its second highest pollution level this year on Sunday, with authorities advising people to minimise outdoor activities for the next couple of days.

Delhi recorded its second highest pollution level this year on Sunday, with authorities advising people to minimise outdoor activities for the next couple of days. Authorities said unfavourable meteorological conditions are likely to keep the air quality in the severe category for the next couple of days. While the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed the overall air quality index (AQI) at 'severe' level of 450, the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting (SAFAR) showed a higher level at 471. This is the second highest pollution level this year. The highest was recorded on November 8, a day after Diwali, when the AQI touched 571. A CPCB-led task force has advised people to minimise outdoor exposure for the next three to five days and avoid using private vehicles. The task force held a meeting on Saturday in response to the current high PM2.5 levels which climbed to severe plus emergency category. Prolonged exposure to PM2.5 pollutants can lead to diseases like cancer and increases chances of stroke. At the meeting, a number of recommendations were made to the Supreme Court-appointed Environment Pollution Control Authority (EPCA), including agencies to intensify ground actions to enforce measures already in place, particularly to control emissions from vehicles and burning of biomass. The other recommendations made were: agencies concerned to increase surveillance to find industrial waste dumping or burning especially in hotspots that are vulnerable to high pollution level, water sprinkling and mechanized sweeping to be intensified and traffic police to ensure smooth flow of traffic, including during long holidays. The task force also urged people to avoid use of private vehicles particularly diesel vehicles and minimise outdoor exposure for the next three to five days specially for those with respiratory illness. According to experts, under the 'severe' category, even healthy people find it hard to breathe and doctors advise minimum physical activity. Thirty areas of the national capital recorded on Sunday 'severe' air quality while it was 'very poor' in six, the CPCB said. Several areas like Ashok Vihar, Anand Vihar and Wazirpur, among others, inched towards the 'severe plus emergency' category, the data showed. In NCR, Ghaziabad recorded the worst air quality with an AQI of 475. Faridabad and Noida also recorded 'severe' air quality, the CPCB said. In Delhi, the overall PM2.5 level -- fine particulate matter in the air with a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometer -- was recorded at 404 and the PM10 -- fine particulate matter in the air with a diameter of less than 10 micrometer--level at 577, the CPCB said. Both PM2.5 and PM10 fell in the 'severe plus emergency' category, it said. The IMD said prolonged period of light winds and low temperature are likely to continue for the next three to five days, resulting in poor dispersion of pollutants and the current severe air quality may continue for the next two to three days. According to the SAFAR, Delhi's overall air quality is expected to remain in severe range until Monday morning and thereafter start to improve slowly and may touch very poor range. There is a significant fall in temperature which has brought huge amount of moisture beneath and slowed dispersion of pollutants, it said.

Delhi's air quality severe, CPCB urges people to minimise outdoor activities

As many as five people were killed in a bus accident in Dang in Gujarat.

On Saturday, a bus carrying more than 50 students fell into a deep gorge on Mahal-Bardipada route in Dang district of Gujarat.

Police and local authorities rescued several students in the accident. All the students are in the age group of 10-16 years. Rescued students have been taken to hospital for treatment.

Reportedly, the bus was returning from Shabri Dham, a religious and tourist destination in the Dang district.&nbsp;

As many as five people were killed in a bus accident in Dang in Gujarat. On Saturday, a bus carrying more than 50 students fell into a deep gorge on Mahal-Bardipada route in Dang district of Gujarat.

As many as five people were killed in a bus accident in Dang in Gujarat. On Saturday, a bus carrying more than 50 students fell into a deep gorge on Mahal-Bardipada route in Dang district of Gujarat. Police and local authorities rescued several students in the accident. All the students are in the age group of 10-16 years. Rescued students have been taken to hospital for treatment. Reportedly, the bus was returning from Shabri Dham, a religious and tourist destination in the Dang district.

Gujarat: Five killed in Dang bus accident

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao met with his Odisha counterpart Naveen Patnaik on Sunday hinting at commencing the talks for the formation of a 'third front'&nbsp;in the country.

After the meeting, Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao said that the two leaders have initiated talks (that needs to be carried forward) to bring in a change in the country.

He also added that the regional parties need to unite as the country needs a strong alternative to Congress and BJP.

"Country needs a change for which dialogue has begun, we are doing our part but nothing concrete has emerged. We have just begun the dialogue; we will meet again to discuss how to take things forward", KCR said.

