Cops quiz DU prof Javed for 2nd day
New Delhi: The Delhi Police on Saturday continued its questioning of DU professor Ali Javed in connection with an event where slogans were raised allegedly hailing Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, leading to registration of a case of sedition against SAR Geelani, a former lecturer of the varsity and an accused in the Parliament attack case who was later acquitted.
Man held for waging war against country
Ahmedabad: Gujarat ATS on Saturday arrested a man from Rajasthan, wanted for allegedly providing shelter to a person, accused of killing a policeman in 2002, and also helping him obtain fake passport for travel to Pakistan, where the latter acquired terrorist training. The arrested person was identified as Mohammad Salim, who had been absconding since 2002. He was accused of waging war against the country.
Swedish PM: World focus now on India
Mumbai: Outlining great potential for cooperation with India, Swedish Prime Minister Stefan lofven on Saturday said the global business focus has shifted to India from China. According to lofven, there are about 160 Swedish companies operating in India providing direct employment to 1,60,000 people and indirect employment to over one million people, a statement issued by the CII said.
Fresh snowfall in Shimla
Shimla: Fresh spell of snow in tribal areas and higher hills of Himachal Pradesh and Shimla on Saturday led to a sharp fall in mercury in the region. The tourists and local residents woke up to an unexpected snowfall, but came out to enjoy it, braving freezing cold wave conditions.