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Take-Off Aborted For Jet Airways Flight
A Riyadh–Mumbai flight of Jet Airways departed the runway, following an aborted take-off at Riyadh Airport on 3 August, reported ANI. All 142 guests and 7 crew members aboard the aircraft have been safely evacuated with no reported injuries, said Jet Airways.
Encounter Underway in J&K's Sopore
An encounter is underway between terrorists and security forces in Drusu village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Sopore district. Two terrorists are reportedly trapped, as per ANI.
Two Terrorists Killed in Sopore Encounter
Two terrorists were gunned down during an encounter with security forces, reported ANI.
Abducted UP School Principal Found Dead
A school principal who was abducted from Saharanpur's Badgaon earlier this week, was found dead in forest area near Mora village, reported ANI. More details awaited.
RJD Calls for Nation Wide Strike, Demands Nitish Kumar's Resignation
Demanding Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s resignation, Rashtriya Janata Dal called for a nationwide strike against the alleged mass sexual exploitation at various shelter homes in Bihar, reported ANI.
Arun Jaitley to Resume Work as Finance Minister This Month
Union Minister Arun Jaitley is expected to resume charge as Finance Minister later this month, reported The Indian Express. After Jaitley underwent a renal transplant in mid-May, Piyush Goyal took charge of the Finance Ministry.
Supreme Court Provides Relief to Nalini Chidambaram from ED Summons
The Supreme Court on 2 August asked the Enforcement Directorate (ED) not to take any coercive action against senior advocate and former union minister P Chidambaram’s wife Nalini Chidambaram in connection with the Sharada Scam.
The apex court stayed the Madras High Court order, which refused to quash ED summons against her and futher extended her protection to from arrest.
(Source: News18)
NRC Assam: No Coercive Action to Be Taken Against Anyone Assures Rajnath Singh
Stating that the whole process of National Register of Citizens (NRC) has been undertaken under supervision of Supreme Court, Home minister Rajnath Singh on 3 August assured that no coercive action will be taken against anyone in any situation.
“I would like to repeat that its a draft and not final, everyone will get chance to appeal. It is a totally fair process. Unwarranted accusations are unfortunate” Rajnath Singh told the Rajya Sabha.
(Source: ANI)
SC Refuses to Interfere with Karti Chidambaram's Anticipatory Bill
Supreme Court on 3 August refused to interfere with the anticipatory bail granted to Karti Chidambaram by the Delhi High Court.
SC Bench led by Justice AK Sikri refused to interfere with Delhi HC’s observations and said, “We do not find any reason to interfere with the HC order but the observations can’t be used by anyone in any case.”
(Source: Live Law)
Son of JDU MLA Bima Bharti Found Dead on Patna Railway Track
The Patna Police on Friday, 3 August, recovered the body of JDU MLA Bima Bharti's son from railway tracks near Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH), reported ANI.
According to India TV, local media reported that the minister’s son had gone to meet his friends at Musallahpur Haat in Patna on late Thursday night.
Three-Storey Building in Lucknow Collapse After Heavy Rain
One girl was killed and her mother was severely injured when a three-storey building collapsed in Ganeshganj area in Lucknow on 3 August following incessant heavy rain, reported ANI.
The incident occurred after heavy rains lashed the city over the past few days. Financial Express reported that the deceased girl has been identified as Aashi Mishra. The injured woman has been admitted to a hospital.
BJP Takes Lead in Maharashtra Civic Polls in Jalgaon
The BJP has taken a clear lead in the Maharashtra civic polls in Jalgaon. According to the initial trends,
In the 75-member Jalgaon Municipal Corporation (JMC) BJP is ahead of its rival Shiv Sena by 57-14 votes.
Out of the 78 seats in Sangli the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Indian National Congress (INC) coalition is leading with 28 seats.
(Source: ABP)
Anyone Found Guilty in Muzaffarpur Case Will Be Severely Punished: Nitish Kumar
Speaking about the Muzaffarpur shelter case, Nitish Kumar on, 3 August, stated that he was ashamed of what has occurred and assured that no leniency will be shown to anyone. “I would like to assure everyone that no leniency will be shown towards anyone, all those found guilty will be severely punished.” Kumar added.
(Source: ANI)
Terrorists Hurl Grenade at CRPF Party in Anantnag
Terrorists have hurled grenades at a CRPF party on Friday, 3 August in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. Two security personnel have received minor injuries, reported ANI.
The attack comes days after three CRPF personnel sustained injuries in the Anantnag after an attack launched by the terrorists on 30 July.
In a separate incident terrorists on 3 August barged inside a branch of a bank in Karpan area of Shopian district and looted cash, and snatched a 12 bore rifle from the private security guard.
(Source: ANI)
Jet Airways Maybe Grounded in 60 Days
A senior company executive of the Jet Airways told Reuters on Friday, 3 August that the company has told its pilots the airline maybe grounded in 60 days unless cost-cutting measures including pay cuts are put in place.
(Source: Reuters)
12 People Die in Two Days Due to Heavy Rainfall in Uttar Pradesh
12 people have died and 234 houses have been damaged since Thursday, 2 August due to heavy rainfall and lightning in 14 districts of Uttar Pradesh, reported ANI.
On Friday, a three-storey building collapsed in Lucknow killing a girl and injuring her mother.
