India, All india, 22nd Feb 2019, News & Stories from India

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A huge number of iPhones, smartwatches, USB chips, storage devices, camera lens and cigarettes worth Rs 1.1 crore were also seized. (Photo: Representational)

Gold worth Rs 6.24 crore seized on tip-off at Chennai airport; 6 held

The gold was concealed in domestic appliances and gadgets by passengers.

22 Feb 2019 5:40 PM

Railways will run a special train for tourists visiting the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. (Photo: File)

Railways to run special for visiting Statue of Unity train from March 4

The train to Statue of Unity will have a seven-night and eight-day tour package beginning on March 4 from Chandigarh, ministry said.

22 Feb 2019 5:40 PM

Those who were involved in the 2G scam, AgustaWestland helicopter scam, and Coal scam can’t work for development of people, said BJP president Amit Shah at the rally in Ramanathapuram. (Photo: ANI).

Congress-DMK synonymous with corruption, NDA for development: Amit Shah

'DMK and Congress party who indulged in Rs 12 lakh crore worth scams can't work for the development of Tamil Nadu'. said Amit Shah.

22 Feb 2019 5:36 PM

While preliminary investigation indicates that the deaths were triggered by consumption of hooch, post-mortems of the deceased are yet to be conducted. (Representational Image)

Hooch tragedy: 80 tea workers die after consuming spurious liquor in Assam

At least 200 people have been admitted in various hospitals, according to the Excise Department.

22 Feb 2019 5:08 PM

Asked whether this was Congress party's official stand, Harish Rawat said: "My statement regarding the Ram temple was widely reported in the media. There is no denial from Congress." (Photo: PTI/File)

Will build Ram temple if Congress comes to power, says Harish Rawat

Former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat accused Bharatiya Janata Party of being insincere on Ram temple issue.

22 Feb 2019 4:46 PM

Delhi court on Friday extended till February 25 the interim bail granted to the accused Rajiv Saxena. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi court extends interim bail to Rajiv Saxena in AugustaWestland case

Special Judge Arvind Kumar granted the relief to Saxena till February 25, after perusing the medical reports filed by AIIMS.

22 Feb 2019 4:44 PM

The UN Security Council comprising 15 permanent and non-permanent members on Thursday condemned in the 'strongest terms' the 'heinous and cowardly' terror attack perpetrated by Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed on February 14. (Photo: Twitter)

China's opposition led to delay in UNSC's condemnation of Pulwama attack

According to the sources, US assiduously worked to get the approval by all other members of the Council.

22 Feb 2019 4:38 PM

In a separate case filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the matter, Singh and his wife were chargesheeted along with others. (Photo: File)

DA case: ED files supplementary charge sheet against Virbhadra Singh

ED's supplementary chargesheet was filed through advocates special public prosecutors Nitesh Rana and N K Matta.

22 Feb 2019 4:09 PM

Over two lakh teachers on Friday went on mass casual leave and also tried to protest outside the Gujarat Assembly, where the last day of the session is underway. (Representational Image)

Over 2 lakh teachers protest in Gujarat

Officials said that almost all primary schools in the state remained closed on Friday because of the teachers' stir.

22 Feb 2019 3:48 PM

Documents of the Indian Home Ministry state that almost half of India's total 41 banned terrorist groups are either based in Pakistan or their leadership are based in the neighboring country or the organizations are sponsored by Pakistan. (Photo: File)

Pak has 69 banned groups, aids half of India's proscribed groups: Documents

On Thursday, Pak banned Hafiz Saeed-led Jamat-ud-Dam, amid global pressure following the Pulwama attack.

22 Feb 2019 2:31 PM

The anti-terror squad of Uttar Pradesh on Friday arrested two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed members, Shahnawaz Ahmed Teli of Kulgam and Aqib Ahmed Maliq of Pulwama. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Uttar Pradesh anti terror unit arrests 2 JeM men from Deoband

Cops say difficult to tell whether they came before or after Pulwama attack.

22 Feb 2019 1:46 PM

She also urged other people to come forward to support the brave soldiers of the country. (Photo: ANI)

UP school principal sells her bangles to donate money for CRPF jawans

Support and solidarity for the deceased soldiers have poured from all different quarters.

22 Feb 2019 1:26 PM

Jammu and Kashmir government's standing counsel Shoaib Alam said that terrorists belonging to various organisations need to be shifted out of Jammu jail as they were involved in the indoctrination of local prisoners. (Photo: File)

J&K govt appeals SC to transfer 7 Paksitani terrorist from Jammu Jail

J&K govt moves SC seeking transfer of 7 Pakistani terrorists from Jammu jail to other jail with higher security.

22 Feb 2019 12:29 PM

The ministry's letter has been titled: 'Key achievements and initiatives of the Ministry of Civil Aviation'. (Photo: Representational)

Govt requests airlines to give letter of its achievements to passengers

Further, aviation ministry has requested to inform the number of letters dispatched on daily basis.

22 Feb 2019 12:25 PM

On February 13, Banerjee was present in the meeting of opposition parties at NCP leader Sharad Pawar's residence. (Photo: ANI)

Mamata Banerjee to attend next opposition meet at Mohali on Feb 26

A common minimum programme will be drafted soon by opposition, sources said. Pulwama attack, its political significance will be discussed.

22 Feb 2019 12:19 PM

The Supreme Court has asked the states to take prompt action in order to prevent attacks on Kashmiris. (Photo: File)

SC instructs Centre, 11 states to take care of Kashmiris

The Supreme Court seeks response from states along with Centre to prevent alleged attacks on Kashmiris after the Pulwama terror attack.

22 Feb 2019 11:32 AM

A total of 40 CRPF personnel were killed and five injured on February 14 in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. (Representational Image)

More staff for Railway protection force in Kashmir after Pulwama attack

The chairman railway board had a detailed security briefing with all zonal and divisional Railway Protection Force officers.

22 Feb 2019 11:22 AM

Basic Shiksha Adhikari DK Yadav was suspended on the recommendation of district authorities. (Photo: representational)

UP govt officer suspended for posting offensive message about Pulwama attack.

People staged a protest outside Yadav's office over his comment and demanded strict action against him.

22 Feb 2019 11:02 AM

In December, Lt General DS Hooda had triggered a controversy by saying that the surgical strike was 'overhyped and politicised.' (Photo: ANI)

‘Have not joined Congress, will head party's task force on national security’: Hooda

Congress party on Thursday roped in Hooda to prepare a 'vision document' for country's security.

22 Feb 2019 10:48 AM

The two Pakistani shooters' participation in the tournament had become doubtful after the terrorist attack had been reported. (Photo: Intel Corporation)

Olympic body penalises India for denying visas to Pak shooters

Olympic body won't allow India to organize any Olympic-related events in the future unless written assurances are given by govt.

22 Feb 2019 10:12 AM

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