"We need to talk to more people across the nation. There is a dire need for the unification of regional parties as there is a strong need for an alternative to Congress and BJP, " he added.

Speaking after the meeting Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik said, "We discussed several things including friendship of like-minded parties. We have not thought that (Parliament elections) far. He came to Odisha to offer thanks to Lord Jagannath for his tremendous victory".&nbsp;

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Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao is on a four-day visit to meet various political leaders to garner support for his proposed non-BJP and non-Congress front ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

(With inputs from agencies)

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao met with his Odisha counterpart Naveen Patnaik on Sunday hinting at commencing the talks for the formation of a 'third front' in the country.

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao met with his Odisha counterpart Naveen Patnaik on Sunday hinting at commencing the talks for the formation of a 'third front' in the country. After the meeting, Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao said that the two leaders have initiated talks (that needs to be carried forward) to bring in a change in the country. He also added that the regional parties need to unite as the country needs a strong alternative to Congress and BJP. "Country needs a change for which dialogue has begun, we are doing our part but nothing concrete has emerged. We have just begun the dialogue; we will meet again to discuss how to take things forward", KCR said. "We need to talk to more people across the nation. There is a dire need for the unification of regional parties as there is a strong need for an alternative to Congress and BJP, " he added. Speaking after the meeting Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik said, "We discussed several things including friendship of like-minded parties. We have not thought that (Parliament elections) far. He came to Odisha to offer thanks to Lord Jagannath for his tremendous victory". Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik after meeting with Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao: We discussed several things including friendship of like-minded parties. We’ve not thought that (Parliament elections) far. He came to Odisha to offer thanks to Lord Jagannath for his tremendous victory pic.twitter.com/t2dbIzhHSc — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao after meeting with Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik: We need to talk to more people across the nation. There’s a dire need for the unification of regional parties as there’s a strong need for an alternative to Congress and BJP. pic.twitter.com/eQWw21lsWC — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao is on a four-day visit to meet various political leaders to garner support for his proposed non-BJP and non-Congress front ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. (With inputs from agencies)

Initiated talks to bring change in country: KCR after meeting Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat Saturday said while there is a strong Constitution and laws in place, their effective implementation does not happen due to a "lack of sensitivity among the masses".

Bhagwat was addressing a gathering in Mumbai, after taking part in 'Dheyapurti Puraskar Ceremony-2018' organised by Nutan Gulgule Foundation (NGF) working for the cause of the people with physical and mental disabilities.

The RSS chief said religion should not be just read in books but be implemented as a way of life, and that humans should behave like human beings.

"There is a strong Constitution, laws in place. However, they are not being implemented due to a lack of sensitivity among masses. There has to be an awakening in the society," he said.

Bhagwat said one's behaviour in public affects the society and that others follow suit.

He added that while 'pooja' (worship) is a matter of faith, the religion of humanity should be imbibed in one's character and behaviour.

Bhagwat further said one's character should be such that they find the religion of humanity and that everybody should strive to ensure they do whatever they can for Divyangs.&nbsp;

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat Saturday said while there is a strong Constitution and laws in place, their effective implementation does not happen due to a "lack of sensitivity among the masses".

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat Saturday said while there is a strong Constitution and laws in place, their effective implementation does not happen due to a "lack of sensitivity among the masses". Bhagwat was addressing a gathering in Mumbai, after taking part in 'Dheyapurti Puraskar Ceremony-2018' organised by Nutan Gulgule Foundation (NGF) working for the cause of the people with physical and mental disabilities. The RSS chief said religion should not be just read in books but be implemented as a way of life, and that humans should behave like human beings. "There is a strong Constitution, laws in place. However, they are not being implemented due to a lack of sensitivity among masses. There has to be an awakening in the society," he said. Bhagwat said one's behaviour in public affects the society and that others follow suit. He added that while 'pooja' (worship) is a matter of faith, the religion of humanity should be imbibed in one's character and behaviour. Bhagwat further said one's character should be such that they find the religion of humanity and that everybody should strive to ensure they do whatever they can for Divyangs.

