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Heavy Rains Lash UP, 16 Dead
The heavy rains that lashed the state of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday claimed at least 16 lives, with 12 more being injured, an Indian Express report said.
Rains are expected to continue on Monday and Tuesday in both eastern and western UP, the meteorological department reportedly said.
Karnataka: Counting Underway for Urban Local Body Polls
The counting for the the polls to 102 urban local bodies in Karnataka is currently underway. The voting took place on 31 August, reported ANI.
Sensex at 38,761, Nifty Crosses 11,700 Mark
The markets opened higher on Monday, 3 September, with Sensex at 38,761.67, up by 116.60 points. Meanwhile, Nifty was at 11,700.90, up by 20.40 points.
(ANI)
Petrol, Diesel Prices Increase
The petrol price increased by Rs 0.31/litre to Rs 79.15/litre in Delhi, while the diesel price increased by Rs 0.39/litre to Rs 71.15/litre on Monday. In Mumbai, the price of petrol on Monday stood at Rs 86.56/litre (increase by Rs 0.31/litre), while that of diesel was Rs 75.54/litre (increase by Rs 0.44/litre).
(ANI)
Two Reuters Reporters Sentenced to 7 Years in Jail by Myanmar Judge
A court in Myanmar has sentenced two Reuters journalists to seven years in prison for illegal possession of official documents, a ruling that comes as international criticism mounts over the military's alleged human rights abuses against Rohingya Muslims.
Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo had pleaded not guilty to violating the colonial-era Official Secrets Act, punishable by up to 14 years in prison.
They contended they were framed by police.
Congress Leads in Karnataka Civic Polls Vote Count
The Congress was ahead of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as the counting began on Monday, 3 September of votes cast for Karnataka's 105 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), the State Election Commission (SEC) told IANS.
The Congress was ahead by 52 seats by winning in 814 civic body seats across the state, while the BJP has won in 762 seats as of 11.45 a.m., according the results declared by the SEC on its website.
So far, results were declared in 2,171 seats of the total 2,709 where the ULB election was held on 31 August.
Man Dead in Bihar After Ambulance Fails to Reach Him on Time
A man in Bihar’s West Champaran district was declared dead, allegedly after an ambulance failed to reach him on time, ANI reported. He was earlier admitted in Bagaha district’s sub-divisional hospital and was said to be in a critical condition.
The hospital in-charge Dr SP Agarwal told ANI that they have demanded senior authorities to probe the matter.
Bombay HC Slams Maharashtra Police on Elgar Parishad Case
The Bombay High Court raised the question as to why Maharashtra police held a press conference on Elgar Parishad case when the matter was sub-judice in courts, ANI reported.
The court adjourned the petition demanding National Investigation Agency (NIA) inquiry in Elgar Parishad matter for 7 September because copies of the petition were not served to all concerned persons.
Minor Allegedly Molested by Security Guard at Shelter Home in Meerut
A minor was allegedly allegedly molested by a security guard at a shelter home in Meerut, ANI reported.
Speaking on the matter, investigating officer Pushpendra Kumar told ANI that an investigation is underway and statements will be recorded.
“We cannot disclose details until probe is completed. We will submit an investigation report by 4 September,” officer added.
BJP MLA's Son Threatens to Shoot Jyotiraditya Scindia
Bhartiya Janta Party MLA Uma Devi Khatik's son Princedeep Lalchand Khatik, in a social media post, threatened to shoot Congress MP Jyotiraditya Scindia, IANS reported.
Lalchand Khatik wrote in a Facebook post: "Jyotiraditya Scindia, you have Jiwajirao's blood running in your veins, who killed Jhansi ki Rani. If you step in Hatta then I will shoot you. Either you will die or I will."
His statement comes ahead of Scindia's scheduled visit to Hatta district to hold a rally on 5 September.
36 Govindas Injured in Dahi Handi Celebrations in Mumbai
36 'govindas' have been injured till 2 pm in Mumbai during Dahi Handi Janmashtami celebrations, ANI reported.
Dismiss Goa Government, Implement President's Rule: Goa Congress
Goa Congress leader Ramakant Khalap demanded the dismissal of the Goa Government and the imposition of President’s rule in the state stating that the administration was in turmoil, ANI reported.
Terror Conspiracy Accused Sent to CBI Custody for Questioning in Dabholkar Murder
Sharad Kalaskar, an accused in a terror conspiracy case, has been sent to CBI custody for questioning in connection with the murder of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar, ANI reported.
1000 People Moved to Shelters After Ganga River Overflows
The Ganga river is flowing above the danger mark following heavy rainfall in the region, ANI reported. People are currently being shifted to relief camps, ANI added.
"A total of 4000 people have been affected. The water level unlikely to rise further. 1000 people have been moved to shelters till now with their cattle,” Virag Kumar,Flood Relief Officer said to ANI.
Special Court Allows Mallya to File Reply to ED Application to Declare Him Fugitive Economic Offender
A Special Court in Mumbai has allowed beleaguered liquor baron Vijay Mallya's application to file a reply on the Enforcement Directorate's application which seeks to declare him a fugitive economic offender, ANI reported.
The Court has given Mallya three weeks to file his reply. He will have to file his reply by 24 September, ANI added.
