JeM leadership in J&K killed within 100hrs of Pulwama attack: Army
Lieutenant General KJS Dhillon on Tuesday informed that in less than 100 hours of Pulwama terrorist attack, the Indian Army has eliminated Jaish-e-Mohammed leadership in Jammu and Kashmir. He stated that the terror group’s leadership in the valley was being handled from Pakistan. “Anyone who has picked up a gun will be killed and eliminated,” the Lieutenant General asserted.
16 US states sue Trump over national emergency to build border wall
A coalition of 16 US states led by California has sued President Donald Trump’s administration over his decision to declare a national emergency. Trump invoked emergency powers to bypass Congress and obtain funds for building a wall along the US-Mexico border. California Attorney General Xavier Becerra said they are taking Trump to court “to block his misuse of presidential power”.
Banning Navjot Singh Sidhu from show not a solution: Kapil Sharma
Kapil Sharma, while reacting to reports that Navjot Singh Sidhu has been banned from ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ over remarks on Pulwama attack, said banning him isn’t a solution. Adding such controversies are “mere propaganda”, Kapil said government must look for “permanent solution”. He explained he shot some episodes with Archana Puran Singh as Sidhu was busy with prior commitments.
We should kill 82 of them: Punjab CM on Pulwama attack
Condemning the Pulwama attack, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Monday said, “If they kill our soldiers, we have to do something. We should get 82 of them in response to our 41.” He added the “killings of soldiers are no joke” and the country is fed up of such “killings”. He said this isn’t the time for peace talks.
Mohammad Shami donates ₹5 lakh to families of martyred CRPF jawans
India pacer Mohammad Shami donated ₹5 lakh to the CRPF families’ welfare fund on Monday to support the families of 40 CRPF jawans, who were martyred in the Pulwama attack. “This is a very tough time for their families and I would like to request everyone to come together in support of our brothers in the armed forces,” Shami said.
Pakistani nationals asked to leave Raj’s Bikaner in 48 hours
Pakistani nationals who are not registered with a foreigner registration officer have been asked to leave Rajasthan’s Bikaner district within 48 hours, as per orders issued by the District Magistrate. Further, hotels and lodges have been prohibited from hosting Pakistani citizens, and Indians have been ordered not to employ Pakistani citizens or have any business relationships with Pakistan.
MP man glorifies JeM militant, chants ‘Jai Shri Ram’ to avoid arrest
A 20-year-old man in Madhya Pradesh tried to slit his hand, praised India and raised slogans like “Jai Shri Ram” to escape police action for glorifying the Jaish-e-Mohammed militant who carried out the Pulwama attack. In his Facebook post, he compared the terrorist to a “hunter” and the martyred CRPF jawans to “prey”. He was arrested from Umaria district.
‘Modi wave hasn’t waned’, says BS Yeddyurappa
Ahead of Lok Sabha elections, Former Chief Minister of Karnataka BS Yeddyurappa on Monday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s wave hasn’t waned and the BJP hopes to win more than 22 seats in the state. The BJP leader added that there is no major agitation against PM’s rule. He further said that PM Modi’s popularity has not faded.
BJP’s idea of holy alliance: Congress on Sena-BJP alliance
The Congress party on Monday criticised the Shiv Sena-BJP alliance ahead of the general elections saying that this was BJP’s idea of a “holy” alliance. “Just a few of the times the Sena has criticised the [PM] Modi government, even as recently as today,” Congress tweeted. Sena-BJP announced the alliance for both the Lok Sabha and Maharashtra State Assembly polls.
29-week-old foetus with brain problems can be aborted: Calcutta HC
The Calcutta High Court on Monday overruled its previous order and allowed a woman to abort her 29-week-old foetus. The woman had claimed the foetus was suffering from Down Syndrome and had a severe brain anomaly. Stating the state hadn’t offered any financial or medical assistance, the bench said the woman “has the right to live a life of dignity.”
Sailor who kissed stranger to celebrate end of WWII dies aged 95
The US sailor photographed kissing a stranger in New York’s Times Square to celebrate the end of WWII has died aged 95. George Mendonsa’s daughter, Sharon Molleur, said her father suffered a seizure and died on Sunday after a fall at a care home in Rhode Island. The woman in the picture, a dental assistant, died in 2016 aged 92.