Laws not being enforced effectively due to lack of sensitivity among people: RSS chief

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-tsunami-hits-indonesia-after-krakatoa-eruption-several-people-killed-185908">At least 43 killed, 584 injured after 'volcano tsunami' hits Indonesia</a>

Authorities say the tsunami may have been triggered by an abnormal tidal surge due to a new moon and an underwater landslide following the eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-women-try-to-trek-sabarimala-tension-prevails-in-pamba-185911">Tension</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-women-try-to-trek-sabarimala-tension-prevails-in-pamba-185911"> in Kerala's Pamba as </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-women-try-to-trek-sabarimala-tension-prevails-in-pamba-185911">group</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-women-try-to-trek-sabarimala-tension-prevails-in-pamba-185911"> of 11 women try to trek to Sabarimala</a>

The women, members of the Chennai-based 'Manithi' outfit, are now squatting on the road. Police have thrown a security ring around them.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-trump-says-us-pulling-out-turkey-sends-troops-into-northern-syria-war-monitor-185910">After Trump says </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-trump-says-us-pulling-out-turkey-sends-troops-into-northern-syria-war-monitor-185910">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-trump-says-us-pulling-out-turkey-sends-troops-into-northern-syria-war-monitor-185910"> pulling out, Turkey sends troops into northern Syria: War monitor</a>

The area the Turkish troops have entered is controlled by Kurdish forces. The Kurds are backed by the US who use them to fight Islamic State; Ankara however thinks of them as terrorists.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/americas/canada-seeks-help-of-allies-for-release-of-detainees-in-china-185916">Canada seeks </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/americas/canada-seeks-help-of-allies-for-release-of-detainees-in-china-185916">help</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/americas/canada-seeks-help-of-allies-for-release-of-detainees-in-china-185916"> of allies for </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/americas/canada-seeks-help-of-allies-for-release-of-detainees-in-china-185916">release</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/americas/canada-seeks-help-of-allies-for-release-of-detainees-in-china-185916"> of detainees in China</a>

Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland said that China's detention of former diplomat Michael Kovrig and consultant Michael Spavor is "not only a Canadian issue.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/how-much-more-freedom-do-you-need-anupam-kher-to-naseeruddin-shah-185917">'How much more freedom do you need?' Anupam Kher asks Naseeruddin Shah</a>

'There’s so much freedom in the country that you can abuse the army, badmouth the air chief and pelt stones at the soldiers. How much more freedom do you need in a country?' Kher asked.

At least 43 killed, 584 injured after 'volcano tsunami' hits Indonesia Authorities say the tsunami may have been triggered by an abnormal tidal surge due to a new moon and an underwater landslide following the eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano.

At least 43 killed, 584 injured after 'volcano tsunami' hits Indonesia Authorities say the tsunami may have been triggered by an abnormal tidal surge due to a new moon and an underwater landslide following the eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano. Tension in Kerala's Pamba as group of 11 women try to trek to Sabarimala The women, members of the Chennai-based 'Manithi' outfit, are now squatting on the road. Police have thrown a security ring around them. After Trump says US pulling out, Turkey sends troops into northern Syria: War monitor The area the Turkish troops have entered is controlled by Kurdish forces. The Kurds are backed by the US who use them to fight Islamic State; Ankara however thinks of them as terrorists. Canada seeks help of allies for release of detainees in China Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland said that China's detention of former diplomat Michael Kovrig and consultant Michael Spavor is "not only a Canadian issue. 'How much more freedom do you need?' Anupam Kher asks Naseeruddin Shah 'There’s so much freedom in the country that you can abuse the army, badmouth the air chief and pelt stones at the soldiers. How much more freedom do you need in a country?' Kher asked.

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Amid controversy over Naseeruddin Shah's remarks on mob violence, Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Saturday said the veteran actor's children need not feel scared as tolerance was in the DNA of the country.

Naqvi, while referring to Shah's remarks, also said a mountain was being made out of a molehill.

"I think his emotions may have been right, but his words were probably misconstrued and a mountain out of a molehill was made. India is a tolerant country. Tolerance and harmony are in the DNA of the country and despite any circumstances, nobody succeeded in destroying the strong legacy," Naqvi told PTI during his visit to the city.

"There is no need for his (Shah's) children to be scared. The country is moving ahead on the basis of the Constitution and in a democratic country, there is no need to fear anybody," the Minority Affairs Minister added.

Shah, one of the prominent film and stage actors in the country, has found himself at the centre of a major controversy over his remarks in reference to the killing of a policeman in Bulandshahr earlier this month.

He said the death of a cow was being given importance over the killing of a policeman in the violence.

