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IndiaMar 05, 2020

Internet access across JandK to remain at 2G speed till March 17

Internet access across Jammu and Kashmir will be restricted to 2G speed and internet connectivity with Mac-binding will continue till March 17, the Union Territory administration said on Wednesday. According to the authorities, these restricting will remain in force till further orders. "While the postpaid sim cardholders shall continue to be provided access to the internet, these services shall not be made available on pre-paid sim cards unless verified as per norms applicable for post-paid connections," the J-K administration said. Social media platforms of WhataApp, Instagram and Facebook
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IndiaMar 04, 2020

Arvind Kejriwal meets PM Modi, discusses Delhi violence, coronavirus

Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi inside the Parliament on March 03. Both leaders met for the first time after Delhi Assembly elections, and discussed the deadly violence of Northeast and coronavirus situation in Delhi. After meeting, CM Kejriwal said, "It was a courtesy meeting with PM Modi. After winning Delhi elections, I asked for his time and today, I got the chance to meet him. I asked for his help for the development of Delhi and he assured me that he will fully support us for development of Delhi. We also discussed violence of Northeast Delhi a
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IndiaMar 03, 2020

Nirbhaya case: Our entire system supports criminals, says Asha Devi on deferring convicts' execution

A Delhi court on March 02 stayed the execution of all the 4 convicts in 2012 Delhi gang-rape case and deferred the matter for further orders. Speaking on the development, Nirbhaya's mother, Asha Devi said, "Why is the court taking so much time to execute its own order to hang the convicts? Repeated postponing of the execution shows the failure of our system. Our entire system supports criminals."
IndiaFeb 29, 2020

Delhi violence: 123 FIR lodged, 630 arrested so far, says Delhi Police

Delhi Police PRO MS Randhawa on February 28 informed that the police have registered 123 FIRs so far, and around 630 people have been arrested/detained. At least 42 people, including a police head constable, died while around 200 people sustained serious injuries in the violence that raged for three days in parts of the national capital. Two Special Investigation Teams (SITs) have been constituted under the Crime Branch, Delhi Police, to investigate the violence.
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IndiaFeb 28, 2020

Delhi violence: Double the punishment if any AAP leader found guilty, says CM Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal made a strong statement by saying that if any Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader found guilty in North-East Delhi violence then that person should be given double the punishment. The Chief Minister made this comment on being asked about allegations over AAP Councillor from Nehru Vihar, Tahir Hussain. The family members of Ankit Sharma have accused Tahir Hussain for the killing. "Any person who is found guilty should be given stringent punishment. If any Aam Aadmi Party leader is found guilty then that person should be given double the punishment. There should b
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IndiaFeb 27, 2020

Sonia Gandhi calls Delhi violence, planned conspiracy, wants Amit Shah to resign

Calling the recent violence in Delhi as 'planned conspiracy', Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over the clashes that left 20 people dead in two days. "CWC (Congress Working Committee) believes Home Minister and Centre is responsible. The Home Minister should tender his resignation with immediate effect," the Congress party's interim chief told reporters here. Violent clashes erupted between pro and anti-CAA groups in parts of northeast Delhi on Monday, leading to widespread vandalism and arson for over two days. While many blamed police for inacti
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IndiaFeb 27, 2020

CM Kejriwal inspects violence hit areas of North-East Delhi

Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal inspected violence affected areas of North-East Delhi on February 26. Other ministers and senior officers also accompanied the Chief Minister. The CM interacted with the local residents here. As the violence erupted in North-East Delhi area on February 23, people are living in panic in North-East Delhi area. However, Delhi Government urged people to maintain peace and not to believe in any rumors. The national capital observed violence in North-East area after a clash broke out between supporters of Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and anti-CAA groups.
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IndiaFeb 26, 2020

Trump emplanes for US after concluding India visit

Concluding his jam-packed maiden two-day visit to India, United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday night emplaned for his country from New Delhi. The US President participated in a host of engagements over the course of his nearly 36 hour long trip, including a roadshow, visit to the Taj Mahal, addressing a mammoth crowd at the 'Namaste Trump' event at Ahmedabad, among others. During the visit, India and the United States further strengthened their defence cooperation, with the two countries giving a nod to an agreement under which India will get USD 3 billion of advanced military equip
IndiaFeb 26, 2020

13 deaths reported, Harsh Vardhan, Manoj Tiwari visit Delhi violence injured at GTB Hospital

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari on Tuesday visited Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital here to review the condition of people injured in violence in parts of North-East Delhi. Speaking to media, Vardhan informed that 81 people were admitted to the hospital on Monday and 69 on Tuesday. While a few of them have been discharged after treatment, others are being treated for their injuries. "On Monday, 81 patients arrived here and 69 on Tuesday. 13 deaths have occurred. Doctors told either they have been brought dead or in a critical condition. 30 to 40 per cent have gone b

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Emergency crews are combing through wreckage at Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport after a UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded during takeoff, killing at least nine people and leaving others unaccounted for. Authorities say the aircraft was bound for Honolulu when it caught fire shortly after lifting off the runway early Tuesday morning. Footage from witnesses showed flames erupting from the plane’s left wing and a thick trail of smoke moments before the aircraft plunged back to the ground, igniting a massive fireball. Part of a nearby building’s roof was torn apart by the
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B.C. finance minister urges Ottawa to match auto-sector aid with support for forestry industry

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