Arunachal Pradesh: Relative Peace Persists
On December 14, 2016, Security Forces (SFs) killed two cadres of the Independent faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-I), identified as Deep Moran and Noga Moran, during an encounter at Dharmapur village under Maio Police Station in Changlang District. SFs also managed to arrest six other ULFA-I cadres, including two women, during the operation. One AK-47 rifle and one pistol were recovered from the possession of the arrested militants. It was suspected that the slain militants were involved in the ambush at Pengaree near Digboi in Tinsukia District, Assam, on November 19, 2016, in which three Army personnel were killed.
Articulating new hopes of prosperity, coexistence and reconciliation, President Maithripala Sirisena, in his New Year message on January 1, 2017, declared, "The year 2017 dawns with new hopes of prosperity, coexistence and reconciliation in our hearts. It is imperative that we overcome the challenges ahead of us. The progress of the human race was pioneered by people who faced challenges with confidence, utmost courage and determination amidst obstacles. Our goals could be achieved if we manage our work efficiently and productively, and do the right thing at the right time with unwavering commitment to serve the greater good." Similarly, the Leader of the Opposition and of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) R. Sampanthan, in his message of greetings for the New Year, noted, "2017 will be a crucial year in the history of our country. Our expectation is that we should find a permanent and lasting solution to the national question. The new Constitution in the New Year should bring about this achievement."
Dangal girl Zaira Waseem tenders FB apology for meeting politicians
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS) : Zaira Waseem, the teenage girl from Kashmir, who became overnight star playing the role of Geeta Phogat in recently released Amir Khan starrer Dangal, took to social networking site Facebook on Monday and issued a surprise public apology for having met politicians.
Rohith Vemula's death anniversary observed in Hyderabad University
Hyderabad: The students at Hyderabad University on Monday commemorated the first death anniversary of Dalit scholar Rohith Vemula as 'Rohith Shahadath Din', media reports said.
I will fight against Akhilesh in UP election if he does not listen to me : Mulayam Singh Yadav
Lucknow, Jan 16 (IBNS) : Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav said on Monday that he will contest against son Akhilesh Yadav in the coming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, if the son does not listen to him.
PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Raisina Dialogue 2017
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the inaugural address at the opening session of the second edition of the Raisina Dialogue to begin on Tuesday at Taj Palace in New Delhi.
CISF jawan allegedly commits suicide at Bengaluru airport
Bengaluru, Jan 16 (IBNS) : A Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) jawan on Monday allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service rifle at Kempe Gowda Airport in Bengaluru, media reports said.
Nepal's Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat on three-day visit to India
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS): Nepal's Foreign Minister Prakash Sharan Mahat is arriving in New Delhi on Monday on a three day visit and to participate in the second edition of the Raisina Dialogue, which will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday.
Bihar boat tragedy : A real hero who saved 12 lives
Patna, Jan 16 (TheBiharPost/IBNS): He is the “Real Hero†of Bihar who saved at least 12 lives when an overcrowded country boat capsized in river Ganga in Patna on Saturday evening.
Delhi tailor, father of five, confesses to have sexually assaulted hundreds of school girls
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS) : In a shocking revelation, a Delhi man has allegedly confessed to assaulting hundreds of schoolgirls over a period of 14 years, an NDTV report said.
Navjot Singh Sidhu joins Congress, says homecoming
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS) : Cricketer-turned politician Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday formally joined the Congress ahead of Punjab election next month and declared that it was his "ghar wapsi" (Homecoming), media reports said.
Kolkata fire : Presidency University's canteen gutted
Kolkata, Jan 16 (IBNS): A major fire broke out in the canteen of Kolkata's iconic Presidency University on Monday early morning, reports said.
Three Hizbul militants killed in Kashmir encounter
Srinagar, Jan 16 (IBNS) : Three militants have been killed in an encounter with Security forces in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, the army said on Monday
Rahul Gandhi to interact with workers in Rishikesh today
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IBNS): Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi will be visiting Rishikesh on Monday.
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Srinagar, Jan 16 (IBNS): At least three militants were killed during gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, officials said on Monday.