In the interview, the actor had also expressed concern over the well-being of his children, who he said have not been brought up as followers of any particular religion.

Naqvi, while taking a dig at National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah for lauding Congress president Rahul Gandhi over the party's electoral wins in the recent state polls, said the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister was right in saying that Gandhi is no more a 'Pappu'.

"He is not a 'Pappu' anymore but has become a 'Gappu' - one who spreads rumours and is a loudmouth.

From 'Pappu' to 'Gappu', his journey has been with a 'jhooth ka jhunjhuna (rattle of lies)," the minister said.

"However, the tree of lies has come under the mountain of truth. As far as the fabricated story of Rafale is concerned, it is a well-planned conspiracy against the national security," he added.

On the ongoing debate over the caste of Lord Hanuman, the minister said the Ramayana character should not be pushed into any kind of controversy, as he is worshipped and respected by the people, he said.

"Serving Lord Ram and fighting against evil forces was his only message and his real caste," Naqvi said.

Amid controversy over Naseeruddin Shah's remarks on mob violence, Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Saturday said the veteran actor's children need not feel scared as tolerance was in the DNA of the country.

Amid controversy over Naseeruddin Shah's remarks on mob violence, Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Saturday said the veteran actor's children need not feel scared as tolerance was in the DNA of the country. Naqvi, while referring to Shah's remarks, also said a mountain was being made out of a molehill. "I think his emotions may have been right, but his words were probably misconstrued and a mountain out of a molehill was made. India is a tolerant country. Tolerance and harmony are in the DNA of the country and despite any circumstances, nobody succeeded in destroying the strong legacy," Naqvi told PTI during his visit to the city. "There is no need for his (Shah's) children to be scared. The country is moving ahead on the basis of the Constitution and in a democratic country, there is no need to fear anybody," the Minority Affairs Minister added. Shah, one of the prominent film and stage actors in the country, has found himself at the centre of a major controversy over his remarks in reference to the killing of a policeman in Bulandshahr earlier this month. He said the death of a cow was being given importance over the killing of a policeman in the violence. In the interview, the actor had also expressed concern over the well-being of his children, who he said have not been brought up as followers of any particular religion. Naqvi, while taking a dig at National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah for lauding Congress president Rahul Gandhi over the party's electoral wins in the recent state polls, said the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister was right in saying that Gandhi is no more a 'Pappu'. "He is not a 'Pappu' anymore but has become a 'Gappu' - one who spreads rumours and is a loudmouth. From 'Pappu' to 'Gappu', his journey has been with a 'jhooth ka jhunjhuna (rattle of lies)," the minister said. "However, the tree of lies has come under the mountain of truth. As far as the fabricated story of Rafale is concerned, it is a well-planned conspiracy against the national security," he added. On the ongoing debate over the caste of Lord Hanuman, the minister said the Ramayana character should not be pushed into any kind of controversy, as he is worshipped and respected by the people, he said. "Serving Lord Ram and fighting against evil forces was his only message and his real caste," Naqvi said.

Naseeruddin Shah's children need not feel scared: Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi

BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha Saturday met RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav here, and praised his son, Tejashwi Yadav, calling him "Bihar's face" and "its future".

Accompanied by Congress leader and former union minister Subodh Kant Sahay, Sinha, the BJP MP from Patna Sahib constituency called on ailing Prasad.

Sinha said he has a familial bond with Prasad as both had stood by each other during good and bad times.

Prasad has lodged at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) hereafter conviction in multi-crore fodder scam cases.

"Tejeshwi is a very good and talented boy. I believe he is the face of Bihar and its future," Sinha told reporters praising the RJD heir apparent.

Asked whether there was any political talk between him and Prasad, Sinha said family topics mostly dominated the conversation.

"Moreover, political dialogues don't have significance as you know it is khakis (inauspicious month)," said the actor-politician, who is at odds with his party since 2015 Bihar Assembly elections.

Though Sinha denied any political talks with the RJD supremo, the timing of the meeting has great political significance as Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday made a public appearance with Congress leader Ahmad Patel, RLSP's Upendra Kushwaha and HAM leader Jitan Ram Manjhi in Delhi, indicating the cobbling together of the mahagathbandhan ahead of 2019 general elections.

There is speculation that Sinha, whose attack on his party has sharpened in recent times, might be denied a ticket in the 2019 elections and in such a situation he would probably enter the fray from Patna Sahib from Prasad's party.

