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Krishi Mela highlights the commendable work of farmers and agriculture department in Manipur

Manipur, Jan 31 (ANI): A four-day long state level Krishi Mela was recently organised by the Agricultural Technology Management Agency in collaboration with the State Agriculture Department at the Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen in Imphal. Addressing the event, Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam stressed on the need for the introduction of modern agriculture techniques. Around 37 stalls from concerned departments and progressive farmers showcased their products and achievements. Technical sessions for farmers were also conducted as part of the fair. In the last five to six years, the directorate of Agriculture along with the horticulture Department, Fisheries directorate, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry directorate has been trying to boost production in the state to meet the food demands. Jan 31, 2014
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AAP will contest on over 350 LS seats: Sanjay Singh

New Delhi, Jan 30 (ANI): After meeting of Parliamentary Action Committee, AAP leader Sanjay Singh said that the party will contest Lok Sabha elections in 20 states on over 350 seats. But the candidates, he said, will be selected among those who pass the mandate required for a particular constituency. Further, slamming on Congress leader AM Khan who created ruckus at Arvind Kejriwal's press conference and demanded probe on Batla House encounter, he said that Congress was in power for more than 10 years and they should be the one probing the case. He also said that AAP never mentioned anything as such in its election manifesto. Jan 30, 2014
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Sanjay Nirupam ends fast over power tariff cut after Maharashtra CM's assurance

Mumbai, Jan 27 (ANI): Congress leader, Sanjay Nirupam, who was on a hunger strike over electricity tariff reduction in Mumbai ended his fast after intervention from the Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan. After calling off his agitation, Nirupam said that he will continue his strike until power companies in Mumbai do not slash their tariffs. Nirupam said that he ended his fast owing to the assurances of the chief minister of Maharashtra, Prithviraj Chavan. Jan 27, 2014
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59th Idea Filmfare Awards 2014 [PHOTOS]

The 59th Idea Filmfare Awards brought the razzle-dazzle to the Yash Raj studios in Mumbai on 24 January as the event celebrated the biggest talents across the film industry this year. Jan 25, 2014
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Sanjay Nirupams fast to demand power tariff reduction enters second day

Mumbai, Jan 24 (ANI): Congress MP Sanjay Nirupam, who sat on a hunger strike from Thursday outside the Reliance office in Kandivli, demanding a reduction in electricity tariff in Mumbai, said today that no initiative has yet been taken by the Reliance Company over the matter. He also added that his agitation will continue till the demand is met. Jan 24, 2014
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Sanjay Nirupam begins indefinite hunger strike for Mumbai power tariff reduction

Mumbai, Jan 23 (ANI): Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam on Thursday began an indefinite hunger strike over his demand for a reduction in power tariff in Mumbai. Nirupam demanded the Reliance to remove three surcharges on its bill which are absolutely useless and to loot the people. He said that he will continue his strike till death and challenged the Reliance on its inaction in the direction. Earlier on Monday, the Maharashtra Government announced a 20 percent cut in power tariff for the industrial and agriculture classes of consumers. Jan 23, 2014