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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today is likely to hold the first Council of Ministers meeting for 2020 in New Delhi. According to reports, the meeting will focus on the economic slowdown. Apart from it, the Prime Minister will also address the 107th session of Indian Science Congress in Bengaluru. PM Modi on Thursday met Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and Governor Vajubhai Vala at Raj Bhavan.
Here are the highlights of January 3:
16:57 pm: Union Ministry of Home Affairs Sources: We have received a report from Uttar Pradesh on activities of Popular Front of India (PFI) in the state.
15:57 pm: ‘Govt won’t budge’: Amit Shah dare Rahul Gandhi for debate on Citizenship Act
14:03 pm: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Siliguri: He is the Prime Minister of India, but always talks about Pakistan. Why? We are Indians and we will definitely discuss about our national issues.
13:35 pm: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Siliguri: I am fighting against National Register of Citizens and Citizenship (Amendment) Act, join hands with me, requesting all people to come forward to save our democracy
12:53 pm: Mumbai: A case of molestation has been registered against advocate Nitin Satpute at Kherwadi Police Station, the complainant is also an advocate, reports ANI.
12:10 pm: UP DGP OP Singh on reports that SSP Gautambudhnagar wrote letter alleging some senior police officials are involved in transfer racket: We are looking into this whole matter,but this is an unauthorized communication by SSP, its violation of service rules.IG Meerut looking into it
12:10 pm: UP DGP OP Singh: Popular Front of India(PFI) was actively involved in this(recent violence), that is why we have arrested 25 of their members. We have ample proof against them.
11:22 am: The National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday witnessed fog with visibility at 200 metres in the early morning hours, and the air quality recorded under the 'very poor' category, close to the 400-mark.
11:17 am: We must try and change all forms of waste into wealth as soon as possible. We're trying to ensure that by 2022, we reduce the import of crude oil by 10 per cent. There are immense opportunities for start-ups that want to work in bio-fuel and ethanol production: PM Modi
11:12 am: The economical strength of MSMEs is directly linked to you guys. They are a key part of the village economic eco-system. The country has decided to let go of single-use plastic for preserving our environment, our water eco-system and soil: PM Modi
11:11 am: Technology is the strength of the Jal Jeevan Mission. It is your responsibility to develop cheap and effective technology for the recycling of water. Water governance is a new frontier for all of you: PM Modi
11:10 am: Digital technology, e-commerce, internet banking & mobile banking services are assisting rural population significantly. Today, farmers are getting the required information about weather and forecast at their fingertips through many e-governance facilities: PM Modi
11:08 am: We're continuing our efforts to ensure the ease of doing science and effectively using information technology to reduce red tape. Today, farmers are able to sell their products directly to the market, without being at the mercy of the middleman: PM Modi
11:05 am: Technology has helped us in recognizing the 8 crore women who were still using coal or wood for cooking. It also helped us in understanding how many new distribution centres must be built, via the help of technology: PM Modi
11:04 am: Yesterday, our government has created a record by transferring money directly to 6 crore farmers' bank accounts under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. This was made easier by Aadhar-enabled technology: PM Modi
11:03 am: If the world's largest schemes like Swachh Bharat Abhiyan to Ayushman Bharat are being praised globally, it is due to technology and our dedication towards good, effective governance: PM Modi
11:03 am: This time, the discussion is on science and technology's contribution in rural development. In the last five years, rural development has been felt by the common people of India: PM Modi
11:01 am: These four steps will lead our country towards faster development. If we innovate, we will patent and that in turn, will make our production smoother, and when we take this production to the people of India, I'm sure they will prosper: PM Modi
11:00 am: The growth story of India depends on its success in the science and tech sector. There is a need to transform the landscape of Indian science and technology. My motto for young scientists is: Innovate, Patent, Produce and Prosper: PM Modi
10:57 am: We've gone to the No. 3 position in peer-reviewed science and engineering publications. It is also growing at a rate of about 10 per cent, compared to the global 4 per cent. I'm also happy to learn that India's ranking has improved in the innovation index to 52: PM Modi
10:55 am: The world is coming to innovate here in Bengaluru. This city has developed a great eco-system for development and research and every young scientist, innovator and engineer wants to connect with this: PM Modi
10:54 am: The last time I had come to Bengaluru, the eyes of the nation was set on Chandrayaan 2. That time, the manner in which our nation celebrated science, our space programme and the strength of our scientists will always be part of my memory: PM Modi
10:54 am: I wish you all a happy 2020. May this year be marked by prosperity in your lives and productivity in your labs. I'm particularly happy that one of my first programmes at the start of a new year and decade is linked to science, technology and innovation: PM Modi
10:52 am: PM Modi addresses 107th Session of Indian Science Congress
10:33 am: Explained: Deadly US strike on Iranian commander intensifies tensions in Gulf, how it effects India
10:15 am: Punjab Health Minister Balbir Sidhu: I don't think there is anyone in Punjab who sleeps without eating food, anyone who does is probably doing it to reduce weight. We in Punjab have a such a healthy and rich diet,there is no question of anyone sleeping hungry
9:59 am: Iran Foreign Minister Javad Zarif: US' act of international terrorism, assassinating General Soleimani -- the most effective force fighting Daesh (ISIS), Al Nusrah, Al Qaeda, is extremely dangerous and foolish escalation. US bears responsibility for all consequences of rogue adventurism
9:31 am: Sensex drops 142.9 pts to 41,483.74 in opening session; Nifty slips 38.25 pts to 12,243.95.
9:04 am: The White House: General Soleimani was actively developing plans to attack American diplomats and service members in Iraq and throughout the region.
8:39 am: India Meteorological Department: Dense to very dense Fog (at 5.30 am today) observed in isolated pockets over Punjab. Moderate fog in isolated pockets over Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, East Uttar Pradesh, East Madhya Pradesh and Tripura.
8:38 am: US airstrike, ordered by Donald Trump, kills Iran Guards commander Qassem Soleimani, 7 others
8:15 am: Donald Trump, President of the United States, posts picture of the American flag after senior Iran and Iraq commanders were killed in an airstrike at Baghdad airport.
7:52 am: Gen. Qassim Soleimani, head of Iran's elite Quds force, has been killed in an airstrike at Baghdad's airport. Strike also killed Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, deputy commander of militias known as Popular Mobilization Forces. PMF blamed United States for the airstrike, reports AP.
7:52 am: US warns its airlines to avoid Pakistan airspace due to 'extremist activity'
7:21 am: Hashed military force says 'US strike' killed top Iran, Iraq commanders at Baghdad airport, reports AFP.
7:20 am: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 107th session of Indian Science Congress in Bengaluru today.