Sinha, popularly known as 'Bihari Babu', has on several occasions made it clear that the "location (of the constituency) will be the same, even if the situation changes."

Sinha, who has represented his native Patna Sahib as a BJP MP in two consecutive terms, praised the RJD saying in the last few years, the way RJD performed across the country, particularly in Bihar, showed there was a wave of sympathy among the people for Prasad.

"The BJP is my friend, Lalu Ji is my friend and all other parties are also my friends. But before that, I am of the people of the country," Sinha said.

BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha Saturday met RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav here, and praised his son, Tejashwi Yadav, calling him "Bihar's face" and "its future". Accompanied by Congress leader and former union minister Subodh Kant Sahay, Sinha, the BJP MP from Patna Sahib constituency called on ailing Prasad.

BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha Saturday met RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav here, and praised his son, Tejashwi Yadav, calling him "Bihar's face" and "its future". Accompanied by Congress leader and former union minister Subodh Kant Sahay, Sinha, the BJP MP from Patna Sahib constituency called on ailing Prasad. Sinha said he has a familial bond with Prasad as both had stood by each other during good and bad times. Prasad has lodged at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) hereafter conviction in multi-crore fodder scam cases. "Tejeshwi is a very good and talented boy. I believe he is the face of Bihar and its future," Sinha told reporters praising the RJD heir apparent. Asked whether there was any political talk between him and Prasad, Sinha said family topics mostly dominated the conversation. "Moreover, political dialogues don't have significance as you know it is khakis (inauspicious month)," said the actor-politician, who is at odds with his party since 2015 Bihar Assembly elections. Though Sinha denied any political talks with the RJD supremo, the timing of the meeting has great political significance as Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday made a public appearance with Congress leader Ahmad Patel, RLSP's Upendra Kushwaha and HAM leader Jitan Ram Manjhi in Delhi, indicating the cobbling together of the mahagathbandhan ahead of 2019 general elections. There is speculation that Sinha, whose attack on his party has sharpened in recent times, might be denied a ticket in the 2019 elections and in such a situation he would probably enter the fray from Patna Sahib from Prasad's party. Sinha, popularly known as 'Bihari Babu', has on several occasions made it clear that the "location (of the constituency) will be the same, even if the situation changes." Sinha, who has represented his native Patna Sahib as a BJP MP in two consecutive terms, praised the RJD saying in the last few years, the way RJD performed across the country, particularly in Bihar, showed there was a wave of sympathy among the people for Prasad. "The BJP is my friend, Lalu Ji is my friend and all other parties are also my friends. But before that, I am of the people of the country," Sinha said.

Shatrughan Sinha meets Lalu Yadav, calls his son Tejashwi Bihar's face

Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday refused to comment on the ministry's order of allowing <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-new-powers-to-security-law-enforcement-agencies-mha-on-computer-surveillance-185712">10 agencies to monitor any computer resource</a>. Singh stated that the Home Ministry has already issued a clarification on the issue and that he will speak on the issue in the Parliament.

"The Ministry has already issued a clarification. I can't say anything on it right now as the Parliament is in session. If I am asked, I will speak on it in the Parliament," Singh told media.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the BJP, earlier in the day, claimed that interception of calls and emails were done illegally during the Congress-led UPA government while Modi dispensation has adopted legal means with its order designating 10 agencies to do so, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;

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BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra showed that in two RTI replies the UPA government in August 2013 had said that on an average its agencies intercepted 9000 telephone calls and 500 emails a month.&nbsp;

"The political party which enforced emergency, the party which brought the post office amendment bill how can that political party level such charges against another party? The Congress party for its opportunism has gone to the extent of playing with national security" Patra alleged.&nbsp;

In an order on Thursday, the Union Home Ministry authorised 10 central agencies to intercept, monitor, and decrypt "any information generated, transmitted, received or stored in any computer".&nbsp;

The centre's order had come under attack from the opposition who said that the move was "unconstitutional and an assault on fundamental rights" and demanded its immediate withdrawal.

Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday refused to comment on the ministry's order of allowing 10 agencies to monitor any computer resource. Singh stated that the Home Ministry has already issued a clarification on the issue and that he will speak on the issue in the Parliament.

Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday refused to comment on the ministry's order of allowing 10 agencies to monitor any computer resource. Singh stated that the Home Ministry has already issued a clarification on the issue and that he will speak on the issue in the Parliament. "The Ministry has already issued a clarification. I can't say anything on it right now as the Parliament is in session. If I am asked, I will speak on it in the Parliament," Singh told media. Meanwhile, the BJP, earlier in the day, claimed that interception of calls and emails were done illegally during the Congress-led UPA government while Modi dispensation has adopted legal means with its order designating 10 agencies to do so, news agency PTI reported. Home Minister Rajnath Singh on MHA order allowing 10 agencies to monitor any computer resource: The Ministry has already issued a clarification. I can't say anything on it right now as the Parliament is in session. If I am asked, I will speak on it in the Parliament. pic.twitter.com/C8Epqj9Fz9 — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra showed that in two RTI replies the UPA government in August 2013 had said that on an average its agencies intercepted 9000 telephone calls and 500 emails a month. "The political party which enforced emergency, the party which brought the post office amendment bill how can that political party level such charges against another party? The Congress party for its opportunism has gone to the extent of playing with national security" Patra alleged. In an order on Thursday, the Union Home Ministry authorised 10 central agencies to intercept, monitor, and decrypt "any information generated, transmitted, received or stored in any computer". The centre's order had come under attack from the opposition who said that the move was "unconstitutional and an assault on fundamental rights" and demanded its immediate withdrawal.

Will speak on it in Parliament: Rajnath Singh on MHA order allowing computer surveillance

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-tsunami-death-toll-climbs-to-222-over-800-injured-185999">Indonesia tsunami: Death toll climbs to 222, over 800 injured</a>

The death toll from a volcano-triggered tsunami in Indonesia has climbed to 222 with over 800 people injured, news agency AFP reported.

"222 people are dead, 843 people are injured and 28 people are missing," Indonesia's national disaster agency spokesman Sutopo Purwo Nugroho said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-leader-replaces-top-security-chiefs-in-major-shake-up-186004">Afghanistan President Ghani replaces top security chiefs in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-leader-replaces-top-security-chiefs-in-major-shake-up-186004">major</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-leader-replaces-top-security-chiefs-in-major-shake-up-186004"> shake-up</a>

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday replaced two of the country's top security chiefs with staunch anti-Taliban officials, in a major shake-up days after US President Donald Trump's decision to slash troop numbers in the country.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/group-of-11-women-devotees-return-from-sabarimala-amid-intensifying-protests-186015">Group of 11 women devotees return from Sabarimala amid intensifying protests&nbsp;</a>

Special Officer, Law and Order in Pampa on Sunday stated that 11 women devotees, who had come to offer prayers at Sabarimala temple, have returned now, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/8-taliban-militants-killed-in-afghanistan-185979">Eight Taliban terrorists killed in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/8-taliban-militants-killed-in-afghanistan-185979">clash</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/8-taliban-militants-killed-in-afghanistan-185979"> with security forces in Afghanistan</a>

As many as eight Taliban militants were killed in a clash with security forces in Herat province in western Afghanistan, officials said on Sunday.

Ziarat Shah Abed, a top commander in Herat, was quoted by TOLOnews as saying that the skirmish occurred in Shayan village of Obe district in Herat when the Taliban launched an attack at an army check-post.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/court-martial-recommends-army-generals-dismissal-hed-played-crucial-role-in-surgical-strike-185982">Army </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/court-martial-recommends-army-generals-dismissal-hed-played-crucial-role-in-surgical-strike-185982">court martial</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/court-martial-recommends-army-generals-dismissal-hed-played-crucial-role-in-surgical-strike-185982"> recommends Major General's dismissal over alleged sexual harassment</a>

An Army General Court Martial (GCM) on Sunday recommended the dismissal of a Major General from service over a two-year-old sexual harassment case.

News agency ANI quoted sources as saying that the Army General has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45.

Indonesia tsunami: Death toll climbs to 222, over 800 injured The death toll from a volcano-triggered tsunami in Indonesia has climbed to 222 with over 800 people injured, news agency AFP reported.

