LIVE Updates: PM Modi arrives in UP's Gorakhpur; to attend Gita Press centenary event, flag off Vande Bharat trains

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UP CM Yogi welcomes PM Modi in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh | PM Modi was welcomed by Governor Anandiben Patel, CM Yogi Adityanath and other dignitaries on his arrival at Gorakhpur pic.twitter.com/ShRvXblZq9— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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UP CM Yogi welcomes PM Modi in Gorakhpur

Uttar Pradesh | PM Modi was welcomed by Governor Anandiben Patel, CM Yogi Adityanath and other dignitaries on his arrival at Gorakhpur pic.twitter.com/ShRvXblZq9— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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Wrestlers' sexual harassment case LIVE Updates

Delhi court summons Brij Bhushan Singh  on 18 July in Wrestlers' sexual harassment case

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: Delhi court summons Brij Bhushan Singh on July 18— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 7, 2023

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Maharashtra LIVE Updates

Sharad Pawar to visit Nashik on 8 July, historic meeting to be held at Yeola tomorrow

NCP President Sharad Pawar to go to Nashik on July 8 for a one-day visit. Tomorrow at 4 pm a historic meeting will be held at Yeola, Nashik: Maharashtra NCP chief spokesperson Mahesh Tapase

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Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Neelam Gorhe joins Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

#WATCH | Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Neelam Gorhe joins Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/QWvFSylafR— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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Corruption biggest ideology of Congress, Chhattisgarh has become its ATM: PM Modi

Addressing a Vijay Sankalp Rally in Chhattisgarh's capital Raipur, PM Modi in clear reference to Congress said those who are stained in corruption are trying to stitch an Opposition Unity.

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Rahul Gandhi's chronic habit to abuse, defame others: BJP

The BJP on Friday welcomed the Gujarat High Court's decision rejecting Rahul Gandhi's plea to stay his conviction in a defamation case and said it is the Congress leader's "chronic habit" to abuse and defame others.

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Congress has done liquor scam worth thousands of crores here: PM Modi in Raipur

#WATCH | Chhattisgarh | Out of the 36 promises made by Congress to Chhattisgarh, one promise said that a liquor ban will be implemented in the state...But now 5 years are about to pass and the truth is that the Congress has actually done a liquor scam worth thousands of crores… pic.twitter.com/IaBoUTPq8T— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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Rajasthan Congress workers carries out protest march in Jaipur against Gujarat HC verdict

Rajasthan Congress workers sport a black band and carry out a protest march in Jaipur against the Gujarat High Court verdict on the defamation case against Rahul Gandhi over 'Modi surname' remark. 

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Congress to move SC against Gujarat HC order on Rahul Gandhi's conviction in defamation case

Soon after Gujarat High Court dismissed Rahul Gandhi’s plea seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal defamation case over his remark on “Modi surname”, Congress said it would now move an appeal before the Supreme Court challenging the high court’s verdict.

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This gift is for infrastructure, for connectivity: PM Modi in Raipur

Prime Minister Modi said, this gift is for infrastructure and for connectivity. This gift is to make life easier for the people of Chhattisgarh, and to improve the health services in the state.

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PM Modi expresses grief on bus accident in Chhattisgarh claiming three lives

Chhattisgarh | I came to know that this morning three people from Chhattisgarh who were coming here for the rally died in a bus accident. Some people have also been injured in this incident. I pay tribute to those who have passed away and all possible help is being provided for… pic.twitter.com/hW46qeyNFl— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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PM Modi slams Congress for stopping development of Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh | A big 'panja' (palm) has stood like a wall in front of the development of Chhattisgarh. This is the 'panja' of Congress, which is snatching your rights from you. This 'panja' has decided that it will loot and ruin Chhattisgarh: PM Narendra Modi at Vijay Sankalp… pic.twitter.com/aMz6vsai8z— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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Fire broke out on three coaches of Falaknuma Express in Telangana

#WATCH | Telangana | Fire broke out on three coaches of Falaknuma Express between Bommaipally and Pagidipally, following which it was stopped. All passengers deboarded the train, no injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/QfOkvrOAST— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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PM Modi to flag off two Vande Bharat Express trains from Gorakhpur today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off two Vande Bharat Express trains in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh on Friday, increasing the number of semi-high speed trains in the country to 25.

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'Murder of democracy': Karnataka Deputy CM on Rahul Gandhi's set back

VIDEO | "It is unfortunate that justice has not prevailed. It is murder of democracy but still, the opposition parties and entire country stand by him (Rahul Gandhi). He has been uniting the country walking on the streets of this nation. BJP leaders are not able to tolerate him… pic.twitter.com/uso67mwT9h— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 7, 2023

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Central government is committed to create new opportunities: PM Modi

VIDEO | "Central government is committed to create new opportunities in those regions that have natural resources. Steps taken by the government have strengthened industrialisation in Chhattisgarh," says PM Modi in Raipur. pic.twitter.com/wSLpsEMFR8— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 7, 2023

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PM Modi distributes 75 lakh cards to beneficiaries under Ayushman Bharat scheme

VIDEO | PM Modi distributed 75 lakh cards to beneficiaries under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. pic.twitter.com/FPgZSVHNC0— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 7, 2023

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PM Modi flagged off a new train from Antagarh

VIDEO | PM Modi flagged off a new train from Antagarh (Kanker district) to Raipur in Chhattisgarh. pic.twitter.com/9YS4clzIHK— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 7, 2023

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Rahul Gandhi will not be able to contest elections 

Rahul Gandhi will not be able to contest elections or seek revocation of the suspension of his status as a Member of Parliament (MP). He can appeal the High Court order in Supreme Court.