My kids are excited for my film only if it’s a comedy: Ajay
Ajay Devgn, who will be seen in the upcoming film ‘Total Dhamaal’, said, “When I have a release…the first thing my children [Nysa and Yug]…ask is, if it’s a comedy. They’re excited if it is.” Ajay added if his upcoming film isn’t a comedy, then his children start asking him whether the ending is sad and will make them cry.
BCCI asks CoA to sanction ₹5 cr for martyred CRPF jawans’ families
BCCI acting president CK Khanna has appealed to CoA chief Vinod Rai to sanction at least ₹5 crore for the families of the CRPF jawans who were martyred in the Pulwama terror attack. “I am also going to request the state associations and the respective Indian Premier League franchise owners to consider making contributions,” he wrote in his letter.
SBI to waive off loans taken by martyred CRPF soldiers
State-owned State Bank of India (SBI) has announced that it will waive off all loans taken by CRPF soldiers martyred in Pulwama attack. The country’s largest bank also announced to expedite the payment of insurance money of ₹30 lakh as under the Defence Salary Package. SBI has also created a UPI payment gateway to facilitate donation to martyrs’ families.
FIR against Shehla Rashid over misinformation on Kashmiri girls
Dehradun Police has filed an FIR against former JNU Students’ Union leader Shehla Rashid after she circulated information of Kashmiri girls being ‘trapped’ in a Dehradun hostel following the Pulwama attack. She has been booked for allegedly trying to incite “a community to commit offence”, among others. Following the FIR, Rashid tweeted, “‘Price you pay for seeking justice under…BJP government”.
Premature to release foldable smartphone now: LG
South Korean electronics company LG’s mobile communications president Brian Kwon has said it will not release its foldable smartphone now adding it would be premature to do so. He said LG’s biggest issue is to regain its market position in the smartphone business, considering which, it is too soon to launch a foldable smartphone. LG will introduce 5G smartphones instead.
Had differences with Shiv Sena but it is in the past: Shah
Following the announcement of BJP-Shiv Sena alliance, BJP President Amit Shah said, “Shiv Sena and Akali Dal are among our oldest allies.” “We had some differences but it’s a thing of past,” he added. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray said, “For 25 years, we stood united. There was confusion for five years. But…I still provided guidance to the government.”
TMC councillor shot at inside party office in West Bengal
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) councillor of Budge Budge Municipality, West Bengal was shot at and injured by unidentified assailants inside a party office on Monday. The two assailants also hurled bombs at him while escaping. This comes days after Krishnaganj MLA Satyajit Biswas was shot dead on February 9 by unidentified assailants during a Saraswati Puja function.
Puducherry CM suspends 6-day dharna after talks with LG Bedi
Puducherry CM V Narayanasamy on Monday night suspended his six-day dharna after a four and a half hour long meeting Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi. Narayanasamy said that certain issues were resolved, like free rice, additional old age pension for 10,000 people among others. Narayanasamy had begun his dharna on February 13, accusing Bedi of stalling welfare measures of the government.
Army officer’s slap shook Azhar during questioning: Ex-Police officer
Former Sikkim Police DG Avinash Mohananey, who interrogated Jaish-e-Mohammed Chief Maulana Masood Azhar, said he was easy to handle and an Army officer’s one slap shook him completely. It prompted Azhar to blurt out details of his movements, Mohananey added. Caught in the valley in 1994, Azhar was released in exchange for passengers in hijacked Indian Airlines flight in 1999.
Bentley car of Ponty Chadha’s nephew hits auto in Delhi, 1 killed
A speeding Bentley SUV being driven by late liquor baron Ponty Chadha’s nephew Ashish Chadha rammed into an auto rickshaw in central Delhi on Monday. Four people including foreign nationals were injured in the incident, one of whom died later. The car apparently hit a lamp-post after hitting the auto and left the auto crumpled.
