| Omar Abdullah seeks special session of J-K Legislature on Article 35A
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 National Conference president Omar Abdullah on Friday sought a special session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislature before August 29, to frame up an appropriate response to counter the narrative with regard to tampering or repealing of Article 35A of the Constitution."The issue is of vital importance for the people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, as abrogation of Article 35A will have serious ramifications", Omar Abdullah said in a statement.Abdullah expressed grave concern over the reported unsatisfactory response of the Union and the State governments in putting up a strong case before the apex court in safeguard of the Article 35A."And, in such a precarious situation, the State Legislature will have to take a call on this fundamental issue, especially as the Constitution empowers the Legislative Assembly to determine the issues with regard to permanent residence," Abdullah said while appreciating general consensus across the state, irrespective of caste, creed, religion or region, with ..
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| India-China standoff: MEA confirms Pangong skirmish
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 The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday confirmed the skirmish at Pangong lake that occurred on August 15, saying, it was later discussed by the Army officers on both the sides."There was an incident on August 15. It was later discussed by Army officers on both sides," said Raveesh Kumar, MEA spokesperson here during a press meet.However, he did not confirm if there was stone pelting or use of rods during the skirmish.Amid strained ties over the Doklam standoff in the Sikkim sector, Indian and Chinese boat patrols clashed at the Pangong lake in Ladakh on Tuesday, even as the People's Liberation Army (PLA) declined the Indian invitation to participate in ceremonial border meetings on the occasion of India's 71st Independence Day.This was the first time since 2005 that the PLA has declined to meet with their Indian counterpart.Indian and Chinese boat patrols clashed with each other at Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh at 7:30 am near the Finger-6 part of the 135-km long lake, ...
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| Riya Sen ties knot with boyfriend Shivam Tewari
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 Bollywood actor Riya Sen has tied knot with long time boyfriend Shivam Tewari in a private ceremony.Sister Raima Sen shared the wedding pictures on social media where the 'Shaadi No. 1' star looks stunning as a Bengali bride in a red sari.She also shared images from the haldi ceremony.Riya's work in Bollywood includes films like 'Style,' 'Jhankaar Beats' and 'Apna Sapna Money Money.
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| Flood situation improves further in north Bengal
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 The flood situation in six north Bengal districts improved further today as waters receded following a decrease in rainfall in the past 24 hours. The current spell of floods has claimed 49 lives in Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri, Coochbehar, North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur and Malda since July 21. Nearly 15 lakh people have been hit. "We are constantly monitoring the situation in the six districts. The district magistrates are working 24x7 ... distributing relief material - dry food, cooked food, water pouches and medicines," an officer in the disaster management department said. Medical officers are conducting regular check-ups to prevent the outbreak of any waterborne diseases, he added. West Bengal Panchyat Minister Subrata Mukherjee said roads and pipelines for supplying drinking water have been badly damaged in the deluge. "We are worried about the current situation in the six districts in north Bengal. We are very worried about the magnitude of damage to water pipelines and ...
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| Parrikar returning as Defence Min will unleash chaos: Uddhav Thackeray
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 Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Friday lashed out Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar stating that the post of defense minister of the country should be taken seriously, adding that he was also a complete failure during his reign.His remarks came after the Shiv Sena published an editorial in its mouthpiece 'Saamna', saying that Parrikar's image, as an honest and true politician has been proved wrong now, in the wake of the viral video.Speaking at a press conference here, Uddhav said, "Parrikar should have taken the post of defense minister seriously. Parrikar saying that if he lost the by-election in Goa then he would become the defense minister came as a shock to us. If he comes back to power then unending chaos would arise in the country".Earlier in the day, another Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut lambasted Parrikar asserting that, it seems he is afraid that he will lose and the people will not accept him."This is a democracy; if your people do not choose you and you lose, then go .
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