Indonesia tsunami: Death toll climbs to 222, over 800 injured The death toll from a volcano-triggered tsunami in Indonesia has climbed to 222 with over 800 people injured, news agency AFP reported. "222 people are dead, 843 people are injured and 28 people are missing," Indonesia's national disaster agency spokesman Sutopo Purwo Nugroho said. Afghanistan President Ghani replaces top security chiefs in major shake-up Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday replaced two of the country's top security chiefs with staunch anti-Taliban officials, in a major shake-up days after US President Donald Trump's decision to slash troop numbers in the country. Group of 11 women devotees return from Sabarimala amid intensifying protests Special Officer, Law and Order in Pampa on Sunday stated that 11 women devotees, who had come to offer prayers at Sabarimala temple, have returned now, news agency ANI reported. Eight Taliban terrorists killed in clash with security forces in Afghanistan As many as eight Taliban militants were killed in a clash with security forces in Herat province in western Afghanistan, officials said on Sunday. Ziarat Shah Abed, a top commander in Herat, was quoted by TOLOnews as saying that the skirmish occurred in Shayan village of Obe district in Herat when the Taliban launched an attack at an army check-post. Army court martial recommends Major General's dismissal over alleged sexual harassment An Army General Court Martial (GCM) on Sunday recommended the dismissal of a Major General from service over a two-year-old sexual harassment case. News agency ANI quoted sources as saying that the Army General has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45.

The first passenger train passing through the Bogibeel bridge will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, marking the opening of the country's longest rail-cum-road bridge.

The Tinsukia-Naharlagun Intercity Express will run five days a week. The 4.9-km bridge will cut down the train-travel time between Tinsukia in Assam to Naharlagun town of Arunachal Pradesh by more than 10 hours.

"It will take five-and-a-half hours compared to the 15-20 hours it currently takes. Passengers had to change trains multiple times and take a long-winded route," Northeast Frontier Railway spokesperson Nripen Bhattacharya said.

The 14-coach chair-car train will depart from Tinsukia in the afternoon. It will leave from Naharlagun the next morning, the spokesperson said.

The Bogibeel bridge connects the south bank of the Brahmaputra river in Assam's Dibrugarh district with Silapathar in Dhemaji district, bordering Arunachal Pradesh.

The bridge and the train will be a boon for the people of Dhemaji as major hospitals, medical colleges and airport are in Dibrugarh, the third-largest city in the Northeast. It will also help the people of Itanagar as it is just over 15 km from Naharlagun, the spokesperson added.

Modi will flag off the train after inaugurating the Bogibeel bridge on December 25, the birth anniversary of late prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and observed as the 'Good Governance Day' by the Centre.

The bridge is part of the infrastructure projects planned by India to improve logistics along the border in Arunachal Pradesh.&nbsp;

The first passenger train passing through the Bogibeel bridge will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, marking the opening of the country's longest rail-cum-road bridge.

The first passenger train passing through the Bogibeel bridge will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, marking the opening of the country's longest rail-cum-road bridge. The Tinsukia-Naharlagun Intercity Express will run five days a week. The 4.9-km bridge will cut down the train-travel time between Tinsukia in Assam to Naharlagun town of Arunachal Pradesh by more than 10 hours. "It will take five-and-a-half hours compared to the 15-20 hours it currently takes. Passengers had to change trains multiple times and take a long-winded route," Northeast Frontier Railway spokesperson Nripen Bhattacharya said. The 14-coach chair-car train will depart from Tinsukia in the afternoon. It will leave from Naharlagun the next morning, the spokesperson said. The Bogibeel bridge connects the south bank of the Brahmaputra river in Assam's Dibrugarh district with Silapathar in Dhemaji district, bordering Arunachal Pradesh. The bridge and the train will be a boon for the people of Dhemaji as major hospitals, medical colleges and airport are in Dibrugarh, the third-largest city in the Northeast. It will also help the people of Itanagar as it is just over 15 km from Naharlagun, the spokesperson added. Modi will flag off the train after inaugurating the Bogibeel bridge on December 25, the birth anniversary of late prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and observed as the 'Good Governance Day' by the Centre. The bridge is part of the infrastructure projects planned by India to improve logistics along the border in Arunachal Pradesh.

India's longest rail-road bridge ready after over 2 decades, PM Modi to flag off first train

The Manipur Assembly has passed a bill which recommends life imprisonment for those involved in mob violence if it results in the death of a person.

Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who also holds charge of the Home Department, moved the 'The Manipur Protection from Mob Violence Bill, 2018' in the state Assembly.

The bill was passed by the Assembly unanimously on Friday.

It recommends a rigorous life imprisonment term if the crime results in the death of a victim.