Rashtriya Rifles Commander of Brigadier rank injured in Pulwama
Harbir Singh, a 12 Sector Rashtriya Rifles Commander of Brigadier rank, was injured in the ongoing encounter between the security forces and the terrorists in J&K’s Pulwama on Monday. A Lieutenant Colonel and a Captain were also injured in the encounter. South Kashmir’s DIG Amit Kumar suffered a bullet injury in his leg and was shifted to Army hospital.
Rekha Bhardwaj, Harshdeep Kaur pull out of Pak event post J&K attack
Singers Rekha Bhardwaj and Harshdeep Kaur have pulled out of Shaan-e-Pakistan 2019 gala in Lahore next month in the wake of Pulwama terror attack. “We’ve no news on Rekhaji and Harshdeep,” Rehan Babar of Aden Rehan PR and Management Solutions, official PR Partners of the event said. “Regardless of the current political tensions, Shaan-e-Pakistan is…very much going ahead,” Babar added.
No cricketing ties with Pak until terrorism stops: IPL chairman
Following the Pulwama attack, IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla said that there will be no cricketing ties between India and Pakistan on a bilateral level until Pakistan sponsored terrorism is stopped. “Whatever is happening…Imran Khan’s portrait being removed or MFN status revoked is people’s outrage and the reaction is justified,” he added. “Pakistan should be wary of these things,” he stated.
India removing pictures of Pakistani cricketers regrettable: PCB
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) MD Wasim Khan has said covering or removing photographs of Pakistan PM Imran Khan and other legendary Pakistani cricketers from venues in India is “highly regrettable”. “We’ve always believed…sports and politics should be kept separate,” he added. Wasim further said the PCB would take up these incidents with the BCCI and ICC later this month.
Govt should ask BCCI to withdraw from Pak match in WC: CCI Secy
Referring to the Pulwama attack, Cricket Club of India (CCI) Secretary Suresh Bafna said if Pakistan continues with this attitude, India should not play them in the upcoming World Cup. “The government should ask BCCI to withdraw from the Pakistan match,” he added. Bafna also said Pakistan PM Imran Khan should come out openly and people should know the truth.
Why no action was taken before J&K attack despite inputs: Mamata
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has asked why the central government didn’t take any action before the Pulwama attack despite inputs from intelligence agencies on February 8 that such attacks might happen before elections. Criticising the Centre over the attack, she asked, “Why 78 convoys were still allowed?” She said she has intelligence reports that her phone is “always taped”.
Omar, Mehbooba urge Centre to ensure safety of Kashmiris
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers, Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, on Monday, urged the Centre to ensure the safety and security of the Kashmiris everywhere. They jointly appealed for maintaining communal harmony across the country following reports of attacks on Kashmiris. They added that it doesn’t augur well for a democratic country like India to hound its own people.
Sack ‘Pakistani Bahu’ Sania as Telangana brand ambassador: BJP MLA
BJP MLA T Raja Singh on Monday demanded the removal of Indian tennis player Sania Mirza as the brand ambassador of Telangana because she is a “bahu of Pakistan”. He added that they should do it as India is completely isolating Pakistan. “In Telangana itself, there are many good players [who can be brand ambassador of the state],” he added.
My only regret in life is that I couldn’t join the Army: Gambhir
Ex-India cricketer Gautam Gambhir has said the only regret he has in life is that he couldn’t join the Army. Gambhir added that getting into cricket was “pure destiny” and had he not played Ranji Trophy when he was in Class 12, he would’ve gone in to NDA. “Army was my first love and it still is,” he further said.
England and India two standout contenders for 2019 World Cup: Gibbs
Former South African batsman Herschelle Gibbs has said that England and India are the two standout contenders for the 2019 World Cup. “Who is going to make the other two places for the semi-finals? It is difficult to say. A lot depends on the weather in England. The bowling attacks will all play a part (in the tournament),” he added.
Pak using Kulbhushan Jadhav case as propaganda: India to ICJ
India on Monday told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Pakistan was using Kulbhushan Jadhav’s case as a propaganda tool against the country. Representing India before ICJ, senior advocate Harish Salve said Pakistan has violated the Vienna Convention and Jadhav’s custody in Pakistan should be declared ‘unlawful’. He added Pakistan’s story is solely based on rhetoric and not facts.
