India, All india, 20th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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"If the CAB was so good then Mr Prime Minister, why did not you vote for it (in Parliament)? You attended Parliament for two days but you did not vote for the Bill which gives me an impression that you do not support it either.'' the WB CM said. (Photo: File)

'PM himself didn't vote for CAB despite being in Parl for 2 days': Mamata

The Chief Minister further said that the Prime Minister should roll back the CAA as he himself does not support it.

20 Dec 2019 9:56 PM

"The Indian National Congress expresses its deep anguish and concern over the brute repression unleashed by the BJP government against the students, youth and citizens across the country," Sonia Gandhi said in a video message. (Photo: ANI)

'Use of brute force to suppress dissent is unacceptable in democracy': Sonia Gandhi

Gandhi said the people's apprehensions were real and legitimate and the struggle against the legislation was 'just.'

20 Dec 2019 9:49 PM

Notably, Kumar becomes the first chief minister from the NDA camp to have voiced disapproval of the proposed move. (Photo: File | AP)

'Kaahe ka NRC?' Bihar CM Nitish asserts NRC will not be implemented at all

Kumar is heading a coalition government with the BJP in Bihar.

20 Dec 2019 9:27 PM

Chinese Consul General in Kolkata Zha Liyou said at a media reception on Wednesday, 'I have noticed that Indian media is used to forwarding news from media of western countries which is fake and meant to discredit China, esp news on Hong Kong and Xinjiang recently with few objective and positive voices. I think this is unfair not only for China, but also for Indian readers, because it is crucial for hundreds of millions of Indian people to learn about their great neighboring country in a comprehensive and balanced way.' (Photo: File | AP)

Chinese diplomat blames the West of spreading fake news

China faced criticism for it's role against Hong Kong protests and ethnic groups in Xinjiang region.

20 Dec 2019 9:06 PM

According to the Election Commission (EC), the final phase of elections concluded in a peaceful manner, registering over 2 per cent less voter turnout compared to that in the last elections for the 16 seats. (Photo: ANI)

Jharkhand Assembly elections: Overall voter turnout over 66 pc in the state

The fifth phase on Friday witnessed 70.83 pc turnout. Counting of votes will be held on December 23.

20 Dec 2019 8:48 PM

Police said they had to use canes and lob tear-gas shells at several places after protesters turned violent and tried to take out rallies defying the prohibitory orders imposed in the state. (Photo: PTI)

Violence spreads to new areas in UP, internet suspended

The new areas hit by the violence included Bhadohi, Bahraich and Farrukhabad.

20 Dec 2019 8:31 PM

'Mamata Banerjee is indulging in anti-national activities. She is speaking the language of Pakistan. The elected Chief Minister is neither accepting the Parliament nor the President. In such a situation, she has no right to be in the post,' he said. (Photo: File)

Anti-CAA: 'Mamata Banerjee speaking Pakistan's language,' says BJP's Dilip Ghosh

He also accused Banerjee of speaking the language of Pakistan.

20 Dec 2019 6:11 PM

Earthquake hits near Afghanistan, strong tremors felt in Delhi-NCR

Tremors were also reported from Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.

20 Dec 2019 5:46 PM

Hundreds of people took to the streets on December 19 in Mumbai and represented their dissent on the new citizenship law and NRC. (Photo: File)

Arbitrary, discriminatory: Mumbai slams CAA from the streets

A large number of people gathered in Mumbai's August Kranti Maidan for the representation of their dissent.

20 Dec 2019 5:22 PM

Hundreds of people, including various political, non-political and student organisations had protested against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, demanding the government to withdraw the new law alleging that it discriminates on the basis of religion. (Photo: ANI)

CAA protests: Tamil Nadu Police files cases against 600 protestors

This comes amid widespread protests across the country against the newly-enacted citizenship law.

20 Dec 2019 2:56 PM

The CBI had urged the court to give maximum punishment of life term, prescribed under the law, to the politician. (Photo: File)

Unnao rape case: Ex-BJP Kuldeep Sengar jailed for life, pay Rs 25L exemplary fine

The court has also ordered Sengar to pay a compensation of Rs 25 lakhs to the survivor.

20 Dec 2019 2:16 PM

Prohibitory orders were imposed in 12 police station areas of Northeast Delhi, officials said, adding police used drones to keep a tab on the law and order situation in the district. (Photo: ANI)

Bhim Army chief slips from detention during Jama Masjid's protest in Delhi

In view of the planned protest, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation shut Chawri Bazar, Lal Quila and Jama Masjid stations.

20 Dec 2019 1:51 PM

The Prime Minister asserted that his government took steps to stabilise the economy that was heading for a disaster in the last five years. (Photo: ANI)

Talks on making India USD 5 tn economy didn't come all of sudden, says PM

'Credit for every achieved target goes to the people and not to the government,' PM Modi added.

20 Dec 2019 1:07 PM

"In view of the protests in certain parts of the state against the enactment of Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). I make this humble appeal to every citizen of Karnataka to stay away from vested interests indulging in rumor mongering and stoking the passions to disturb peace and harmony in the state," Yediyurappa said. (Photo: File)

Yeddy appeals to stay off 'vested interests' after CAA protests claim 2 lives in K'taka

'Let us all join together in upholding this image by maintaining peace and harmony,' he added.

20 Dec 2019 12:08 PM

Jaishankar said the issue of visa and related legislations also came up during his meetings at the Congress. (Photo: File)

US should not obstruct flow of talent from India, says Jaishankar on H-1B visa

The External Affairs Minister was referring to his discussion at the White House with US National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien.

20 Dec 2019 11:53 AM

Uddhav Thackeray was sworn in as the chief minister of Maharashtra on November 28 along with six ministers -- two each from alliance partners the Shiv Sena, NCP and the Congress. (Photo: File)

Expansion of Uddhav's council of ministers likely before Dec 25

'Portfolio allocation has been done. Some departments might get swapped among the three parties,' a senior Congress leader said.

20 Dec 2019 11:47 AM

A senior official said that District Magistrate Chandra Bhushan Singh has issued a red alert, and 10 companies of Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) and four companies of Rapid Action Force (RAF) have been deployed as a precautionary measure. (Photo: FIle)

Red alert in Aligarh, heavy security deployed ahead of Friday prayers

Internet services remained suspended for the fifth consecutive day while banking services and businesses have been badly hit.

20 Dec 2019 10:42 AM

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday assured people that no one could steal rights of the sons of the soil of Assam. (Photo: ANI)

No threat to land or language, says Assam CM; internet restored after 10 days

In no way will the honour of Assam be affected, CM Sonowal assured people of the state.

20 Dec 2019 10:00 AM

“Indian citizens should stand united and aware on the nation’s security and welfare. I am deeply saddened as because of the undergoing violence,” the actor and aspiring politician tweeted. (Photo: File)

‘Violence should not be solution’: Rajinikanth on CAA protest

In a late night tweet, Rajinikanth expressed concern over violence in various parts of the country.

20 Dec 2019 9:25 AM

On Sunday, police and entered the varsity campus to nab outsiders who were involved in arson and violence during protests against the CAA. (Photo: File)

Rise up stronger: Jamia website hacked, intruders back students' anti-CAA protests

The hackers also hit out at the JNU vice-chancellor for being silent on the protests in his varsity.

20 Dec 2019 8:59 AM

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