The bill was introduced in the Assembly in the wake of incidents of mob lynchings in the state.&nbsp;

In September, a man was lynched at Tharoijamm in Thoubal district for allegedly trying to steal a scooter.

The Assembly also passed the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2018 unanimously.

The Manipur Assembly has passed a bill which recommends life imprisonment for those involved in mob violence if it results in the death of a person. Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who also holds charge of the Home Department, moved the 'The Manipur Protection from Mob Violence Bill, 2018' in the state Assembly.

The Manipur Assembly has passed a bill which recommends life imprisonment for those involved in mob violence if it results in the death of a person. Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who also holds charge of the Home Department, moved the 'The Manipur Protection from Mob Violence Bill, 2018' in the state Assembly. The bill was passed by the Assembly unanimously on Friday. It recommends a rigorous life imprisonment term if the crime results in the death of a victim. The bill was introduced in the Assembly in the wake of incidents of mob lynchings in the state. In September, a man was lynched at Tharoijamm in Thoubal district for allegedly trying to steal a scooter. The Assembly also passed the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2018 unanimously.

Manipur Assembly passes anti-mob violence bill

An Army General Court Martial (GCM) on Sunday recommended the dismissal of a Major General from service over a two-year-old sexual harassment case.&nbsp;&nbsp;

News agency ANI quoted sources as saying that the Army General has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45.

"He has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45 which is related to unbecoming conduct of officers in the force," ANI reported citing sources.

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As per Army Rules, the recommendation of the GCM would now be sent to higher authorities including Chief of Army Staff for confirmation. The officer had played a crucial role in one of the surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army in the last few years, ANI reported.&nbsp;

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Advocate Anand Kumar, the counsel for Major General in the trial court, said that they will be appealing against the order as the General Court Martial court has not looked into the defence case.&nbsp;

Kumar said, "GCM court has not at all looked into the defence case. Evidence has not been appreciated properly and harassment decision has been passed in a haste."

The Major General was posted in the Northeast when the alleged incident took place in late 2016 and was attached to Chandimandir under Army's Western Command for the disciplinary proceedings.

Sources said the officer has denied the charges against him levelled by the Captain-rank lady officer.

In a plea filed before the before the Armed Forces Tribunal, the officer had claimed that he was a victim of factionalism within the Army which had allegedly arisen due to the appointment of Army Chief in that year.

During the trial, the officer contended that there have been certain issues raised by him which have not been addressed by the authorities concerned, ANI reported.&nbsp;

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An Army General Court Martial (GCM) on Sunday recommended the dismissal of a Major General from service over a two-year-old sexual harassment case. News agency ANI quoted sources as saying that the Army General has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45.

An Army General Court Martial (GCM) on Sunday recommended the dismissal of a Major General from service over a two-year-old sexual harassment case. News agency ANI quoted sources as saying that the Army General has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45. "He has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45 which is related to unbecoming conduct of officers in the force," ANI reported citing sources. An Army General Court Martial has recommended dismissal of a Major General from service in a two-year-old sexual harassment case. "He has been charged under section 354A of the IPC and Army Act 45 which is related to unbecoming conduct of officers in the force," Sources to ANI — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × As per Army Rules, the recommendation of the GCM would now be sent to higher authorities including Chief of Army Staff for confirmation. The officer had played a crucial role in one of the surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army in the last few years, ANI reported. Advocate Anand Kumar, representing the Maj General in the trial, told ANI that they will be appealing against the order as the "(GCM) court has not at all looked into the defence case. Evidence has not been appreciated properly and harassment decision has been passed in a haste." — ANI (@ANI) December 23, 2018 × Advocate Anand Kumar, the counsel for Major General in the trial court, said that they will be appealing against the order as the General Court Martial court has not looked into the defence case. Kumar said, "GCM court has not at all looked into the defence case. Evidence has not been appreciated properly and harassment decision has been passed in a haste." The Major General was posted in the Northeast when the alleged incident took place in late 2016 and was attached to Chandimandir under Army's Western Command for the disciplinary proceedings. Sources said the officer has denied the charges against him levelled by the Captain-rank lady officer. In a plea filed before the before the Armed Forces Tribunal, the officer had claimed that he was a victim of factionalism within the Army which had allegedly arisen due to the appointment of Army Chief in that year. During the trial, the officer contended that there have been certain issues raised by him which have not been addressed by the authorities concerned, ANI reported. (With input from ANI)

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