Army Major martyred in blast near LoC dreamt of Shaurya Chakra
Army Major Chitresh Bisht, who was martyred in an IED explosion near the Line of Control on Saturday, aspired for a Shaurya Chakra while serving the country, his father SS Bisht said. Bisht was earlier awarded a Sena Medal for “exemplary service”. The 31-year-old, who was to marry on March 7, is survived by his parents and an elder brother.
Indian diplomat rejects handshake, offers ‘namaste’ to Pak official
MEA Joint Secretary Deepak Mittal refused to shake hands with Pakistan Attorney General Anwar Mansoor Khan at the International Court of Justice and instead greeted him with a ‘namaste’. The incident occurred before the start of oral arguments in the Kulbhushan Jadhav case on Monday. India sought the release of 48-year-old Jadhav, an Indian national sentenced to death by Pakistan.
Varun Beverages to buy PepsiCo franchise rights in South, West India
PepsiCo India’s bottling partner Varun Beverages on Monday said its board has approved plans to acquire franchise rights from PepsiCo in South and West India. The RJ Corp-owned company said it will become a franchise of PepsiCo beverages business across 27 states and 7 Union Territories after this deal. However, it did not disclose financial details of the proposed acquisitions.
Anil Ambani stocks surge after pact with lenders on pledged shares
Anil Ambani-controlled companies’ shares surged on Monday after his Reliance Group reached an agreement with over 90% of its lenders under which they won’t sell any of promoters’ pledged shares till September. The pact came just days after some lenders sold pledged shares after a sharp decline in share prices led to a fall in the value of their collateral.
PUBG promises ‘healthy’ game environment after govt demands ban
Online multiplayer game PUBG Mobile stated it was developing features to foster a healthy in-game environment for its users. This comes after Gujarat government issued a directive banning primary school children from playing it and a Goa minister called it a ‘demon’ in every house. Earlier, Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights said it ‘adversely affected a child’s brain’.
UK parliament says Facebook behaves like ‘digital gangster’
A UK parliamentary report concluded Facebook deliberately broke privacy and competition laws, adding it behaves like a ‘digital gangster’. The report states findings of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s 18-month investigation into disinformation and fake news. It also accuses Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg of contempt for parliament for choosing not to appear before the committee.
NASA studying if clown astronaut needed for mission success
Researchers are working with NASA to analyse if astronauts that play the “clown” role can help team cohesion and ensure success of long space missions. A researcher found Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen succeeded in reaching the South Pole because he had ‘clown’ figure on his team. It’s mission critical to have someone who can diffuse tension, the researcher added.
Manipur CM hands over 179 trafficking victims to Nepal
Manipur CM N Biren Singh on Sunday handed over 179 Nepali citizens, who were allegedly human trafficked to India, to officials of Nepal Embassy. The Nepali citizens were rescued from different hotels of Imphal, Moreh and other places this month. The victims were reportedly lured on false promises of providing employment in various countries.
3rd terrorist killed in Pulwama encounter, head constable martyred
Another terrorist has been killed by security forces in an encounter underway in Pinglan area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district, while a head constable was martyred. Earlier in the day, four Army personnel were martyred and two terrorists were killed in the encounter. J&K Police said in a statement that identities and affiliations of terrorists killed are being ascertained.
DIG South Kashmir injured in encounter with terrorists in Pulwama
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of South Kashmir Amit Kumar was hit by a bullet in his leg during an encounter in J&K’s Pulwama today, in which two terrorists were killed. Kumar has been shifted to Army Hospital and his condition is said to be stable. Four Army men, including a Major, were martyred in the encounter, which is still underway.
RBI to give ₹28,000 crore interim dividend to government
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said it will transfer an interim dividend of ₹28,000 crore to the government. This is the second consecutive year that the RBI will be transferring an interim surplus. The central bank had transferred a total of ₹50,000 crore to the government for 2017-18 of which ₹10,000 crore was transferred as interim dividend.