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Trial Court conviction order is proper, there is no need to interfere: Gujarat HC

Gujarat High Court says that the Trial Court conviction order is proper, there is no need to interfere with the said order. Therefore, the application is dismissed. The Court further noted that at least 10 criminal cases are pending against Rahul Gandhi.

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Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel presents gifts to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Raipur

#WATCH | Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel presents gifts to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Raipur. pic.twitter.com/UTmyGwbtWA— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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Three killed, six injured as bus on way to PM Modi's rally in Raipur hits truck

Three persons were killed and six others injured when a bus ferrying people to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public rally in Raipur, rammed into a stationary truck in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district on Friday, police said.The accident occurred near Beltara village when the bus with around 40 people on board was heading to Raipur from Ambikapur, Bilaspur Superintendent of Police Santosh Singh said.

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Chhattisgarh Live Updates

Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel announces Rs 4 Lakhs ex-gratia, proper treatment for injured

Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel announces an ex-gratia of Rs 4 Lakhs each for the families of the two deceased and directs for proper medical treatment of the six people who got injured in a bus accident near Bilaspur.

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Amarnath Yatra Live Updates

J&K | Amarnath Yatra temporarily suspended due to bad weather

Amarnath Yatra has been suspended in Jammu and Kashmir. The decision was made due to incessant rainfall in the region. Jammu & Kashmir administration has decided to halt the yatra till the weather improves. As many as 7200 pilgrims have been halted at the various base camps for the same.

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Karnataka Live Updates

Siddaramaiah to present Karnataka budget at 12 pm

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is set to present the state budget today at 12 noon, the first after Congress assumed power in the state following its sweeping victory in the May 10 assembly elections. This is Siddaramaiah’s seventh Budget as a chief minister, having… pic.twitter.com/6dEMQZENdl— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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DU Live Updates

DU announces commencement of classes of all semesters from 16 August

Teachers had also been demanding one-month compulsory break as continuous working was impacting their mental health, the varsity said. In a notification issued on Wednesday, the Delhi University (DU) said it has amended previous notifications to give effect to a uniform academic calendar.

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Threads Live Updates

After Threads launch, Twitter threatens Meta with lawsuit

In what may be the clearest sign yet that Twitter sees Meta as a competitive threat, the former has threatened the latter with a lawsuit following the successful launch of Meta's new Twitter rival, Threads, reported CNN.An attorney for Twitter on Wednesday sent a letter to CEO Mark Zuckerberg accusing Meta of stealing trade secrets by employing former Twitter employees.

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PM Modi to visit Raipur to inaugurate and lay foundation stones of projects worth around Rs 7,600 cr

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Chhattisgarh capital Raipur on Friday, where he is scheduled to inaugurate and lay foundation stones of ten projects worth around Rs 7,600 crore, officials said.This is Modi's first visit to the Congress-ruled state, where Assembly elections are due this year-end, after being elected as the prime minister for the second term in 2019.

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Tomatoes Prices Live Updates

Uttarakhand: Tomatoes now going at Rs 250 per kg in Gangotri Dham, Rs 180 to 200 per kg in Uttarkashi

The humble tomatoes are now going at princely rates up north, with the kitchen staple going at Rs 250 per kg in Gangotri Dham and Rs 180 to 200 per kg in Uttarkashi district.A vegetable seller said tomatoes have become dearer in the region all of a sudden.

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Gujarat HC to deliver verdict on Rahul Gandhi's plea today

The Gujarat High Court will on Friday deliver its verdict on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal defamation case over his Modi surname remark.As per the causelist issued by the HC on Thursday, the court of Justice Hemant Prachchhak will deliver the verdict at 11:00 am.

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Kerala rains Live Updates

Rain lashes parts of Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram

#WATCH | Kerala: Rain lashes parts of Thiruvananthapuram

As per IMD, Thiruvananthapuram is expected to experience a cloudy sky with a few spells of rain or thundershowers today. pic.twitter.com/itB6cjZmIF— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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PM Narendra Modi to visit Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh today

PM Narendra Modi to visit Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh today

PM will lay the foundation stone and dedicate multiple projects in Chhattisgarh's Raipur. He will then travel to Gorakhpur where he will participate in the closing ceremony of centenary celebrations of Gita Press… pic.twitter.com/Pp5AZ5PI2b— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2023

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US lawmakers condemn attempted arson at Indian Consulate

US Congressman Shri Thanedar criticised the incident in a strong-worded tweet."I condemn in the strongest possible terms the attacks at the Indian Consulate in San Francisco. Violence and attempts to instil terror are unacceptable in democracy," tweeted Thanedar.