33-Year-Old Detained for Allegedly Poisoning Own Children
A 33-year-old woman went missing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu after she allegedly poisoned her children and killed them in the city on Saturday, 1 September, The News Minute reported.
The police claim she did so in a bid to elope with her boyfriend, Sundaram, who has been detained in connection with the murder.
Army Chief Bipin Rawat Disagrees With Slew of Individual Case Filings by Serving Officers
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat expressed his “disagreement” over serving officers filing a slew of individual cases challenging criminal cases against fellow officers working in insurgency-hit areas, The Tribune reported.
The statement came while addressing Colonel-level officers posted in New Delhi at Manekshaw Centre on Saturday, 1 September, The Tribune added.
Protests in PoK's Gilgit for Immediate Release of Political Activist Baba Jan
Protests were held in PoK's Gilgit for the immediate release of political activist Baba Jan, who was recently acquitted but wasn't released from prison, ANI reported.
A case was filed against Baba Jan for raising the issue of illegal allotment of marble mines to Chinese companies in Nasirabad valley of Hunza.
Indian Rupee Now at 71.12 Versus US Dollar
The Indian Rupee is now at 71.12 rupees versus the US Dollar, ANI reported. The rupee touched the record high on the evening of 3 September, ANI reported.
Terror Conspiracy Case: Shrikant Pangarkar Sent to ATS custody till September 6, Vaibhav Raut and Sudhanva Gondhalekar have been sent judicial custody for 14 days.
Terror Conspiracy Case: Shrikant Pangarkar has been sent to ATS custody till 6 September, ANI reported. ANI added that Vaibhav Raut and Sudhanva Gondhalekar have been sent judicial custody for 14 days.
Youth Shot During Kashmir Valley Clashes
A young man sustained critical injuries during clashes between security forces and stone-pelters in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district after a massive search operation was launched in around two dozen villages, police said to IANS.
Security forces used tear smoke shells and pellets to quell the protesters, injuring Fayaz Ahmad Wani, who was shifted to the Pulwama District Hospital, the police said.
The search operation began following reports about the presence of militants in the villages, IANS added.
Man Tied to Tree and Thrashed for Enquiring About Missing Cow
A man was tied to a tree and thrashed for enquiring about a missing cow in Madhya Pradesh, ANI reported.
Rajendra Kumar Dhurve, Station House Officer said, "The victim Prem Sahu was attacked with a sword by Raja Ram Yadav and his family. Two people have been arrested. An investigation is underway”.
One Govinda Dies While Participating in Dahi Handi
A dahi handi 'govinda' has lost his life in Mumbai's Sion Hospital, ANI reported. He was at the first level of the pyramid when he collapsed, ANI added. As per police, he died because of an epileptic fit.
Rebel BJP MP Raj Kumar Saini Accuses Parties of Using Minorities for Votes
Rebel BJP MP Raj Kumar Saini on Sunday, 2 September, accused various political parties of using members of the Scheduled caste, scheduled tribe and OBC communities as a “vote bank”, but forgetting about them after coming to power.
The MLA from Kurukshetra claimed that there was no improvement in the condition of minorities in India despite multiple parties promising to work for their welfare.
India and Cyprus Sign MoUs on Money Laundering and Environmental Co-operation
India and Cyprus have signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) on Combating Money Laundering and Cooperation in the field of Environment, in the presence of the Presidents of both countries, ANI reported.
BSP Panchayat Member Shot Dead in Delhi
Dilshad, a Bahujan Samaj Party Panchayat member from Meerut was shot dead in Delhi's Batla House, ANI reported.
3.8 Kilograms of Gold Seized at Chandigarh International Airport
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 3.8 kg of gold worth 1.85 crores from two passengers at Chandigarh International Airport earlier today, ANI reported. Both the passengers have been arrested under the Customs Act, 1962 and further investigation is underway, ANI added.
13 People Killed After Van Falls Into Gorge in Uttarakhand
Thirteen persons were killed and two others injured Monday when a tempo traveller fell into a 200-metre deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district following a landslide, PTI reported.
The incident occurred at Shanglai, about 8 km beyond Bhatwari in the district on the Rishikesh-Gangotri highway, when the tempo traveller, carrying 15 passengers, was returning from Gangotri, District Disaster Management officer Devendra Patwal said to PTI.
Post Floods Leptospirosis Takes 12 Lives in Kerala
12 people died from Leptospirosis in Kerala beween 1 August and 3 September, reported ANI. Since 1 August, 372 confirmed cases of Leptospirosis have been reported in Kerala.
This has occurred in the aftermath of the Kerala floods. With sewage water getting mixed with all water sources, standing in these stagnant pools can lead to leptospirosis.
Eight Arrested for Selling Newborns to Childless Couples
Eight people have been arrested for allegedly selling newborn babies to childless couples, police sources said on Monday, 3 September.
The arrests were made over the last month.
The police sources said so far only the couriers, who were involved in delivering the babies, have been arrested and they are looking for others connected with the racket.
They said the kingpin of the racket, suspected to be a woman, is yet to be arrested.
China Blocks Australian State Broadcaster's Website ABC
China has blocked access to the website of Australia's national broadcaster for breaching Beijing's internet rules and regulations, ABC said on Monday, 3 September.
It comes a year after the Australian Broadcasting Corporation began running a Chinese-language service.
ABC said access to its website and apps was blocked on August 22 and it has since been trying to find out why.
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