Zoya like Dhoni of filmmaking, never loses temper: Actor Vijay Varma
Actor Vijay Varma, who stars in Zoya Akhtar’s latest directorial ‘Gully Boy’, has said she is like the “Dhoni of filmmaking” as she is “very cool and never loses temper”. “I have never seen her frown or feel agitated,” he added. Varma further said Zoya is not a control freak and takes suggestions from others to make her script better.
Yogeshwar to donate 1st month’s salary every year to Bharat Ke Veer
Olympic bronze medal-winning wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt has announced that he will donate his first month’s salary every year to Bharat Ke Veer fund. He added that he would donate ₹5.25 lakh to the CRPF following the Pulwama terror attack, in which 40 CRPF jawans were martyred. He further urged Indians to support the families of the martyred jawans.
After Mohali, Pak cricketers’ photos removed from Jaipur stadium
In the aftermath of Pulwama terror attack in which 40 CRPF jawans were martyred, Rajasthan Cricket Association removed photos of Pakistani cricketers from Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium. This comes a day after Punjab Cricket Association removed photographs of Pakistani cricketers from the Mohali stadium. Earlier, Mumbai’s Cricket Club of India had also covered Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s portrait.
‘Osama’ wasn’t killed in a day: VK Singh over Pulwama action
Exuding confidence that India will choose the time and place for retaliation against the Pulwama attack, Union Minister General VK Singh on Monday said even Osama Bin Laden wasn’t killed in a day. He added Pakistan has been isolated internationally after the attack. Calling it a big success, he said more than 40 countries have issued strong statements against Pakistan.
Who released those behind 1999 Kandahar hijack? Sidhu on J&K attack
Amid criticism over his remarks on Pulwama attack, Punjab minister Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday said, “I want to ask who released those involved in 1999 Kandahar incident?” “Whose responsibility is it?” he added. In 1999, the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led government released three terrorists, including JeM chief Masood Azhar, in exchange for Indian Airlines passengers held as hostages in Kandahar.
SC refuses PIL seeking court-monitored probe into Mirage crash
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a court-monitored inquiry into the recent Mirage 2000 aircraft crash in Bengaluru which claimed the lives of two pilots. The court said there cannot be a judicial enquiry into such mishappening involving fighter jets. The court said the pilots were using the aircraft that was “bound to crash”.
Pak violated Vienna treaty by arresting Jadhav without informing: India
Pakistan violated the Vienna Convention by arresting retired Indian Navy officer Kulbhushan Jadhav, senior lawyer Harish Salve said while representing India at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Article 36 of Vienna Convention requires that a country must be informed about the detention of its citizens, Salve added. He further said Pakistan used the ICJ to spread “propaganda” against India.
Punjab minister presents Budget amid spat between SAD, Sidhu
Punjab Finance Minister Manpreet Badal on Monday presented the state Budget amid a verbal spat between SAD MLAs and minister Navjot Singh Sidhu over the latter’s remarks on Pulwama attack. However, Badal was forced to cut short his presentation and the Assembly was also briefly adjourned. Sidhu had said, “For a handful of people, can you blame the entire nation?”
Ready to adopt family of one of the CRPF martyrs: Bihar DM
District Magistrate of Bihar’s Sheikhpura, Inayat Khan, said she is ready to adopt one of the families of the two CRPF jawans from Bihar who were martyred in Pulwama attack. A bank account will be opened to raise funds for the martyrs’ families, Khan added. “Whatever…will be collected by March 10, would be distributed between the families,” she further said.
Attacks will last until Kashmir issue is resolved: Farooq
Talking about the Jammu and Kashmir terror attack, National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Sunday said that such attacks will continue until the Kashmir issue is resolved politically. Expressing concern over the alleged attacks on Kashmiris outside the state, he said the common people have no role in the attack. He further asked the people to maintain peace.
Coal India subsidiaries to donate ₹1.75cr to martyr’s family
Coal India Limited subsidiaries, Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) and Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), will donate ₹1.75 crore to family of martyred CRPF jawan from Jharkhand, Vijay Soreng. “Every employee, executive and non-executive, will contribute ₹200 to the cause,” an official release read. “It is moral responsibility to ensure future…of Vijay Soreng’s family,” CCL CMD Gopal Singh said.
