India, All india, 19th Oct 2018, News & Stories from India

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Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh also announced free treatment to all injured in the accident. (Photo: File)

Amritsar train accident: Punjab CM announces Rs 5 lakh aid to kin of deceased

At least 50 people were killed after a train ran over a crowd of Dussehra revellers near Amritsar.

19 Oct 2018 9:39 PM

According to PTI news agency, a police official said, 'There has been a UBGL attack followed by firing at the Army camp in Shadimarg area of Pulwama.' (Representational Image)

Grenade attack on Army camp in J&K's Pulwama, say police

In a tweet, Kashmir Zone stated that the attack was followed by firing at the army camp in Shadimarg.

19 Oct 2018 8:55 PM

The accident took place at Choura Bazar near Amritsar. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

52 dead after train runs over people watching Ravana burning near Amritsar

'A train travelling at fast speed ran over several people during Dussehra celebrations in Choura Bazar,' eyewitnesses said.

19 Oct 2018 8:20 PM

This image shows a landslide and barrier lake on Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet in western China. (CCTV via AP Video)

Flood alert in Arunachal after landslide in China creates artificial lake

Indian authorities warned villagers in East Siang district of Arunachal, state bordering China's Tibet region, not to venture near river.

19 Oct 2018 7:52 PM

The 40-year-old woman, who had attempted suicide thrice in the past, has in her Facebook post accused the two priests — Br Francis Gale of the Christian Brothers and Br Muscat of Don Bosco — for sexually abusing her since she was a five-year-old. (Representational Image)

Meghalaya: Woman names two Catholic Church priests in #MeToo campaign

Woman said she did not speak to anyone about the abuse by Br Muscat because of the larger abuse she faced from Br Francis Gale.

19 Oct 2018 7:45 PM

The actor also shared that he will be helping Ajeet Singh, who appeared on KBC Karmveer. (Photo: File)

Paid off loans of 350 farmers before, will clear 850 now: Amitabh Bachchan

The 76-year-old actor said he previously helped over 350 farmers from Maharashtra by clearing their loans.

19 Oct 2018 7:16 PM

Paripoornananda said he would work as a 'sevak' of the BJP with zero expectation and spread its message to southern parts of the country. (Photo: Video screengrab)

Swami Paripoornananda joins BJP, party eyes boost in T'gana polls

Amit Shah said Paripoornananda has made big contribution in fields of social service and religious activities in south India.

19 Oct 2018 7:09 PM

However, officials said no purchase order has been given by the Punjab government for the new luxury vehicles so far. (Photo: File | PTI)

Punjab approves 400 luxury cars, including 16 Land Cruisers, for ministers

The purchase of new vehicles is likely to cost around Rs 80 crore on the state exchequer, officials said.

19 Oct 2018 6:43 PM

He said MJ Akbar's resignation from the council of ministers in the wake of charges of sexual harassment against him would not affect the prospects of BJP in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as the party had taken 'prompt action'. (Photo: File)

Union Minister Alphons backs #MeToo but cautions against frivolous complaints

The Minister said there was no private life for politicians and they obviously have to be accountable.

19 Oct 2018 6:41 PM

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said the people of the nation had faith in the BSF jawans and it had increased rapidly recently. (Photo: File | PTI)

‘New hi-tech solutions to ease soldiers’ jobs at borders’: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said technological solutions being implemented by India would eliminate need for soldiers to stand guard to protect borders.

19 Oct 2018 6:17 PM

Home Minister Rajnath Singh pays last respects to former UP and Uttarakhand CM ND Tiwari. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Mortal remains of veteran leader N D Tiwari to be brought to UP on Saturday

Tiwari, 93, died at a private hospital in Delhi on Thursday after a prolonged illness.

19 Oct 2018 5:44 PM

The advisory also referred to campaigns of certain civil and women's rights activists, Left parties and fronts and pro-Left wing extremism groups in favour of women's entry and actively using women to do so. (Photo: PTI)

Centre’s advisory to Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka on Sabarimala protests

Union Home Ministry asked 3 states to closely monitor dissemination of various 'adverse' messages through social media and Internet.

19 Oct 2018 5:20 PM

Ashish was formally arrested by the Delhi police following his surrender before Patiala House Court on Thursday. (Photo: ANI)

Court dismisses BSP MP son's bail plea, sends him to judicial custody

After dismissing the bail plea of Ashish, the court sent him to judicial custody till October 22.

19 Oct 2018 4:43 PM

This is not the first time that ex-TDB president Prayar Gopalkrishnan made such misogynistic statement. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Sabarimala not a place for sex tourism: Ex-TDB chief opposes women’s entry

'This is agenda-driven. This is not a place for sex tourism. This is abode of Lord Ayappa,' Prayar Gopalkrishnan said.

19 Oct 2018 4:42 PM

The girl was gangraped by fellow students at a school in Sahaspur here on August 14 this year. (Photo: Representational | file)

Dehradun gangrape: Victim's parents claim schools denying admission to girl

One of the schools allegedly denied her admission on the ground that enrolling her will spoil the atmosphere on campus.

19 Oct 2018 4:09 PM

Anirban Das Blah, a celebrity manager was rescued by the Vashi Traffic Police. (Facebook Screengrab/ @anirbanblah)

Celeb manager Anirban Das Blah, accused in #MeToo, attempts suicide; rescued

Anirban Das Blah was asked by Kwan entertainment to step down after being accused of sexual harassment.

19 Oct 2018 4:06 PM

The sadhu identified as Madani Baba, who is currently admitted in a hospital in Bamna district, alleged that a conspiracy was hatched against him by a group of people as they could not bear his aim to build an ashram in an empty land. (Photo: ANI)

UP: Sadhu cuts off private part over love affair allegations

Sadhu said that the people had tarnished his image by linking his name with a woman who stays in a nearby area.

19 Oct 2018 3:30 PM

'Police have said that they will provide protection. That is why I am going back,' Rehana Fatima told the media. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

My life is in danger: Women activist, after being turned back from Sabarimala

Rehana Fatima's house in Kochi was vandalised by unidentified miscreants on Friday morning.

19 Oct 2018 2:11 PM

Kailash Satyarthi, speaking as chief guest at RSS's annual Vijayadashmi celebrations in Nagpur, said India may be a land of hundred problems, but it is also mother of over billion solutions. (Photo: Twitter | @RSSorg)

‘RSS shakhas can act as firewall to protect children’: Kailash Satyarthi

Satyarthi was concerned over incidents where those responsible for child protection were found guilty of raping killing and selling them.

19 Oct 2018 1:59 PM

Prime Minister Modi will also visit the Shri Saibaba Samadhi Temple Complex during his day-long visit. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

PM Modi visits Shirdi temple, hands over keys to PMAY-G beneficiaries

Later in the day, the PM will unveil plaque to mark laying of foundation stone for various development works of Shri Saibaba Sansthan Trust.

19 Oct 2018 1:45 PM

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