(Source: ANI)
'Haven't Asked Any Service Provider for Such Facility' UIDAI Clarifies on Default Number Inclusion
After several media reports emerged on the default inclusion of UIDAI’s Toll-free number 1800-300-1947 in contact list of all Andriod phones, the ministry clarified on Friday, 3 August that it hasn't asked or communicated to any manufacturer or service provider for providing any such facility.
(Source: ANI)
20 Dead,40 Wounded in Gardez Explosion
At least 20 people were killed, 40 others were wounded in explosion in Afghanistan’s Gardez on Friday afternoon, Paktia police told ANI.
6 Dead As Truck Rams into Dhaba in MP
Six people died after a truck rammed into a dhaba in Chhindwara's Harrai in Madhya Pradesh, ANI reported.
Will Undertake Complete Review of Social Media Policy: Centre Tells SC
The Centre on Friday, 3 August told the Supreme Court it will undertake a complete review of its social media policy and has withdrawn its notification proposing a social media hub, which some alleged could become a tool to monitor online activity of citizens.
A bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra considered the submission of Attorney General K K Venugopal, appearing for the Centre, that the notification was being withdrawn, and disposed of petitions challenging it.
Russia Calls New US Election Meddling Claim 'Hysteria'
Russia on Friday, 3 August called the claims on meddling in US elections ‘hysteria’.
NIA Files Chargesheet Against Four For Conspiring to Help a Trrrorist
NIA on Friday, 3 August filed a chargesheet against Mohd Tika Khan, Shakeel Ahmad Bhat, Syed Tajmul Islam Kirmani and Mohd Shafi Wani for hatching a conspiracy plan for escape of LeT terrorist Mohd Naveed Jatt following an attack on police escort party on 6 February.
MHA Has Forwarded Mehul Choksi's Extradition Request to MEA
The Ministry of Home Affairs has forwarded CBI's extradition request to the Ministry of External Affairs for fugitive Mehul Choksi, ANI reported.
CBI Receives Letter From IT Minister For Alleged Cambridge Analytica Data Theft Probe
The Central Bureau of Investigation has received a letter from Minister of IT over alleged Cambridge Analytica data theft probe, ANI reported.
Rahul Gandhi to Fight Elections From Amethi
Congress President Rahul Gandhi to fight elections from Amethi, ANI reported. It is not decided whether Sonia Gandhi or Priyanka will fight elections from Rae Bareilly.
Miscreants Burn Down Schools in Pakistn
Unidentified miscreants burned down at least 12 schools in Gilgit-Baltistan's Diamer district on Thursday and fled, ANI reported, citing Pak media.
Steeplechase Runner Naveen Dagar Fails Dope Test
Steeplechase runner Naveen Dagar tested positive for banned substance Meldonium during the athletics meet in Guwahati, ANI reported. He has been provisionally suspended and will not participate in the Steeplechase event at Asian Games.
1 Woman, 2 Children Found Dead in Ludhiana
One woman and two children found dead in a house in Ludhiana's Kishor Nagar, ANI reported. Police investigation underway.
One Naxal Killed in Bijapur's Basugada
One naxal killed and two others were injured after they tried to attack security personnel in Bijapur's Basugada, ANI reported. Two security personnel were reportedly injured in the incident. Arms and ammunition have also been recovered.
DM Suspends Weapons License of Muzaffarpur Shelter Home Case Accused
District Magistrate of Muzaffarpur on Friday, 3 August, suspended weapon license of Brajesh Thakur, accused in Muzaffarpur shelter case and ordered to surrender weapons within 48 hours, ANI reported.
Imran Khan Summoned By Pak's Antigrat Body
Imran Khan, Pakistan's prime minister-in-waiting has been summoned by the country's anti-graft body on 7 August in connection with the misuse of official helicopters which caused Rs 2.17 million loss to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, PTI reported.
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) summoned 65-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman on 7 August. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Khan's party has led the provincial government since 2013.
The NAB is investigating the cricketer-turned-politician for causing Rs 2.17 million loss to the provincial exchequer by using the government's helicopter for over 72 hours.
A NAB official said Khan has been summoned on August 7 for questioning and to record his statement.
New Government Policy To Prohibit Goan Locals From Visiting Offshore Casinos
A new policy of the Goa government will prohibit local people from visiting offshore casinos which would be required to shift to land, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told the Legislative Assembly on Friday, 3 August.
Man Jumps In Front of Moving Metro in Delhi
A man allegedly jumped in front of approaching train at Delhi’s Mandi House, ANI reported. Services on nearby section are likely to face little delay as he is being taken out from the track.
Fire breaks Out in Siliguri
Fire broke out in a godown in Siliguri in West Bengal. Two fire tenders are present on the spot. No casualties have been reported.
Encounter Between Militants and Security Forces Underway in Shopian
Encounter between militants and security forces underway in Shopian's Killora Village of Jammu and Kashmir. One body with weapon, has been recovered from the site of encounter. The identity of the body is yet to be ascertained. Search operation is underway, ANI reported.
Case Registered Against Son of TRS MP Over Sexual Assault
A case has been registered against son of D Srinivas, TRS MP on charges of sexually assaulting 11 nursing students, ANI reported.
At least 10 Dead in Dynamite Blast at Andhra Stone Quarry
At least ten labourers were killed in a dynamite blast at a stone quarry in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh late on Friday, ANI reported.
The incident reportedly took place when gelatine sticks, which are used to blast granite, exploded near the area where the deceased were working.